{"id":10767,"date":"2024-12-13T08:00:50","date_gmt":"2024-12-13T08:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/?p=10767"},"modified":"2024-12-13T08:00:50","modified_gmt":"2024-12-13T08:00:50","slug":"save-100-on-christmas-energy-bills","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/save-100-on-christmas-energy-bills\/","title":{"rendered":"Save \u00a3100 or More on Your Christmas Energy Bills Without Major Sacrifices"},"content":{"rendered":"

With energy prices reaching new heights<\/strong>, many UK households<\/strong> are feeling the financial strain<\/strong>. But what if you could cut your energy bills<\/strong> without making major sacrifices? British Gas<\/strong> and other leading suppliers suggest that simple adjustments could lead to savings of over \u00a3100 annually<\/strong>. These small changes can help reduce overall energy consumption<\/strong> without significant lifestyle shifts, making a noticeable impact on your monthly expenses<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Simple Heating Adjustments That Can Make a Big Difference<\/h3>\n
One of the easiest ways to lower your energy bills<\/strong><\/a> is by adjusting your heating<\/strong>. A small change, like lowering your thermostat<\/strong> by just one degree<\/strong>, can lead to savings of \u00a3100 a year<\/strong>. British Gas<\/strong> suggests setting your thermostat to 18\u00b0C<\/strong> during the day and 15\u00b0C<\/strong> at night for even greater savings.<\/p>\n
Energy expert Gordon Wallis<\/a><\/strong> explains,<\/p>\n
\u201cA constant temperature of 10\u00b0C<\/strong> helps prevent frozen pipes and avoids unnecessary heating costs.\u201d Gordon Wallis.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
These small changes, when adopted nationwide, could save up to \u00a32 billion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
Exclusive Christmas Day Energy Discounts<\/h3>\n
Christmas<\/strong> brings special energy-saving offers<\/strong>. E.ON<\/strong> is offering three days of free electricity, including Christmas Day<\/strong>, allowing customers to save significantly.<\/p>\n
Similarly, British Gas<\/strong><\/a> has launched its PeakSave scheme<\/strong>, offering half-price electricity on Christmas Day<\/strong> and Boxing Day<\/strong>. Customers who shift their usage to off-peak hours<\/strong> can save money and make their holidays more affordable.<\/p>\n
Quick Energy-Saving Tips for Christmas<\/h3>\n
In addition to energy provider discounts<\/strong>, here are a few other simple tips to help you save this holiday season:<\/p>\n
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Use energy-efficient lights<\/strong>: Swap to LED Christmas lights<\/strong>, which use up to 80% less electricity<\/strong> than traditional bulbs.<\/li>\n
Unplug devices<\/strong>: Unplugging unused electronics<\/strong> can save up to \u00a335 a year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
Wash laundry in cold water<\/strong>: This can reduce energy consumption by 40%<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
Use the microwave<\/strong>: Microwaves<\/strong> use less energy than ovens for cooking smaller meals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
These small changes can add up over the holidays, reducing both energy consumption<\/strong> and costs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
The Growing Burden of Energy Bills and Why Immediate Action is Crucial<\/h3>\n
Despite these savings opportunities, energy prices<\/strong> are set to rise again in 2024<\/strong>. The energy price cap<\/strong> is forecast to increase by 1%<\/strong> in April 2024<\/strong>, meaning households could face higher bills.<\/p>\n
Cornwall Insight<\/strong> predicts the average energy bill<\/strong> will rise to \u00a32,400 per year<\/strong> by next spring. Given this, it\u2019s more important than ever to take steps now, such as switching to fixed-rate plans<\/strong> or adopting smarter energy habits<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
In the face of rising energy costs<\/strong>, these small adjustments\u2014coupled with the holiday offers<\/strong>\u2014can help households manage their energy bills<\/strong>. Being strategic with energy use<\/strong> can make a significant difference, helping families weather the challenges of higher prices.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Could a simple adjustment to your thermostat<\/strong> save you over \u00a3100<\/strong> a year? As energy prices<\/strong> climb, small changes in how you use energy<\/strong> could lead to surprising savings<\/strong>, especially with special offers<\/strong> this Christmas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":10771,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[39],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10767","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-energy","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-33","no-featured-image-padding"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10767","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10767"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10767\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10771"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10767"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10767"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10767"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
How Smart Meters Help With Savings<\/h3>\n
Smart meters<\/strong> are essential for accessing many of these savings. They track energy use<\/strong> in real-time, allowing customers to take advantage of off-peak pricing<\/strong>. Smart meters<\/strong> make it easier to use electricity<\/strong> when it’s cheaper, ultimately helping lower bills<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
These meters also provide detailed usage data<\/strong>, allowing you to adjust your habits for even more savings. The UK government<\/strong><\/a> is encouraging the adoption of smart meters<\/strong> to support energy efficiency<\/strong>.<\/p>\n