Do you think it's hard to do something for the well-being of our planet? You thought wrong! There are many things you can do to reduce the impact of climate change, starting at home. 

Here are a few tips to help you reduce your energy consumption. Not only will you be making a valuable contribution to nature, you can also save a lot of money by adopting these energy-saving habits.

One important habit you should get into is to always turn off the lights when you leave a room. This simple behaviour can save you a large portion of your monthly electricity bill, plus you're doing something good for nature!

More and more households are opting for smart LED lights because not only do they look stylish and are cost-effective, they are also much more energy-efficient than halogen bulbs.

Dryers and refrigerators are among the most energy-intensive household appliances. Replacing them with more energy-efficient models can reduce electricity consumption by half, cutting your electricity bill. Installing heat pumps is an additional way to reduce electricity consumption. In general, you can reduce electricity consumption by checking your electrical appliances every couple of years.

Many people don't realise how important it is to unplug appliances when they are not in use. Don't leave your appliances on standby, unplug them to save on your electricity bill and the planet.

Some simple ways to reduce your water consumption are to shower quickly, optimise the amount of water you use when cooking and put a lid on the pot, and turn off running taps when not in use, even if it's just for a second.

Set your room thermostat to a lower temperature of around 18 degrees. This can make a big difference and reduce your energy costs. Above all, heat at smart times, for example, it is unnecessary to heat at night as you will be under a warm blanket anyway. The best thing to do is to use a programmable smart temperature meter. 

Wash your clothes at a lower temperature (30 degrees is enough) and only when you have a full load of dirty clothes. This will save you a lot of water and electricity.

As you can see, there are many ways to reduce your energy consumption. It's just a matter of habit!

Be CORAgeous and try to minimise your energy consumption! 

Your CORA happywear team

LINKS:

https://www.greenmatch.co.uk/blog/2020/03/how-to-save-energy-at-home 

https://earthwatch.org/stories/10-ways-save-energy-waste-and-money-more-sustainable-home?gclid=Cj0KCQiA8ICOBhDmARIsAEGI6o1fKgTkEfjOAuJg-3ttTQWUkYq6Ajp3qPBKo2HFkjttopQbQGUkG5gaAvOFEALw_wcB