How to get the best from energy efficient lighting in your living room
• Part Two in our lighting series with design expert • Creating a liveable lounge with LEDs • Simple effects and more control can be key In the first part of our series of blogs with lighting designer Graham Festenstein , he talked us through the initial things to consider when changing to low-...
How to get the best out of energy efficient lighting
• LEDs becoming the norm - but questions remain • What are the best light effects to use around your home? • We speak to lighting design expert on the options out there LEDs are becoming the dominant energy efficient lighting option – but for many, they remain a new and quite daunting technology...
Cold comfort: American-style fridge freezers proving energy guzzlers
They may look the part, but when it comes to energy bills, American-style fridge freezers are proving a not particularly positive addition to UK kitchens. In, fact, they can cost three times as much to run as conventional models, according to new data from ToptenUK.org . Energy Saving Trust runs...
Big Energy Saving Week: Simple advice to bring big results
It’s Big Energy Saving Week , so it’s probably no surprise to see us showcasing some easy ways to save money and make your energy and water consumption more sustainable. So, what have we got? Wise up to energy bills Well, firstly, we reckon it’s really important to simply understand your energy...
Scotland and Canada trade insights on home energy labelling
• Canadian delegation visits Scotland to learn more about EPCs • Getting the most out of home energy assessments a key issue A delegation from Natural Resources Canada was in Edinburgh this week, as part of a collaboration – funded by the UK High Commission in Ottawa - helping to bring energy...
Revealed: The barriers to a better energy deal
• Non-switchers missing out on serious cash • Lack of energy awareness at odd with other consumer choices • Not all suppliers and tariffs are the same To kick off Big Energy Saving Week , here’s some pretty shocking news: if you haven’t switched energy supplier in six years, you could be £1,500...
Big Energy Saving Week puts tariffs to the test
Big Energy Saving Week starts this coming Monday (22 January) – and as ever, it’ll be offering plenty of advice and information that could save householders hundreds of pounds. The big theme of the week is switching energy supplier. Along with our partners Citizens Advice and the Department for...
Bringing a brighter start to 2018
• Shops and business could save big through lighting changes • But using the right products and fittings is key • Premium Light Pro project set to assist commercial LED upgrades We may now be a few weeks past the shortest day of the year, but it’s still pretty dark outside. We’ll still be doing our...
Loft conversions and energy saving ambitions
• Loft conversions present chance to future-proof home • Building Regulations require insulation – but you can do more • Chance to make solar power cheaper Loft conversions are the ideal option if you're looking for more space but don't want to extend upwards. But there's plenty to consider as you...
Let the light shine in with energy efficient lighting
• Low energy lighting now dominates the market • Many types of fittings available • Our guide helps you make an informed choice Energy efficient lighting is now pretty much the norm. Vast improvements in product performance, as low-energy options have become mainstream, mean that these days there...