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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Environment
Adam Vaughan

You ask, they answer: Energy Saving Trust

An energy saving lightbulb
An energy saving lightbulb Photograph: Getty

Turned your central heating on for autumn? Noticed your lighting is on longer? If you haven't already made your home more energy efficient, this week's You ask, they answer guest is here to help. Starting today, the 13th year of Energy Saving Week wants to save you cash and carbon with tips for a warmer home, the elimination of unnecessary electricity use and more efficient driving.

The UK looks like it needs the advice. Research for the week-long event - run by the government's Energy Saving Trust - revealed that although British adults and children know more about climate change than their European counterparts, British kids topped a European table for energy-wasting acts such as leaving lights on when they leave a room.

This week is your chance to get answers on saving energy at home and when travelling. Want to know about the grants available for loft insulation or generating renewable energy at home? Got specific questions about products and techniques, such as draught-sealing? Interested in what you can do at a wider community level?

Just post your questions below for expert energy-saving advice.

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