Practical Guide to save energy
We have compiled 10 tips and insights to provide customers with full transparency on their energy use.
Since the energy price cap increased by 54%, UK energy bills are seeing rapid growth - leaving costumers feeling powerless.
In line with our mission to provide customers with full transparency on their energy use, we are sharing actionable tips for reducing energy costs.
Taking immediate action
1. Standby
Appliances not in use still consume electric power, until they are fully switched off at the plug. Gaming stations, TVs, chargers left in standby can account for one third of your total consumption.
Savingsup to 50 GBP / year
2. Tumble Dryer
If the space is available to you, drying your clothes by air instead of using the Tumble Dryer is a solid way to save money. Switching to a more efficient heat pump dryer will also contribute to reducing costs.
Savingsup to 180 GBP / year
3. Kettle
Running the kettle with just enough for one cup of tea instead of filling the water to the top can be a real money saver. Storing hot water in a thermos for later usage can also be a good way to save costs.
Savingsup to 70 GBP / year
4. Washing Machine
Using your washing machine on low temperature cycles can help cut down your energy use. However, you will need to run periodic maintenance washes to avoid faster deterioration.
Savingsup to 15 GBP / year
5. Install a heat pump
For those who can afford the significant upfront costs, investing in a heat pump will greatly reduce electricity usage for heating - up to 50% in comparison to electrical furnaces and heaters.
Savingsup to 1,000 GBP / year
Advanced insights to save energy costs
Voltaware’s Energy Insight platform has been built in alignment with your needs. Consider switching to one of our Utility Partners to receive personalized, actionable energy and save energy & cost.
1. Smart Reports
Voltaware’s smart report provides consumers with monthly appliance breakdown, personalized tips & recommendations, peer to peer comparison and carbon footprint - helping you to become more energy efficient.
2. Peak tariff alerts
If you are on a dynamic tariff with peak prices, Voltaware will alert you when appliances like Washing Machine are being used during expensive times. You can then use it later once prices drop down.
3. Appliance Monitoring
Voltaware monitors critical appliances like the fridge to detect whether they are becoming inefficient. Voltaware can also suggest more efficient replacement appliances to reduce costs in the long-term.
4. Leaving Home alert
Every time you leave your home, Voltaware checks what appliances are currently running. If any of these are critical - like the iron or the oven - we will notify you immediately, so you can come back home and turn it off.
5. Peer to Peer
Voltaware shows how your energy use compares to our peer grouping system which allows you to understand the level of energy efficiency across your appliances.