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East Midlands Energy Efficiency

Hints & Tips at Home

We 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 home.

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Switch off radiators in any rooms you are not using regularly and keep internal doors shut to save energy.

Fitting a new insulating jacket to a bare hot water tank can save over £100 per year. Costing just a few pounds, the investment can pay itself off in a few months.

Washing a small load of clothes? Check you washing machine’s settings to see if you can use the “half load” programme to save water and energy.

Still using tungsten, halogen or fluorescent bulbs? Changing to LED lighting can save energy and money.

Boiling food on the hob? Only use the water you need to save energy.

Smart meters help you track your energy use in pounds and pence. They can help educate you and your family to reduce your energy bills.

Using lids on your pans when cooking will save energy and help heat the contents quicker.

Smart controls can help ensure your home is comfortable and energy efficient.

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