Hints and tips to be more energy efficient in the kitchen

The first step to understanding how you are using energy is to check your smart meter. If you don’t have a smart meter you can still use these hints and tips to save the planet and even save you a bit of cash.

In the kitchen keep lids on your pots when cooking. This speeds up cooking time and stops condensation. Also, only use enough water to cover your vegetables. The same applies when taking a bath. Try not to put hot food into a fridge. This makes the fridge work harder and uses more electricity. Only fill your kettle with what you need and instead of running water when washing up, fill the bowl. When doing the laundry, wash at 30 degrees and always wash a full load.