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12 tips for a greener Christmas

Illustration of 3 hanging star-shaped Christmas lights.

1. Time your lights

Use timers so that your Christmas lights are on when your family are around to enjoy them.

Illustration of 2 Christmas trees.

2. Opt for a real tree

A real tree can be a greener choice, especially if it has been responsibly sourced.

Illustration of 5 LED Christmas lights.

3. Switch to LED Christmas lights

LED lights last longer and use a fraction of the electricity of older lights. And as they run at a cooler temperature, they are a better option for real trees.

Illustration of a bauble-shaped bird feeder and a bird.

4. Remember the birds

Set up a feeding station so that your garden’s birds can enjoy Christmas.

Illustration of 3 rechargeable batteries.

5. Switch to rechargeables

Stop using disposable batteries for gadgets and toys and switch to cut waste. Over time, you will save money.

Illustration of 4 arrows demonstrating a draught.

6. Stop draughts

Use draught excluders to make your home cosier over the festive season.

Illustration of an axe chopping a tree stump.

7. Burn dry logs

The drier the wood, the more efficient your log burner will be. Look for kiln-dried wood fuel or recycled briquettes.

Illustration of a bee and butterfly hovering around flowers.

8. Gift green

Seeds make super stocking fillers – especially wildflowers, vegetables and flowers like sunflowers that are perfect for bees.

Illustration of a radiator with heat coming off it.

9. Bleed your radiators

Make your heating work more efficiently before guests arrive.

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10. Check your fridge is set to 3-5°C

This will keep food fresher for longer and will keep your fridge running efficiently.

Illustration of a goose fat container with a cross across it.

11. Don’t tip fat down the drain

Fat from roasts can block drains and form huge fat bergs in sewers. Let fat cool before adding to your food waste bin.

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12. Recycle after Christmas

Recycle your real tree – and gift any unwanted presents to charity.

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