The energy we use in our homes is responsible for 27% of Scotland’s CO2 emissions — the main greenhouse gas responsible for climate change.

Before you make any changes, make sure your home doesn’t waste energy — and save money.

Make sure your home meets these six sustainability goals that all reduce CO2 emissions and help to tackle climate change:

Cut your demand for electricity — and cut your lighting bills by up to 80%.

Heat rises — use roof insulation to keep heat inside your home!

Use less energy by wrapping the hot water pipes and the hot water cylinder with insulation.

Banish draughts, reduce heat loss with draught strips, secondary glazing, curtains …

Set heating and hot water systems to keep you comfortable but limit your use of energy and save money.

Don’t waste mains water — it takes electricity to process water and deliver it to your home!

Some of the basic measures are free, others cost very little. Roof insulation is the most expensive. Your savings will vary with the type of fuel you use — and how carefully you use energy.