Energy+Efficiency

Examples of saving energy

1. energy saving bulbs - It can save 70¬80% of electricity, compare with normal bulb. 2. loft insulation - Insulation makes it much more difficult for heat to pass up through your roof by providing a layer of material which has lots of air pockets in it. These pockets trap heat, cutting what is known as the U value of the loft.



3. Switch to Direct Debits and paperless billing The cheapest way to pay your energy bills is by monthly Direct Debit. Many energy companies offer discounts to customers who agree to pay this way. Speak to your energy company to see if they provide such discounts. Another way to cut down on your costs is with paperless billing. Again, many suppliers offer discounts if you agree to this. Instead of receiving bills in the post, you'll get emails from your energy supplier and can manage your account and submit meter readings online. This type of billing also has wider energy saving implications, cutting the paper needed to send out and pay bills by post.

ENERGY STAR LABEL

Energy star is an international standard for energy efficient consumer products. It was first created as a United States government program by the Clinton Administration in 1992, but Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan and the European Union have also adopted the program. Devices carrying the Energy Star logo, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, buildings and other products, generally use 20%–30% less energy than required by federal standards. However, many European-targeted products are labeled using a different standard,TCO Certification, a combined energy usage and ergonomics rating from the Swedish Confederation of Professional Employess (TCO) instead of Energy Star.

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