There are some simple steps people can take in reducing their energy.

For example:

  • turning your thermostat down by 1˚C could cut your heating bills by up to 10 per cent and save you around £100 a year.
  • turn radiators down in rooms which you only use occasionally
  • switch your lights off when you're not using them
  • turn appliances like TVs and phone chargers off at the wall rather than leaving them on standby when they're not being used
  • replace normal light bulbs with energy efficient ones
  • regularly defrost your freezer to make sure it's operating at full efficiency
  • draw curtains over windows at night to provide insulation for the room
  • move furniture away from radiators and heaters to allow heat to circulate around the room