With the cost of living crisis continuing to hit us hard in our pockets, it makes sense to save money wherever we can.
And with many of us now working from home, it really does pay to tweak how much energy you are using. This will not only lower your bills but also help the environment, too. We all know that working from home offers numerous advantages, including reduced commute times and greater flexibility. However, it also throws up the challenge of managing household energy use efficiently, something many of us have never really paid much attention to. But with a few small steps and a little thought, every single remote worker can swiftly lower their energy bills.
A new study by the small business experts at Bionic wanted to find out how much working from home adds to your bills in the UK and the ways that we can reduce these costs. To do this they have crunched the numbers looking at Wi-Fi and electricity - even down to the cost of boiling the kettle on your tea break.
Considering all of these costs, the study found that Brits are spending £43.19 per week working remotely. More than you thought, right? With this in mind, Les Roberts, business comparison expert at Bionic, shares five tips for reducing your expenses while working from home.
Let natural light in
Eight energy tips which could save you up to £1,900 on your bills this year
"As we enter the warmer months, with brighter mornings and later sunsets, take full advantage of the hours in the day when natural light is bright enough to light up the room. Open up the curtains instead of using artificial lighting throughout the day."
Unplug chargers when not in use
"Remember to unplug devices and their chargers when not in use. Charges continue to draw power even after your device reaches full battery capacity."
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Be energy efficient when cooking lunch
"When it comes to making your lunch at home, there are a few simple adjustments that you can make to help reduce your energy consumption. For example, if cooking on the hob, put a lid on your saucepan to keep the heat in and when making a cup of tea only put as much water as you're going to use in the kettle."
Adjust your computer settings
"Being energy efficient with your computer is a simple way to keep costs down. You can shut down your computer once you have finished using it for the day and activate sleep mode throughout the day during periods of inactivity. It is also good to note that you should unplug any devices connected to your desktop when not in use, such as printers and headphones."
Compare energy providers
"An effective way to keep your energy bills as low as possible is to ensure that you are getting the best deal possible. Compare prices and see if you could be getting charged less elsewhere and if necessary, switch energy providers."
Some households could get a £2,000 grant to help lower their energy bills
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