Households across Fife are being offered free advice and money-saving devices as part of an ongoing partnership between Home Energy Scotland and Scottish Water.

The two organisations have teamed up to help residents cut their energy bills, with advisors holding free sessions this weekend

The Home Energy Scotland team is providing free water saving devices such as; tap aerators, shower timers, shower heads and garden hose heads at The Planet Market in Dalgety Bay on July 18 and July 19.

With hot water making up about 18 per cent of a home's heat demand, the free devices can help Fife families save water and lower their annual energy bills. Residents have the potential to reduce their yearly outgoings by as much as £90 through a few straightforward adjustments.

For instance, limiting showers to four minutes can slash £45 from annual costs, while switching to a water-efficient shower head offers savings of approximately £25. Furthermore, installing a simple tap aerator can help families hold onto an extra £20 per year.

Despite Scotland being known globally as a place that experiences its fair share of rain, the country can still suffer from water shortages during extended dry spells.

Although there may appear to be lots of it throughout the year, Scottish Water can reuse less than one per cent of the nation's rainfall. Significant energy is required to treat the water before public use, meaning that by making small water-saving adjustments, families can also play a vital role in protecting the environment.

Home Energy Scotland's service is funded by the Scottish Government and managed by Energy Saving Trust, offering free, impartial advice on energy saving, keeping warm at home and cutting water waste. It covers all of Scotland's householders through a network of local advice centres.

Anyone unable to attend the event can still access support by calling Home Energy Scotland's freephone advice line on 0808 808 2282 or by visiting its website.