You might love it, you might hate it, but days are getting shorter and winter is on its way. If you feel the gloom begin to bite, don’t get sad – get ready.
Perhaps, like us, you get a buzz out of doing the right thing. So, why not do your bit for the environment? A few simple changes will make your home more energy efficient – and save you some cash.
How good does an extra £30 a year sound? You could save that by not leaving electrical stuff on standby. And, did you know you can knock 10% off your energy bill by turning down the thermostat by just 1-degree? The Energy Saving Trust has a simple, impartial webpage with tips on how to save energy at home.
Slow cookers can save you time as well as money. And they’re not just for a cheap cut of meat. There are some amazing vegan recipes out there too. Throw just about anything in, let it simmer for a few hours, and end up with a yummy meal without much effort.
Or maybe it’s dark mornings that bother you most. If getting out of bed in the winter is a toughie, sunrise alarm clocks are a great way to ease into the day. They gradually light your room in the minutes before your wake-up time. The clock’s glow shifts from red to orange to bright yellow — the colours of sunlight — so waking up becomes a gentler, kinder experience.
There’s plenty you can do to jazz up dusky evenings and dim mornings. If your commute is in the dark why not learn something new with a podcast? Or stream a new boxset. SMARTY’s unlimited data plan means you can do this without worrying about your allowance. And, even better, we’ve just dropped the price -- forever. It was £25, it’s now just £20 per month.
Winter-schminter, don’t get blue - get busy.
