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    How can we reduce our dependence on all the energy guzzling 'labour saving appliances' that now fill our homes?

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    Is it better to heat our houses at 20 degrees or keep them at 18 degrees?

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    Have you found yourself using the tumble dryer on a summer's day?

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    Ideas:

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    Big ones - reduce dishwasher and dryer dependence. Make a commitment to hanging your clothes out when possible and do the washing up (or get the kids to do it).

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    Reduce your thermostat by 1 or 2 degrees

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    Insulate your house properly. You may be able to get grants to help with this if you are on certain benefits. See www.warmfront.co.uk or ring freephone 0800 316 2805 

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    Spruce up your kitchen appliances: defrost, descale, think about replacing a boiler more than 15 years old

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    Get a power meter to check your appliance consumption. One available on loan from Metcalfe's, High Street, Tring.

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    Check out energy saving lightbulbs - Metcalfe's have a light bulb library so you can 'try before you buy'

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    Use UK charcoal for your BBQ rather than standard imported tropical charcoal.

    Firms such as Four Seasons Fuel 01403 783379 mail order bags, or BioRegional HomeGrown® Charcoal is available is some Tesco and Sainsbury’s stores.

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    Lots more ideas at  www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/

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