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• An Efficient Heating System (Annual Boiler Service, Boiler Upgrade, Consider Renewables) can save you 30% on your bills.

• Insulate your Attic, Walls, Water Tank & Pipes and Save 25%.

• Always select Appliances with A or A+ Energy Labels, Don’t leave appliances on standby and Save 20%.

BUSINESS

• Check your Heating Timers and you could save 20%.

• Ensure Thermostats are at the correct temperature and save 20%.

• Lighten up, Install photocells and or presence detectors to reduce unnecessary lighting (Savings of 15%). More efficient lamps can save over 50%.

TRANSPORT

• Healthy Travelling- Over half of the trips we make are less than 5 kilometres (round trip), making cycling and walking an excellent option. A healthy heart can also mean a healthier bank balance.

• Car Pooling saves you 50%.

• Eco Driving- Avoid aggressive driving. Sudden acceleration and braking can add 25% to your fuel consumption.

Transport - Top 10 Tips.pdf

• Solar is simple: A solar panel on your roof will always enhance the value of your property, and could provide up to 80% of your homes hot water (typically 4 – 5m²).

• Generating Electricity: It is possible to generate your own electricity using wind, water or solar energy. Check with your local authority if you plan to erect a mast or use a water source.

• Check the Standard of Product you install: Make sure that the product you want to install is made to a relevant EU standard. Also if you are availing of a grant (SEAI) make sure the product you are buying is listed on the schemes approved product list.

• Increase your Energy Efficiency: It makes sound economic and environmental sense, expect saving of 30% +.

• Recycle   Re-use   Refuse to use unnecessary packaging.

• Carbon Footprint: A carbon footprint is an excellent way of measuring our environmental impact. There are some good websites including:
• www.carbonfootprint.com          www.myclimate.org