More than 70 per cent of motorists would consider driving an electric car to help the environment.

The survey, by insurer esure, discovered the biggest support for the idea of 'going electric' came from north-west England while Scots were the least enthusiastic.

Why not canvas opinion in your town to see how far people will go to help the environment?

Also, contact green groups to find out what ingenious money-saving ways they have to help both your pocket and the environment.