Energy saving
Save money and the planet with our energy saving advice. From having a smart meter installed, to energy-saving gadgets, it pays to read these articles
Energy saving
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Does the weather affect the output of your solar panels? Experts say yes and this is howFrom heatwaves to snow and everything in between, this is how solar panels can be affected by the weather
By Sarah Handley
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I've finally found how to keep my hot, west-facing bedroom cool at night without wasting energyHere are the 7 things I do to not dread bedtime
By Natasha Brinsmead
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7 simple ways to make your portable air conditioner more efficient and avoid wasting energySummer's not over yet, so boost your cooling efficiency with these tips
By Sarah Handley
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I keep my curtains closed in a heatwave, but my home never feels cave likeThis is how I’ve found the balance between temperature regulation and light ingress
By Amy Reeves
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I've always sworn by this hot weather hack, but this is what I'm now doing insteadThe prolonged summer heat means I need to adapt my go-to cooling measures
By Sarah Handley
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When will plug-in solar panels be available to buy in the UK? What we know so farUpdates to legislation that is currently blocking the sale of plug-in solar panels are set to come into force at the end of August
By Sarah Handley
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Households in the UK set for £45 reduction in electricity bills later this yearThis is everything we know so far
By Sarah Handley
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How much more are you paying to run a portable AC now the price cap has gone up?I've done the sums
By Sarah Handley
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Thousands of households in England and Wales to be eligible for £9,000 of a heat pumpThe Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant is increasing from July
By Kezia Reynolds
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Alison Hammond’s sock hack is all I’ve used to stay cool this heatwave – it’s easy, free and provides instant reliefNo, I've not gone crazy - this unconventional cooling method works a treat
By Kezia Reynolds
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3 completely free ways to cool a home and curb rising energy costs in a heatwave, according to expertsWorried about your energy bills? Here's how to keep cool for free
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’ve been committing this cardinal sin when it comes to my dishwasherCurbing this habit now could help me offset the 13% price cap increase
By Sarah Handley
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Lidl launches an affordable solar battery to help with rising energy costsBut there’s a catch if you live in the UK
By Sarah Handley
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The 10-minute fixes I’ve adopted to prevent energy wastageNow I can save up to £207 a year on my energy bills
By Rachel Wait
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6 surprising ways solar panels can change how you use energy at homeSponsored by E.ON Next
‘Don’t waste electricity’ will take on a whole new meaning
By Ideal Home
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Solar now or later? How to decide the right time to install panelsSponsored by E.ON Next
A no-nonsense decision framework to help you get the timing right for your home
By Ideal Home
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6 ways a heat pump can change how your home feels – not just how it’s heatedSponsored by E.ON Next
Upgrade your heating and comfort
By Ideal Home
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Are heat pumps noisy, bulky or hard to live with? The myths homeowners should ignoreSponsored by E.ON Next
The most common heat pump misconceptions debunked
By Ideal Home
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I stopped wasting money on my washing machine by using a cooler 30° cycle for four weeksThis is how much I saved and the laundry was just as clean
By Sarah Handley
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Thinking about solar panels? What UK homeowners should know before installing themSponsored by E.ON Next
Everything you need to know about costs, savings and installation
By Ideal Home
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7 simple ways to get the most out of your solar panels at homeSponsored by E.ON Next
Make your solar panels earn their keep
By Ideal Home
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Plug-in solar vs rooftop panels — which is better?I asked the experts how the two systems differ on price, installation and impact on bills
By Sarah Handley
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Solar panels at home: how they work and what they could mean for your energy billsSponsored by E.ON Next
Take back control of your energy bills
By Ideal Home
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What are plug-in solar panels and how do they work?This is everything we know about about the game-changing solar panels that will soon be available in the UK
By Sarah Handley
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5 counter-top kitchen appliances you should always unplug when not in useI’ve been wasting so much money on my energy bills by leaving mine plugged in
By Sarah Handley
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I traded my usual dishwasher setting for this eco-friendly alternativeIt’s saving me £35 a year, take no extra effort and my dishes are just as clean as before
By Rachel Wait
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Thinking about solar panels? What UK homeowners should know before installing themSponsored by E.ON Next
Everything you need to know about costs, savings and installation
By Ideal Home


