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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Every degree you turn your home thermostat down could save you around £80 to £85 a year on your heating bill.
Only fill your kettle with the water you need. You will save both water and energy.
Use a microwave. Generally a microwave oven is the most efficient way to heat up and cook food.
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Keeping the oven door closed while you are cooking helps keep your oven at a stable temperature. It can also improve your cooking whilst saving you energy.
Hanging out clothes to dry will save you energy and money over using a tumble drier.
Thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) only limit the maximum temperature areas reach. It is a common misconception that they change how quickly an area heats up. Don’t turn them up thinking the room will heat up quicker.
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.
Keeping extract fans and vents clean and clear from obstruction reduces energy use and makes then work more efficiently.
Using lids on your pans when cooking will save energy and help heat the contents quicker.
