Energy Saving Tips

Firstly, there are incredibly simple things that can be achieved with day to day items. Case and point is the car. Every time you leave your car at home you reduce air pollution, lower , improve your health and save money. Walk or ride a bicycle for short trips, or take public transportation for longer ones. In 30 minutes, most people can easily walk a mile or more, and you can cover even more ground on a bicycle, bus, subway or commuter train.

Research has shown that people who use public transportation are healthier than those who don't. Families that use public transportation can save enough money annually to cover their food costs for the year. When you do drive, take the few minutes needed to make sure your engine is well maintained and your tires properly inflated.

At home make sure that you are only using the energy you need. Radiators should be set to their lowest possible limit so you aren't heating random parts of your house for no reason. Also, ensure you are fully kitted out with the most economical and energy efficient hardware. British Gas offer a free service that replaces faulty boilers and this one act could both help you save money and the environment.

Even diet can help. Eating less meat and more fruits, grains and vegetables can help the environment more than you may realize. Eating meat, eggs and dairy products contributes heavily to global warming, because raising animals for food produces many more greenhouse gas emissions than growing plants. A 2006 report by the University of Chicago found that adopting a vegan diet does more to reduce global warming than switching to a hybrid car.

Ultimately, it boils down to frugality. If you are careful and not wasteful then it is entirely possible that you can make a huge difference. Visit the British Gas site to check out their free service and shop for their radiators, and a range of other gas and electrical products.