How do I save?

Energy saving tips

Start saving money today with our saving tips! They're designed to be cheap, easy and effective so there's really no reason not to!

Only boil as much water as you need

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This can take ages to get used to, what about using a measuring cup to get the quantities just right for what you need.

Save £10 p/y
Save 29kg CO2 p/y

Buy energy saving products

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When your electrical goods reach the end of their lifespan and they can't be repaired any longer, try and purchase energy saving products, such as fridge/freezers, washing machines, dish washers.

Save £20 p/y
Save 80kg CO2 p/y

Wash your laundry at 30 degrees

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Lots of people say that they can't wash their clothes at this temperature, but have you tried? The people that have never look back!

Save £10 p/y
Save 45kg CO2 p/y

Install heating controls

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Is one part of your home hot and another chilly, well by installing a thermastat it wll allow you to have more control over the temperature at your home.

Save £140 p/y
Save 912kg CO2 p/y

Turn all appliances off and avoid standby

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Its easy to forget turning appliances off, but all those little red buttons all represent energy and money being wasted!

Save £30 p/y
Save 133kg CO2 p/y

Top up your loft insulation

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Lots of homes already have some sort of insulation but its not always enough to keep the heat in. Have yours looked at.

Save £40 p/y
Save 302kg CO2 p/y

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Measure your success!

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Hire one of our 10 energy meters and find out how much you are spending...

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Grants & Support

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Find out if you are able to get any help to make your home more energy efficient.

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Who is saving?

Local Champions

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"We are both very interested in ways to do more to save the environment..."

Heather & Carrie Pickford

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"Through the energy training I have realised how much we waste in misusing energy..."

Susan & Michael Smith

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About Green Homes

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The best part of Green Homes is that most of the information has come directly from Knowle Westers. Yes, that's right, we are leading the way in saving energy!

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Spread the word!

Green Homes is a local, community project by Knowle Westers for Knowle Westers. Please help support the project by sharing it with your friends!

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