Insulation prevents heat moving in and out of a building. This makes it even more important for buildings with cooling systems which can benefit in both hot and cold weather.

Using lids on your pans when cooking will save energy and help heat the contents quicker.

Some vulnerable people need to keep their homes warmer than normal. However, most of us can save money and energy by dressing for the weather and putting on a jumper before turning up the heating.

Litter belongs in bins! Stuffing litter behind radiators not only prevents them working efficiently but can also be a fire risk.

Think before your print. Reducing the amount of material you print has a long list of benefits including saving paper, chemicals and electricity. More and more offices and industries are going paper free, so think about how you can reduce any printing you do.

Solid brick walls can be insulated internally or externally to reduce heat loss.

When did you last test your carbon monoxide alarm? Make sure it works when you need it by testing it weekly. #TestItTuesday

If your charger has an LED to show it’s in use, it is still using energy until you switch it off at the wall or unplug it.

Switch off radiators in any rooms you are not using regularly and keep internal doors shut to save energy.

Boiling food on the hob? Only use the water you need to save energy.