Energy Efficiency Information

15 Energy Saving Tips

• If you reduce the temperature of your home by 1°C it can cut your heating bill by 10%.
• Boilers operate more efficiently with regular servicing
• Only use enough water to cover the food you are cooking and always put a lid on the pan.
• Always wash a full load of clothes and use the lowest temperature setting you need.
• Don't use a tumble dryer if you can dry your clothes on a washing line
• Don't leave fridge and freezer doors open
• Defrost your freezer regularly
• Your freezer operates more efficiently when it is full
• Compact Fluorescent Lamps are 5 times more efficient and can last 10 times longer than an ordinary bulb
• Turn lights off when you do not need them, but make sure stairs and hallways are adequately lit.
• Don't cover your radiators with curtains - tuck them behind the radiator.
• Fit a letter box flap to reduce draughts
• A shower uses much less water and energy than running a bath.
• If you are going on holiday remember to switch your water heating off
• Don't leave TV's and videos on standby