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Save energy at home
How to save money on your energy bills
12 ways to save energy in your home
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1. Wash clothes at a lower temperature
90% of a washing machine's energy usage is spent heating the water, so washing at a cooler temperature will save energy and money (USwitch, 2021).
2. Place lids on pots when you’re cooking
You’ll use less energy and time to cook your food by preventing heat escaping from the pot.
3. Don’t overfill kettles
If your kettle doesn’t let you see how many cups worth of water you’re boiling, simply fill a cup from the tap, or however much you need, and pour it into the kettle.
4. Use 'eco' settings on appliances
Appliances, such as dishwashers, often have an ‘eco’ setting which is designed to use less energy. Although the cleaning cycle can take longer, it will be more energy efficient than an intensive quick cycle.
5. Close the fridge door
Leaving the fridge door open causes it to work harder to keep the temperature cool, so try to limit how long the door stays open. If your fridge has an alarm, make sure it’s turned on, in case you leave it open by mistake. Defrosting your freezer regularly will help it to run efficiently too.
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Changes to energy prices
From the 1st April 2022 the energy price cap set by Ofgem increased from £1,277 to £1,971 a year for dual-fuel, standard variable tariff customers, so it’s likely that if you're not on a fixed tariff you’ll see your energy bills increase.
This is due to the ongoing changes in the energy market, with increasing wholesale energy prices. These changes have meant that a number of energy companies have been unable to continue trading and it remains difficult to find a deal when looking to switch your energy supplier.
Questions about changes in the energy market
Home energy grants and schemes
Whether you need some help to pay your energy bills, would like some support to make energy saving changes to your home, there is a wide range of financial support available.