ne Planet Lifestyle - WWF-India

In the homeA One Planet lifestyle can save you money, aswell as help to save the planet.1 save money by turning off lights and appliances when not in use2 investing in cavity wall and loft insulation can lower your bills3 energy efficient lights and appliances can make a huge differenceto your electricity bill4 switching to a green tariff is now easier than ever5 insulating the hot water tank and lagging hot water pipes willcut down on wasted energy and save you money6 turning down the thermostat by just 1 degree will still leave youfeeling warm and comfortable, but could cut your energy bills by asmuch as 10%7 draught-proofing your home and drawing the curtains at nightis a simple yet an effective way to cut costs8 fit a water meter and a flush saver, and see the difference it makesto your water bill9 why water the lawn? Get a water butt and use rainwater towater plants10 you can encourage wildlife by leaving a wild area in your garden.Did you know?> Lighting accounts for up to 15% of your electricity bill> Some appliances, like digital set top boxes, cost nearly asmuch to run in standby mode as when they are switched on> By replacing normal bulbs with energy efficient ones you can save up to70% on the cost of lighting> Up to a third of your household heat will escape through anuninsulated loft> Double glazing can save you money by reducing heat loss through yourwindows by half.26 The WWF Pocket Guide to a One Planet Lifestyle // www.panda.org/oneplanetEXITSEARCHPRINTBACKNEXT