Follow these tips and help reduce your energy bill

1. Unplug electrical equipment: Computers, mobile phone chargers - equipment on stand by uses up to 20% the energy it would use when fully on.
2. Switch off lights & heating when you don't need them.
3. Don't overfill the kettle - only boil as much water as you need.
4. Avoid unecessary electricity use between 5pm - 7pm
5. Turn your heating down to a comfortable 20 degrees C - lowering your thermostat by 1 degree C will knock 10% of your heating bill.
6. Use compact fluorescent lamps (CFL's) Instead of traditional bulbs - they use 20% the energy and last up to 15 times as long.
7. If you have a short commute, walk or cycle instead of driving
8. On cold, sunny days, open shades or blinds to reduce the need for your heating. On darker days, close the blinds to keep the heat in.