Green appliances reduce gas and electricity bills
According to advice given by a leading environmental expert, choosing wisely when it comes to buying domestic appliances can make a significant impact on your gas and Electricity bills.
Alex Goddard, curator of the Eco Home Exhibition, explained that kitchen gadgets, toilets and washing machines can all be modified to be more energy efficient, and that more eco-friendly versions of most home appliances are readily available on the high street and online.
Using these energy-optimised appliances will result in reduced gas and electricity bills, as well as reducing the amount of carbon emissions produced by the household.
"When you want to buy something new," Mr Goddard advised, "think about the impact that that object has on the environment and perhaps make a bit more of an informed choice."
He also stated that installing insulation is "by far the most effective way" to dramatically improve domestic energy efficiency.
"Insulation on the walls, ceilings and by double or triple glazing has to be well fitted because if it is draughty round the edges then it's no good," he said.
There are a number of UK Government initiatives that aim to encourage householders to take steps to increase the energy efficiency of their homes.
In England, a substantial number of residents have access to the "Warm Front" scheme, where they can apply for a maximum grant of up to £6,000 to help pay for the installation of new boilers, insulation and double glazing.
In Wales, a similar service is offered through the Home Energy Efficiency Scheme, and in Scotland the Energy Assistance Package also provides grants and information for cutting your gas and Electricity bills.
Electricity: www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/
Alex Goddard, curator of the Eco Home Exhibition, explained that kitchen gadgets, toilets and washing machines can all be modified to be more energy efficient, and that more eco-friendly versions of most home appliances are readily available on the high street and online.
Using these energy-optimised appliances will result in reduced gas and electricity bills, as well as reducing the amount of carbon emissions produced by the household.
"When you want to buy something new," Mr Goddard advised, "think about the impact that that object has on the environment and perhaps make a bit more of an informed choice."
He also stated that installing insulation is "by far the most effective way" to dramatically improve domestic energy efficiency.
"Insulation on the walls, ceilings and by double or triple glazing has to be well fitted because if it is draughty round the edges then it's no good," he said.
There are a number of UK Government initiatives that aim to encourage householders to take steps to increase the energy efficiency of their homes.
In England, a substantial number of residents have access to the "Warm Front" scheme, where they can apply for a maximum grant of up to £6,000 to help pay for the installation of new boilers, insulation and double glazing.
In Wales, a similar service is offered through the Home Energy Efficiency Scheme, and in Scotland the Energy Assistance Package also provides grants and information for cutting your gas and Electricity bills.
Electricity: www.uswitch.com/gas-electricity/
