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Energy saving appliances don’t just come in the shape of light bulbs! In fact, when it comes down to it, any appliance can be an energy saving appliance, if you utilise it effectively.

By now you’ll know all about the savings you can make by reducing your hot water thermostat a degree or two; and if you don’t, just click here. In fact there are all sorts of simple steps you can take to save money and reduce your energy consumption. It sounds passé, but it’s true: partially filling your kettle when you’re making drinks for one or two does reduce energy consumption. It really will save you money!

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Running your washing machine at 65 degrees actually uses double the energy of a 40 degree wash. And bear in mind that modern detergents are designed to clean just as effectively at lower temperatures, so there’s absolutely no need to overspend in search of a deep down clean.

That’s all well and good, but what about new energy saving appliances? How do you tell what’s green, what’s hot and what’s not? It’s very simple. Just look for the Energy Efficiency Recommendation label on new products. The simple A-G scale tells you just how energy efficient your new appliance is. So for example an inefficient G rated appliance will use double the power expended on an A rated appliance.

Buying a brand new dishwasher, fridge or freezer might seem expensive, but bear in mind that the more energy efficient it is, the cheaper it will be to run. Thanks to the Energy Efficiency Recommendation it’s easier than ever to invest in efficient products that really won’t cost the earth!

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