Hints & Tips at WorkWe 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 at work. |
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Boiling food on the hob? Only use the water you need to save energy.
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.
Use the sun to reduce your heating bills. Leave internal doors open to rooms which trap the sun so the heat can spread to other areas.
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.
Use a microwave. Generally a microwave oven is the most efficient way to heat up and cook food.
Make sure your radiators are clear so they can heat the space efficiently. Curtains or furniture can easily block them.
Cavity wall insulation can help prevent heat loss through your walls. Consider getting this retro-fitted if you still have uninsulated walls.
When cooking you can often use the residual heat to to save energy if you switch your cooker off just before you finish cooking. However, you still need to make sure that your food is properly cooked through.
Solid brick walls can be insulated internally or externally to reduce heat loss.
