Surprise! We couldn't wait a whole fortnight for this episode to drop because, well, we've had too much extra time on our hands. Which coincidentally is just what this episode is about!

Firstly, we want to acknowledge the huge impacts that the CoronaVirus pandemic is having on the world. We understand if this episode isn't for you right now. If you need to spend this crazy time with Netflix or a good book, come back after the crisis, our tips for sustainability in the home will still be relevant then (and we hope you enjoy your book).

Right now, for the lucky majority of us, this time is about staying inside, stopping the spread and flattening the curve. This extra time at home can also be a great time to get the ball rolling on some sustainable habits. Whether you are working, studying or simply existing from your home right now, we thought that we'd share some of our favourite tips and tricks on living as sustainably as possible while at home! Plus, these are all super easy quick fixes that give you a little win in your day - and right now, we're all hanging out there for the little wins.

We hope that you stay safe, stay well and can stay home - and we hope you enjoy this bonus episode.

As always you can find us @gettinghotinherepodcast on Instagram or at www.gettinghotinhere.com

Educate while you isolate-

For free short, online courses from universities https://www.edx.org/

For a great resource on global warming and climate change myths vs what science says https://skepticalscience.com/argument.php

For in-depth and globally researched reports and policy documents - the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change - https://www.ipcc.ch/ (you can also follow them on instagram @ipcc to give your daily feed a boost!)

Check your carbon footprint and get some quick and easy tips on reducing your impact at the World Wildlife Fund https://footprint.wwf.org.uk/

Washing- Around 90% of the energy spent in a typical wash cycle comes from heating the water

https://www.treehugger.com/htgg/how-to-go-green-laundry.html

Lighting - An LED, is around 75%- 80% more efficient than an incandescent bulb, and lasts around 25x longer so is better all round

https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/save-electricity-and-fuel/lighting-choices-save-you-money/when-turn-your-lights

https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/save-electricity-and-fuel/lighting-choices-save-you-money/led-lighting

Search Engines - Ecosia

https://www.ecosia.org/?c=en

https://charity-search-engines.no1reviews.com/ecosia.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs6DNsabM6AIVTLTtCh22jQB0EAAYASAAEgIgH_D_BwE