Hints & Tips at UniversityWe all want to do our bit. Safety, sustainability and energy efficiency are important to us all. Sometimes it’s the little things that can make a big difference, particularly when we act collectively. Here are some top tips to help students at university or college. |
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Keeping extract fans and vents clean and clear from obstruction reduces energy use and makes then work more efficiently.
Still using tungsten, halogen or fluorescent bulbs? Changing to LED lighting can save energy and money.
Make sure your pans fully cover the rings on your hob to use all of the heat being provided. Use the right sized ring for the pan you are heating.
Draught excluders are a cheap way of cutting out the chill from poorly fitting doors and windows. Most are also easy to fit, a simple DIY task.
Save energy with your washing machine. Modern washing powders often let you achieve the same results with lower temperatures.
Using lids on your pans when cooking will save energy and help heat the contents quicker.
