Energy efficiency

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Are there ways I can reduce my fuel bills?

A. Yes there are lots of ways:

Switch of lights when you walk out of a room and are not returning
Energy Saving light bulbs use up to 80% less electricity than a standard light bulb, but produce the same amount of light.
Turn your central heating down 1 degree and cut your heating bills by up to 10% (but you must keep warm)
If you have radiator valves, turn the radiators off in rooms you are not using.
If you have your electricity and gas from the same supplier, it could be cheaper
Electric kettles – boil only as much water as you need for your cup of tea/coffee
Putting a lid on your pan will reduce the amount of time it takes to boil

Q.I can’t afford to pay my gas or electricity bill – what can I do?

A. Contact your gas or electricity supplier as soon as possible.

Q. A lot of my appliances go into standby and won’t switch off completely – is there anything I can do?

A. Yes there is something called a Standby Buster, which lets you switch off appliances completely, so they use no electricity. For more details visit www.standbybuster.com

You can call your local Energy Saving Trust advice centre on 0800 512 012 for free, impartial advice on making your home more energy efficient or visit www.energysavingtrust.org.uk

For further advice you can visit: http://campaigns.direct.gov.uk/actonco2/home.html

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