Energy Saving Tips

Its Sunday, a lazy morning with the newspaper, walk the dog, take the kids up the park. you are not using much electricity and there aren't many ways you can save electricity... are there?

Consider out top tips. some of them wont cost you a penny and you can do them before you turn on the oven for your Sunday Roast.

Energy Saving Top Tips

Energy-Saving Light Bulbs – A bright idea
They last up to 10 times longer than traditional bulbs, and use around 80% less energy. An energy-saving light bulb produces the same amount of light at 13-18w as the more traditional 60w bulb. This reduces energy costs and saves you up to £60 over the lifetime of the light bulb.

Stand-by – Switching off is being switched on
You can reduce your electricity bill and avoid emitting CO2, simply by not leaving your electrical products on stand-by. Switch them off and unplug them when not in use.

Washing Machines – Be cool
90% of the energy a washing machine uses goes towards heating the water. A 30°C wash could save over a third of the energy you use when compared to washing at higher temperatures.

Tumble Dryers – Fully loaded
When using your dryer, ensure that it is full, but don’t overload. Tumble dryers consume more energy than most washing machines. In fact, it’s much cheaper and better for the environment to use a washing line or a clothes horse if you can. If you do need to use a tumble dryer, make sure you use a fast spin on your washing, as this removes more of the water.

Dishwashers – The fuller the better
Only use your dishwasher when you have a full load as a half load uses the same amount of energy. If possible, stop the dishwasher’s cycle when it gets to the drying stage, open it up, and let the load dry naturally.

Kettles – A cup is better than a kettle-full
Only put in the amount of water you need, as over-filling each time wastes energy and money.

Buying a new fridge/freezer?
Look for the Energy Saving Recommended logo. These more efficient appliances could save you as much as £37 a year.

As energy prices continue to rise, our simple tips will help you to keep the bills down.