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Gas and electricity news and energy saving tips
18
Feb
3 Ways to Fix Energy in The UK
The UK’s overreliance on gas has contributed to the price of energy increasing. We look at three ways to fix the marker.
01
Apr
How to save energy and cut business costs
Energy efficiency goes beyond cutting carbon footprints – check out UK Power’s 5 top energy saving tips to see how your business can save money.
12
Jul
How to deal with energy debt
Almost 3 million households are in debt with an energy supplier. Here’s what to do if you’re struggling to pay your energy bills.
26
Sep
How a new boiler could save your home business money
Working from home has obvious benefits for new start-up businesses, but while it cuts out the cost of renting a business premises, energy bills can soar. Replacing your home's boiler could have a big impact on the amount of energy you use, and dramatically reduce your business energy bills.
27
Oct
Do you know how much your appliances are adding to your energy bills?
From leaving the TV & lights on when not in the room or overfilling the kettle, we all have bad energy habits - how much are yours adding to your bills?
14
May
How much energy are you using?
How much energy do you use? 85% of households have no idea, according to a new study. Here’s why you need to know your energy use to help cut costs.
01
Sep
How to bleed a radiators in 5 simple steps
If your radiators aren't heating your home properly, it could be because air bubbles are trapped in the system. In which case they'll need bleeding, here's how...
01
Oct
How to manage your student utility bills
It’s time to go back to university – here’s how to manage your student utility bills, to keep costs in check and make that student loan go a little further.
11
Jan
How to prepare your home for winter in 6 simple steps
The clocks have gone back, the big coat is back out, and the first morning frost has been scraped from your windscreen – it’s time to prepare your home for winter.
15
Jan
How to protect your home against storm damage
Heavy snow and high winds have been forecast for the UK in the coming weeks, here’s how to protect your home against storm damage.
08
Jun
How to save energy in the kitchen
Kitchen appliances use a lot of energy. Here are some top tips to help you save energy in the kitchen and cut your gas and electricity bills.
20
Oct
How to save energy when the clocks go back
The clocks go back this weekend and the darker, colder days mean that most of us use more energy in winter than at any other time of the year. Here's how to save energy when the clocks go back.
18
Jul
6 ingenious energy saving gadgets your home needs now
Need a helping hand to make your home more energy efficient? Check out these 6 ingenious energy saving gadgets.
06
Nov
Why leaving the light on could be damaging your health
We’ve all been guilty of leaving lights on unnecessarily at one time or another - not only is it bad for the environment, it ight also be bad for your health.
15
Mar
How to save energy during Daylight Saving Time
Longer, warmer days mean we need less energy to light and heat our homes, which means lower energy bills. Check out these energy saving tips for Daylight Saving Time.
08
Dec
How to save money on your energy bills this Christmas
UK households are expected to spend a whopping £41m on energy bills this Christmas day. Here's how to trim those festive gas and electricity bills.
22
Oct
7 simple ways to save energy when working from home
The coronavirus crisis means more of us than ever are working from home, - check out our top tips on saving energy while in self isolation.
11
Jul
6 simple ways to save energy in the school summer holidays
The school summer holidays are here again. Check out our six simple energy-saving tips to see you through the six weeks of the summer holidays.
16
Jan
Small business tips - how to budget
There are any number of financial risks involved in running a business, here's how to budget effectively and reduce the risks to your microbusiness or SME.
28
Jun
Energy smart meters - the pros and cons
With utility costs skyrocketing and energy bills being a substantial expense, we ask are energy smart meters a good way to help cut spiraling energy bills?
25
Apr
Spring Clean Your (Energy) Finances
Spring is a time of change and by making a few simple changes to the way you use energy can mean big savings on your energy bills! Read our ideas of how you can make big savings this spring.
29
Aug
Are subsidy cuts and policy changes curbing community renewable energy schemes?
Renewable energy from community-run energy schemes is powering the equivalent of 130,000 homes across the UK, but could subsidy cuts and policy changes have slowed down the number of projects launched.
06
Jul
What’s the problem with smart meters?
Smart meters are getting a bad press, largely due to lower than expected savings & technical issues. But here’s why smart meters are about more than saving money.
25
Apr
The truth about wind generation
Wind energy is one of the most widely used and clean sources of renewable energy. But like everything it has its pros and cons.
21
Jun
Is it time to go green?
Wind and solar sources now generate more electricity in the UK than fossil fuels – is it time to embrace renewable energy?
19
Dec
UK vs EU Energy - Prices, consumption and renewables
How does the UK energy market stack up against that of other European countries? Click here to find out about UK vs EU energy prices and consumption.
19
Oct
What are heat pumps?
Heat pumps are an alternative to gas boilers and a big part of the UK’s decarbonisation plans. Here’s more on how they work and how to get one for your home
28
Mar
What is the UK's energy security strategy?
The UK is experiencing a cost-of-living crisis with energy prices soaring, but can the UK’s energy security strategy help dampen this? Read about it here.
30
Nov
10 top tips to help reduce your utility bills
Whether you’re a business, a homeowner, a tenant, or living at home with your parents, there are a few things you can do to cut the amount of energy and water you use, and help reduce your bills.
03
Apr
Corporate social responsibility and energy efficiency
Environmental corporate social responsibility is the concerted efforts of businesses across the world to reduce their impact on the world around us. Here's how you can be a part of the movement.