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Where we live and work can leave a big footprint - here's how to reduce yours

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Turn your home into a carbon-saving haven with these clever little changes.

Whether you're making home improvements or just keen to save money and reduce your carbon footprint, we've got you covered. 

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Explore low-carbon heating | Lower your bills and heat your home

Explore low-carbon heating | Lower your bills and heat your home

From heat pumps to zero emission boilers, there are plenty of options to heat your home and help the planet.

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  • EVs
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Charge your EV the smart way | Save and store energy

Charge your EV the smart way | Save and store energy

Charge your electric vehicle during off-peak times to make the most of lower energy tariffs.

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Keep an eye on your energy use | Work smarter, not harder

Keep an eye on your energy use | Work smarter, not harder

Take control of your energy use with these clever ways to use less energy, spend less money and emit less carbon.

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Insulate your home | Stay warm & save money

Insulate your home | Stay warm & save money

Reduce your carbon emissions and lower your energy bills by insulating to reduce heat loss.

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  • Solar
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Switch to solar power | Avoid energy price rises

Switch to solar power | Avoid energy price rises

Save money and cut carbon by generating your own electricity and hot water through solar

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Save on energy bills | Smart charging gadgets

Save on energy bills | Smart charging gadgets

Save money on your electricity bill simply by changing the way you charge your devices and manage your appliances at home.

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Save water | Save money and a precious resource

Save water | Save money and a precious resource

There are plenty of ways that we can all play our part in protecting the South West from water scarcity, ...

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Upgrade your gas boiler | Invest in the future

Upgrade your gas boiler | Invest in the future

Ditch your gas boiler for a green alternative, and help towards a net zero future.

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  • Energy
  • Homes & Buildings
Stop heat loss at home | Save money

Stop heat loss at home | Save money

Stop the heat escaping from your home and you'll reduce your energy bill, cut your carbon footprint, and keep warm!

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Get a Smart meter | Save money

Get a Smart meter | Save money

Smart meters are the smart choice for reducing energy bills and making everything simpler.

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Explore more ways to go net zero with our helpful guides...

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Why mortgage brokers are vital in helping homebuyers go green

Why mortgage brokers are vital in helping homebuyers go green

We delve into the reasons why mortgage brokers are essential partners for homebuyers aspiring to make eco-conscious property choices, and ...

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  • Retrofitting
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The landlords' guide to retrofitting

The landlords' guide to retrofitting

How investing in green technology can increase your property value and save you money

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  • Homes & Buildings
How to add green tech to your home and increase property value by remortgaging

How to add green tech to your home and increase property value by remortgaging

As the impact of climate change becomes more apparent in our everyday lives, more of us are looking for ways ...

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5 household energy saving tips

5 household energy saving tips

These simple energy saving measures for your home can help reduce your utility bills and minimise your environmental impact...

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The costs and savings of green home energy products

The costs and savings of green home energy products

As we all play our part in reducing our carbon emissions, many homeowners are looking for ways to embrace household ...

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  • Energy
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Turn your house into an eco-home with the latest technology

Turn your house into an eco-home with the latest technology

Making sustainable choices within our homes is more urgent than ever, and we have the power to make a ...

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  • EVs
  • Solar
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How to benefit from Vehicle-To-Home charging

How to benefit from Vehicle-To-Home charging

While there are many benefits to driving an electric vehicle, a lesser-known but very useful one is Vehicle-To-Home Charging, or V2H.

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  • Energy
  • Homes & Buildings
Will hydrogen replace gas in UK homes?

Will hydrogen replace gas in UK homes?

You may have heard about hydrogen as a future fuel option for everything from home heating to powering our cars.

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  • Solar
  • Energy
  • Homes & Buildings
Solar panels for your home: How they work, what they cost and what you could save

Solar panels for your home: How they work, what they cost and what you could save

Solar energy is growing in popularity year on year, and it’s easy to see why - capturing free energy from ...

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  • Energy
  • Transport
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How to increase access to EV chargers in your community

How to increase access to EV chargers in your community

Whilst electric cars are the future of driving, getting access to an EV charger isn’t always easy.

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