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Two litres of water can be brought to the boil in just five minutes on a SMAKLIG induction hob, saving you both energy and time.
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Switch your old-fashioned kitchen tap and install a RINGSKAR tap, which features a flow restrictor to reduce your water consumption by 30% helping you save water and money. RINGSKAR tap, £80.
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Maximising loads in washing machines and wash clothes in cold water whenever possible. As much as 85 percent of the energy used to machine-wash clothes goes to heating the water. Use a drying rack or clothesline to save the energy otherwise used during machine drying.
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LED bulbs, recycling, waste baskets and food storage containers are great ways to make small, affordable changes for the better - but that¹s the beauty of small actions... they all add up!
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Install low energy lighting such as the LEDARE LED range in a KVART wall spot, so you can read in the knowledge you are keeping your bills low. KVART, LED table lamp, £10.
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Use textiles to insulate your windows and door openings. You can hang thick curtains in front of a window or a drafty door – especially in unused rooms or garage entries – to help keep heat inside a room during winter. In summer, use a lightweight curtain to block direct sun while allowing light to filter through.
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Buy a cozy throw so you can turn down the heating while watching the TV. Just one degree lower on the thermostat will save you up to 5% on your energy bills and reduce CO2 emissions.
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Replace an old refrigerator or freezer for a more energy efficient appliance. It would maximise your energy and money savings. A new fridge that has been “A+ rated” in Europe can use half the amount of the electricity that a typical 10-year-old fridge needs to do the job.
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Recycling three ways, with the RETUR recycling system (when there's no room under the sink) and the RATIONELL waste storing system that lets you separate your recyclables straight away.
Install a RENLIG dishwasher that uses less energy and water than hand washing dishes under running water.
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Approximately 1/3 of global food produced for people is lost or thrown away. Storing food and save money, not throwing it away with the RARITET see through plastic storage containers that can go in the dishwasher, freezer and microwave. These clever products stack, store and measure so you can make the most of your leftovers. RARITET, food container, £2.75.