Use energy saving light bulbs. They can last up to 8 times longer than traditional bulbs, and can save you around £100 during its lifetime. Better for the enviroment and your pocket!

Don't leave appliances on standby. Televisions on standby still use around three quarters of the electricity that it would if switched on. Start saving by turning them off!

Turn your thermostat down. Reducing your room temperature by 1°C could cut your heating bills by up to 10%. You could save around £40 per year.

Insulate your hot water tank with a jacket. It only costs a few pounds, and, with all the heat it traps in, it pays for itself within months. Even more money saved!

When purchasing new appliances, always look for the Energy Saving Recommended logo. Energy Saving Recommended appliances are the most efficient in their category and could save around £50 a year.