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• Turn your TV off rather than leave it on stand-by - equipment on stand-by uses up to 20% of the energy it would use when fully on.
• Don't overfill your kettle - only boil as much water as you need
• Support renewable energy initiatives in your community
• Insulate your attic - attic insulation will keep the heat in your home for longer and pay for itself in 2-3 years.
• Use energy efficient light bulbs (CFLs) instead of traditional bulbs - they use 1/5th energy and last up to 10 times as long
• Buy 'A' rated kitchen appliances - they cost less to run and over time will give you considerable savings on your electricity bill
• Turn your heating down - reducing your thermostat by 1 degree celsius will knock 10% off your heating bill
• Walk or cycle instead of driving for short journeys - it costs nothing and is good for you
• Fit thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) to your radiators
• Fit a lagging jacket - lagging your hot water cylinder will keep the water hotter for longer and pay for itself in 2-3 months
• Purchase Front Load Washers - Front load use much less water then top load washing machines.
• Bleed trapped air from hot-water radiators once or twice a season; if in doubt about how to perform this task, call a professional.
• During the cooling season, keep the window coverings closed during the day to prevent solar gain.
• Turn off kitchen, bath, and other exhaust fans within 20 minutes after you are done cooking or bathing; when replacing exhaust fans, consider installing high-efficiency, low-noise models.
• Whole-house fans help cool your home by pulling cool air through the house and exhausting warm air through the attic. They are effective when operated at night and when the outside air is cooler than the inside.
  
• Don't place lamps or TV sets near your air-conditioning thermostat. The thermostat senses heat from these appliances, which can cause the air conditioner to run longer than necessary.
• Keep in mind that insulation and sealing air leaks will help your energy performance in the summertime by keeping the cool air inside.
• Be sure your dishwasher is full, but not overloaded, when you run it.
• Don't use the "rinse hold" on your machine for just a few soiled dishes. It uses 3 to 7 gallons of hot water each time you use it.
• Scrape, don't rinse, off large food pieces and bones. Soaking or prewashing is generally only recommended in cases of burned-on or dried-on food.
• Wash your clothes in cold water using cold-water detergents whenever possible.
• Clean the lint filter in the dryer after every load to improve air circulation.
• When shopping for a new clothes dryer, look for one with a moisture sensor that automatically shuts off the machine when your clothes are dry. Not only will this save energy, it will save wear and tear on your clothes caused by over-drying.
• Cover liquids and wrap foods stored in the refrigerator. Uncovered foods release moisture and make the compressor work harder.
• Select a new refrigerator that is the right size for your household. Top freezer models are more energy efficient than side-by-side models. Features like icemakers and water dispensers, while convenient, will increase energy use
• If you need to purchase a natural gas oven or range, look for one with an automatic, electric ignition system. An electric ignition saves natural gas because a pilot light is not burning continuously.
• In natural gas appliances, look for blue flames; yellow flames indicate the gas is burning inefficiently and an adjustment may be needed. Consult the manufacturer or your local utility.
• Match the size of the pan to the heating element.

Thanks you and please consider the environment when purchasing items.

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