Little Green Steps

It doesn’t have to be difficult to make life a little greener. By following some of these little green steps it is possible to start to make small changes for the better.

• Turn off the lights when you leave a room.
• Boil just enough water to suit your requirements.
• Turn off your appliances at the mains.
• Put some insulation tape around those draughty windows.
• Buy some clothes pegs and switch off your tumble dryer.
• Turn the heating down and put on another jumper – or hop into bed earlier!
• Call a plumber to finally fix that leaky old tap.
• Turn down any unnecessary plastic bags when you are out shopping.
• Buy a bike (and helmet) and hit the road!
• Turn the TV off and read a book – or have a chat.
• Plug in some energy efficient light bulbs.
• Start composting - or buy a wormery.
• Buy a recycling bin and fill up your recycling bag – stop sending your rubbish off to be wasted at landfill sites when it can be recycled.
• Choose recycled or biodegradable products for your home including cleaning materials, paints, furniture…the list goes on!
• Wash your laundry at 30 not 40 degrees.
• Only run your dishwasher when it really is full.
• Please have a look at our Green Ideas for more inspiration on turning over a new leaf.