Yet, we are all aware of the impact that high energy usage has on the environment and many of us are left questioning how we can reduce our energy usage and reduce bills.
Smart devices, energy-efficient appliances and even generating your own energy are all great ways to do your bit, but where can you start? Make sure to read on below for our guide on how to save energy and reduce your home energy bills, written in collaboration with Summit Energies, leading providers of Air Source Heat Pumps in Gloucestershire.
Why Should You Look to Save Energy?
There are many reasons as to why you should look to save the energy within your home, some of the main ones including:
- Improving the energy efficiency of your home through methods such as insulation, a more energy-efficient boiler and even adding solar panels to generate your own electricity are all great ways to add value to your home.
- Changing your habits and using less energy and investing in energy-efficient appliances can help lower the price of your energy bills. What’s more, installing a smart meter can help you to keep track of your energy usage and budget better.
- Did you know that our homes are responsible for 25% of the UK’s CO2 emissions? Using less energy and opting for more energy-efficient solutions can be a great way to lower your carbon emissions and therefore help protect the planet.
The Top Ways that You Can Save Energy and Reduce Your Bills
There are lots of ways that you can save money at home, some of them just requiring a few easy tweaks to your day-to-day routines!
Be More Efficient with Appliances
Phone chargers, televisions, and laptops all still use electricity even when they are left on standby. Making sure that you turn off your appliances at the socket when you’re not using them is a great way to save both energy and money.
In fact, did you know that appliances left on standby could add £35 a year to your energy bill!
What’s more, if you find yourself in the market for a new appliance, make sure to opt for a more energy-efficient one to help save energy and money.
Install a Smart Meter
A smart meter is a great way to gain control over your energy use, as it will allow you to keep track of how much energy you are using and set budgets so you don’t use too much energy.
Having a smart meter will also mean that you’ll no longer need to send out your meter readings to your energy supplier as it will do so automatically, and you’ll receive much more accurate bills rather than estimated ones.
Think about your Lights
We’re all guilty of it; walking out of a room and not switching out the light. However, this simple mistake could be costing you £15 a year! If you’re guilty of leaving the lights on, why not install smart lighting? This simple switch will allow you to control your lights no matter where you are.
Also, choosing to switch to energy-efficient light bulbs is a quick and easy way to reduce how much electricity you use. In fact, it could save you up to £3 a year for every halogen bulb you replace.
Invest in a New Boiler
Another great way to reduce your energy bills is replacing your boiler if it is more than 10 years old. This could save you around £205 a year on your bills.
We hope that the above has shown you that even some of the most simple changes to your energy usage habits could make a big difference.