The winter is shaping up to be a pretty cold one. Already a month in and we’re being buffeted by the weather straight from the antartic and we can count on the chill of the night air. And it might get too much to bear, but don’t rush straight away for the heater.
You can save a few dollars by putting on a couple of jumpers or sweaters. Get a beanie on and even break out a few of those blankets lying around. This is the easiest way of staying warm and will save you the most money. Visit a local thrift shop or op-shop to pick some thermal underwear. Even the humble singlet can add a much needed additional layer to help keep you warm. If you don’t have double-glazed windows you might want to consider installing these. As night falls you can reduce heat transfer through windows by closing blinds and/or curtains. You can also stop the cold winds of winter by putting a rolled-up towel in the cracks between the floors and doors (front door and back door especially).
There are undoubtedly a bunch of other ways to help reduce emissions without going cold. Don’t forget to always turn off powerpoints not in use and turn off the lights when you’re out of the room.
