Energy saving tips
At Cadwyn we monitor on a monthly basis how much gas, electric and water we use. We save energy through sensor lighting in the corridors and interview rooms in our main offices and at Nightingale House hostel.
Check out these websites to see if you can save money and energy:
www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/wales
www.energysavingadvice.co.uk/energy-saving-tips/energy-saving-tips.php
Here are some simple suggestions on how you can save money on your electricity bills:
- Try to use an outside washing line to dry your laundry instead of using an expensive to run tumble dryer.
- Turn off electrical equipment when you’re not using it, a standby LED light on your television can use almost as much electricity as when the TV is actually on.
- The solar panels produce less electricity in winter than in summer due to the lack of daylight and they stop working when it gets dark at night. Therefore if you do have solar panels try to use most of your appliances in the daytime when the panels are generating electricity. Set timers for your washing machine or dishwasher to come on.
- Use energy saving light bulbs. They may be more expensive than conventional light bulbs but they last up to ten times longer and use only a quarter of the energy to produce the same amount of light.
- Wash clothes at 30 degrees instead of a higher temperature and always put in a full load.
- Look for the ‘A’ energy saving rating when buying new appliances, they’ll be more efficient and cost less to run.
- Only fill the kettle with as much water as you need – this will reduce the cost to boil it.
Eco Careers
If you are looking for a career in the environmental sector check out www.environmentjob.co.uk for paid and voluntary opportunities.
A Solar Panel Installation
