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Do you want to know more about energy efficiency? Fair enough. Energy is one of the biggest household expenses, AND a major contributor to pollution levels. By taking action on energy efficiency, you’ll not only help prevent climate change, you may also save yourself hundreds of pounds.

One of the easiest and most effective ways to combat climate change is to switch to your home to a “green” energy tariff. energyhelpline.com can help you compare green tariffs and switch to your choice of supplier.

Gas and Electricity

Energy Efficiency

Improving the energy efficiency of your home will cut your power bill by up to £250 and reduce the amount of carbon emitted into the atmosphere. According to the Energy Saving Trust, almost half the UK’s carbon dioxide emissions which cause climate change actually come from things we all do everyday; activities like leaving appliances on standby, inefficiently heating our homes or washing our clothes at high temperatures.

By assessing the energy efficiency of your home, and making a few small changes to your lifestyle, you can dramatically reduce the impact you have on the environment.

•    Quick fixes that improve energy efficiency
•    Long term measures that improve energy efficiency
•    Energy efficiency and switching to a green energy source

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Quick fixes that improve energy efficiency

There are a number of simple things you can do to improve the energy efficiency of your home:

•    When you have finished charging your mobile phone, make sure the charger is unplugged or switched off at the wall.
•    Close your curtains at dusk and retain the heat in your home.
•    Don’t leave your electrical appliances such as TVs and DVD players on stand by.
•    Only boil as much water as you need.
•    Ensure thermostats and controllers are correctly set. 18-21°C is the ideal temperature for the living room.

Long term measures that improve energy efficiency

The following measures will have a great impact on your energy efficiency:

•    Install cavity wall insulation. It is easy to have fitted and could save you between £130 to £160 per year.
•    Install a condensing boiler. Replacing an old, wasteful boiler with a condensing boiler may reduce your heating bills by a third.
•    Increase your loft insulation to 270 mm. Lost insulation is inexpensive and simple - you can do it yourself. A standard 270 mm layer could save you £180 - £220 per year
•    Choose appliances with an energy saving logo. One energy recommended appliance could save you £45 per year.