20 Simple Eco Living Tips

The team at Sorven Media thought that they should share some of their tips on living a more eco life. Eco Shopping is just one thing we can do but there are some simple steps we can make that actually do make a difference. So here there are:-

 General household

• 1. Switch your electricity to a renewable energy supplier.
• 2. Turn lights off and radiators down in rooms which are not being used.
• 3. Turn your thermostat down when you go out for the evening, or away for a weekend. 
• 4. Buy a smart meter to measure your energy in your home so you can work out how to be more energy efficient.
• 5. Insulate your home (especially your loft) and check for draughts to avoid needing to heat your home.
• 6. Turn off your electrical appliances instead of keeping them on standby. There are devices that can automatically do this for you.
• 7. Close your curtains in the evenings to keep the heat in.
• 8. Buy recycled and recyclable goods.

 Kitchen & Utility

•  9. Cut down on cooking time by using lids on your pans.
• 10. Don’t overfill the kettle when making a cuppa.
• 11. Avoid packaging. Buy loose fruit and vegetables locally or sign up to a local organic vegetable delivery service.
• 12. Recycle your rubbish and reuse what you can.
• 13. Choose energy efficient ‘A’ rated appliances when replacing your fridge, washing machine, TV or even a light bulb. There is a large variety of products nowadays to suit all types of fittings and styles.
• 14. Fill up! Only wash full loads in the washing machine and dishwasher. 
• 15. Low Set your washing machine at 30 instead of 40 degrees.

Bathroom 

• 16. Install a hippo in your toilet or use an Eco Showerdrop to reduce water consumption.
• 17. Reduce your water by turning off the tap when you brush your teeth.

The home & office 

• 18. Change your car insurance and bank to a company with good green policies and credentials.
• 19. Reduce the amount of printing you do.
• 20. Walk or cycle or take public transport instead of the car.