TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR ENERGY USE
Idea 15. Only use your dishwasher when you have a full load.
Idea 7. Defrost your freezer regularly to keep it running efficiently.
Idea 16. Don't leave the tap running when you brush your teeth.
Idea 18. Don't leave electrical appliances on standby.
Idea 23. Put the lids on your saucepans when you're cooking. This will also help keep your kitchen steam-free and speed up cooking times
Idea 19. Turn mobile phone chargers off at the wall when you are not using them.
Idea 47. Turn your laptop off instead of leaving it in suspend mode. It will still use about 40 watts in suspend.
Idea 21. Only fill your kettle with as much water as you need.
Idea 26. Turn your thermostat down by 1°C. A measly 1°C can cut your heating bills by 10%.
Idea 27. Turn your hot water down to 60°C.
Idea 22. Set your washing machine to 30 or 40°C.
Idea 30. Set your boiler timer to only come on when you need the heat.
Idea 31. Use light sensor energy-saving lights for outdoor lanterns.