Quick tips to save energy at home this summer

Whether it’s to bring down bills or help the planet, there are a variety of ways you can save energy at home this summer.

During the winter we use energy to warm our homes and in the summer we use energy to keep our homes cool and comfortable. However, to cut back on bills and to protect the planet, we must adopt energy-efficient alternatives.

Luckily, there are so many ways we can reduce our energy consumption while simultaneously reducing air pollution, water pollution, and the impact of climate change.

Even the smallest changes can significantly help to trim down your household bills and reverse global warming this summer. Here are our quick tips on how you can save energy, and money, this season. 

Close the curtains

Although our natural instincts tell us to open the curtains and let the sun shine through, this could cause your home to become significantly warmer during the summer months. 

Keep the heat out of your home by closing the curtains, blinds, and windows when it’s hot outside. By ensuring the sunlight can’t get in, your home will remain at a comfortable temperature and no energy will be wasted on air conditioning or an electric fan.

This simple trick is one of the easiest ways to save energy and keep your energy bills low.

Dry clothes outside

Tumble dryers are some of the most energy-hungry appliances and on average in the UK, one cycle can set you back nearly £2. In the summer, a drying rack or washing line is a great energy-efficient alternative that does the job just as well.

Hanging out clothes to dry requires no electricity or energy which will simply save you money and reduce your carbon footprint.

Invest in LED lightbulbs

LED lightbulbs are long-lasting, energy-efficient, and don’t give off heat so they will keep help to keep your home cool on hot summer nights.

On average, they use 75 per cent less energy and last up to 25 times longer than incandescent bulbs. Research even suggests that switching to LED lightbulbs can drive real energy savings by reducing your carbon dioxide emissions by up to 40kg a year.

To dramatically reduce your lighting bill and save energy, LEDs are the best value lighting solution.

Make the most of the sunshine with solar panels 

Solar panels are an effective energy-saving alternative that works all year round. However, during the summer when days are longer, and the sun shines higher, solar panels can produce optimum amounts of energy.

Powered by natural sunlight, solar energy is extremely beneficial during the summer months. Solar panels capture the sun’s energy and convert it into electricity that powers your home. This renewable energy source not only supports the environment but also allows you to fuel your home by generating your own electricity.

What’s more, any excess energy that you don’t use can be sold back to the grid to help fuel the homes of those who would otherwise use coal or gas.

For more information about domestic solar panels and how they can help you to save energy at home this summer or to get an instant quote, get in touch with the team at North East Solar.