{"type":"document","data":{"id":"66f1ff0a-31d6-4dd1-a32d-935389111244","localeString":"en-GB","publishDate":"2026-03-20T16:04:53.056+01:00","contentType":"onecms:productPage","hasMacro":false,"flexPageMetadata":{"afmBanner":false,"robotInstruction":{"noIndex":false,"noFollow":false},"description":"Saving energy is easy when you know what helps. And all those things together can put a big dent in your energy bill."},"mainHeaderZone":{"componentType":"productHeader","cta":{"componentType":"cta","textLink":{"url":"https://www.milieucentraal.nl/energie-besparen/inzicht-in-je-energierekening/bespaartest-12-makkelijke-tips/","text":"Check Milieu Centraal's 12 saving tips here"}},"coreHeader":{"body":"Shorter showers, not leaving appliances on standby, switching lights off. Saving energy is easy when you know what helps. And all these small actions together can make a big difference on your energy bill.","headerImage":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/282a0f31-8d8c-40df-909e-11a991799204/Hypotheken-starters-interview-3-Eva-verbouwing","type":"image","width":7639,"original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/68789dc429323dbe/original/Hypotheken-starters-interview-3-Eva-verbouwing.jpg","extension":"jpg"},"title":"Save energy today. It’s the smart thing to do!"},"headerNotification":{"notification":{"body":"The tips and information you read here are from the Dutch independent information organization Milieu Centraal.","notificationType":"information","productTaxonomy":{"taxonomyType":"productTaxonomyContainer"},"personalizationTaxonomy":{"taxonomyType":"personalizationTaxonomy"}}},"backLink":{"textLink":{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living","text":"Upgrade your home"}}},"flexZone":{"flexComponents":[{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Take the energy saving test and start today"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>If you want to find out where you can save the fastest, take Milieu Centraal’s energy saving test and get a report showing quick tips to save energy in your situation. What is your score - gold, silver or bronze?</p>"},"textLinks":[{"url":"https://www.milieucentraal.nl/energie-besparen/inzicht-in-je-energierekening/bespaartest-12-makkelijke-tips/","text":"Take the test here"}]},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Targeted energy-saving in three areas"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>In addition to the twelve quick energy-saving tips, Milieu Centraal has also compiled tips for reducing your energy consumption in three areas. This helps you take targeted action to:</p><ul><li>Reduce your gas consumption.</li><li>Heat cost-effectively.</li><li>Use only the hot water you need.</li></ul>"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"1. Reduce your gas consumption"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>If you want to reduce your gas bill, you don’t have to remodel your home first. A few minor adjustments can generate big savings, especially if you aren’t paying much attention to your gas consumption right now. Take a look at what you can do straight away.</p><ul><li>Heat only the room you are in.</li><li>Don’t shower for longer than 5 minutes.</li></ul>"},"textLinks":[{"url":"https://www.milieucentraal.nl/energie-besparen/duurzaam-verwarmen-en-koelen/besparen-op-gas/","text":"Take a look at the tips for using less gas at the website of Milieu Centraal"}],"alignedImage":{"position":"right","transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/0ad66bb6-3b67-448f-bee4-6a1cfa9e74b4/Wide-angle-view-of-father-and-child-sorting-laundry-at-home","original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/7f18719438b908da/original/Wide-angle-view-of-father-and-child-sorting-laundry-at-home.jpg","extension":"jpg"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"2. Heat cost-effectively"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>On average, three-quarters of the gas you use is for heating your home. With our four easy tips, you can heat your home without wasting energy. There are no extra costs involved, you just have to be smart about how you use your heating system.</p><ul><li>Set the temperature to 19 degrees.</li><li>When nobody is at home, set the temperature to no more than 15 degrees.</li></ul>"},"textLinks":[{"url":"https://www.milieucentraal.nl/energie-besparen/duurzaam-verwarmen-en-koelen/bespaartips-verwarming/#:~:text=Met%204%20makkelijke%20tips%20verwarm,de%20thermostaat%20op%2015%20graden.&text=Beste%20tip%3A%20isoleren!","text":"Take a look at the tips for heating cost-effectively at the website of Milieu Centraal"}],"alignedImage":{"position":"right","transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/f8055ec6-de97-468b-b03e-630b7a761fc8/niet-gebruiken-duurzaam-wonen-loege-isolatieplaten","original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/68ec9c5178941c2/original/niet-gebruiken-duurzaam-wonen-loege-isolatieplaten.jpg","extension":"jpg"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"3. Use only the hot water you need"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>Shorter showers, a water-saving shower head or a clever appliance that recovers heat? You can do a lot to reduce your hot water usage in the shower and in the kitchen. We give you tips on how to save without sacrificing comfort. That’s good for your energy bill and your climate footprint.</p><ul><li>Shower less often and get a water-saving shower head.</li><li>Don’t leave the hot water tap in the kitchen running for too long, or at excessive pressure.</li></ul>"},"textLinks":[{"url":"https://www.milieucentraal.nl/energie-besparen/duurzaam-warm-water/bespaartips-warm-water/","text":"Take a look at the tips for reducing hot water usage at the website of Milieu Centraal"}],"alignedImage":{"position":"right","transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/748555df-2567-4b31-87fb-dec2332f8c58/Couple-with-towels-on-their-heads-smiling-and-standing-behind-a-shower-curtain","altTextEN":"\"\"","altTextNL":"\"\"","altTextFR":"\"\"","altTextDE":"\"\"","original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/48d2fce3019142f6/original/Couple-with-towels-on-their-heads-smiling-and-standing-behind-a-shower-curtain.JPG","extension":"jpg"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Collaboration with Milieu Centraal"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>ING works closely with Milieu Centraal, an independent public information organisation that gives people reliable, practical information on how to save energy in everyday life. Good for your wallet and the climate. Get started today. Together, all those small steps make a big difference!</p>"},"alignedImage":{"position":"right","transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/08bc6d9a-9819-4f98-9590-c3c35e45b70f/Milieu-centraal-witte-achtergrond","altTextEN":"Logo: Milieu Centraal","altTextNL":"Logo: Milieu Centraal","original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/27f5d1aabaa26085/original/Milieu-centraal-witte-achtergrond.jpg","extension":"jpg"}},{"componentType":"linkList","iconTitle":{"title":"And what’s also useful to know…"},"textLinks":[{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/national-heat-fund","text":"National Heat Fund: borrowing on favourable terms"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/upgrade-your-apartment-with-your-hoa","text":"Making your apartment building more sustainable with your Homeowners’ Association (HOA)"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/more-green-around-the-house","text":"More greenery around your home"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/ventilation","text":"Energy-efficient ventilation"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/heat-pump","text":"How does a heat pump work?"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/gas-free-living-step-by-step","text":"Going gas-free step by step: here’s how"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/foundation-risks","text":"Repairing foundations and preventing further damage"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/energylabels-for-homes","text":"All about energy labels"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/increase-self-consumption-of-solar-power","text":"How to use more of your own solar power"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/tips-to-keep-your-house-cool-in-summer","text":"How to keep your home cool in summer"},{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/home-battery","text":"Home batteries"}]}]},"complementaryZone":{"flexComponents":[{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"You may also like..."},{"componentType":"cards","cards":[{"componentType":"productCard","cardType":"product","cardSize":"small","title":"Subsidies","intro":"These are the government subsidies for sustainable renovation.","image":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/ad83ddc7-b3fe-448a-8f9b-f76ffd6dc54b/Large_Web-and-Screen-Three-young-girls-peek-over-ledge-smiling","type":"image","width":1920,"original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/5b51ed4362897aa4/original/Large_Web-and-Screen-Three-young-girls-peek-over-ledge-smiling.jpg","extension":"jpg"},"link":{"url":"/en/personal/mortgage/sustainable-living/government-subsidies"}}]}]},"legalZone":{"flexComponents":[{"componentType":"sectionTitle"},{"componentType":"paragraph","title":"Good to know","richBody":{"value":"<p>The English text of the website is a translation of the Dutch original version. This translation is intended for the customers convenience only. In case of any discrepancies between the two versions, the original Dutch version shall prevail. The mortgage offer and contract will be signed in Dutch. Also, all further communication after signing the mortgage contract will be in Dutch. You acknowledge and accept this. If any assistance or clarification is needed, we recommend contacting your mortgage advisor or to call our customer service via the ING app.</p>"}}]}}}