Tips for being green in the bedroom

Quick tips

Don't bin old clothes
Donate your old clothes and other household items to charity or second-hand shops when you no longer want or need them. Reusing is even better than recycling.

Replace ordinary light bulbs with energy efficient ones
They might cost more initially, but they last much longer and are significantly better for the environment.

Turn the lights off when you leave a room
This is one of the easiest things anyone can do — and the difference it can make to the amount of energy we consume is considerable.

Use rechargeable batteries
For kids' toys and other gadgets, use rechargeable batteries instead of constantly buying new ones.

More tips

Repair damaged goods
Half of electrical goods that go to the dump only need minor repairs — and it will probably cost you less than buying a replacement.