According to theEnergy Saving Trust, a typical UK home could save up to £356 a year on bills by making simple changes to the way you use energy. Many of these changes will also make a positive impact on the environment by reducing your household’s carbon emissions. Here are some quic...
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So many parts of the home can have a direct impact on your energy use. Fortunately, we have some quick tricks for you to save energy at home. Explore Create less waste Even when you live frugally, there’s always a certain amount of household waste. But there are some simple ways to ...
More and more people are interested in reducing the impact they have on the planet, but many don’t really know how to do it. Sustainable living is all about making small everyday changes to everyday life. Because that's the beauty of small things – tog
“As a relatively larger household of seven, we often end up preparing too much food when trying to cater to everyone’s tastes. We decided to try preparing multiple smaller, tapas-style side dishes instead of the usual larger portions, which worked for our family. Besides reducing our food...
Discover practical strategies from setting up recycling stations to improving procurement practices, for reducing waste in the workplace. Can You Recycle Bottle Caps? Learn How to Recycle Bottle Lids and Caps Can you recycle bottle caps? It depends what they are made from and what your local rul...
Inside the house, there are a lot of ways to cut down on utility use. Water consumption can be a big problem, especially in a larger household. Take small steps like installing a toggle switch in the shower so you can set the temperature and then turn the water off while you soap up...
Items that are particularly good for buying in bulk are nonperishable goods (e.g., canned goods, rice, flour, pasta), personal care items (e.g., shampoo, conditioner, soap) and other household items (e.g., toilet paper, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies). Creating a small stash of ...
It is important to remember that these efforts will extend beyond your own household. Your commitment to building an eco-friendly home can inspire others in your community and beyond, starting a powerful domino effect of sustainability and protection. Therefore, take these steps seriously and get ...
Whether it’s washing the muddy football kit or getting the school uniforms ready for the week ahead, most of us would be lost without this trusty household appliance. In good news a few small tweaks to your washing routine can not only save energy but potentially reduce your bills too –...