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New research from the Co-op Bank shows that the British public plans to spend more than £13bn to make their homes greener in 2008. Two-thirds claimed they have already taken steps to reduce their carbon footprint in the past year.

The average UK household expects to spend £551.75 on environmentally friendly home improvements. These range from switching to energy-saving light bulbs (60% of those questioned by the bank's researchers), adding loft and cavity wall insulation (40%) and installing double glazing (25%).

The research also shows that householders are even turning to less conventional measures. Green products that used to be rare are becoming the norm, with 11% intending to install rainwater capture systems. 7% are considering the installation of solar panels.

73% of people surveyed in the East Midlands have already taken steps towards having a greener home.

Source: The independent

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