Cutting down

	Repeating challenge Don’t put more water into the kettle than you need. The kettle is the most wasteful energy appliance in the house.
	One-hit wonder Turn down your heating thermostat to 18°C (unless your health makes this impossible). The Energy Saving Trust calculate that even a 1 degree reduction can save 10% or £40 from an average annual electricity bill
	Repeating challenge Use a sava-plug for your fridge and freezer.
	The Big Ask Make sure all windows are double (or triple) glazed
	Repeating challenge Only run the dishwasher and washing machine when full (a full load in the washing machine uses less energy than two half loads)
	Repeating challenge Cook things together in the oven and use the microwave instead when possible (as this uses less power).
	One-hit wonder Ensure your house is fully insulated. The Energy Saving Trust have great advice here.
	Repeating challenge If you have a conservatory, ensure that it is well-insulated, and that doors to the rest of the house are kept closed.
	One-hit wonder Don’t install air conditioning!
	The Big Ask Install radiators with individual thermostats, or have thermostatic valves fitted to your existing radiators.
	Repeating challenge Turn the radiators off in any rooms that you do not use.
	One-hit wonder Make sure windows have heavy curtains over them that can be drawn on winter evenings.
	Repeating challenge Don’t leave appliances on stand-by – turn off at the plug!