ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN THE HOME About 27% of the UK’s carbon
emissions come from the energy used to heat, light and power our
homes. We can do much in our homes to use energy more
efficiently which will reduce carbon emissions and save money on
fuel bills. Being more energy efficient at home is one of the
most cost effective ways of reducing carbon emissions. The main
tips to reduce energy are: - don’t leave appliances on stand by:
turn them off (including lights) - insulate your house (cavity
wall and loft insulation, and draught proof around doors) -
insulate the hot water tank and pipes - turn the thermostat down
by 1 degree centigrade (this could cut your heating bill by 10%)
- buy energy efficient appliances - replace boilers with energy
efficient models - install appropriate heating controls. Many of
these measures are simple but can save a lot of energy (and
money). For example, 30% of heat can be lost through the walls
of your house and 15% through the roof. Cavity wall and loft
insulation dramatically