4 ways in your kitchen to reduce your energy bills

“How do I reduce my energy bills?” seems to be a question we are asking ourselves more and more. 

With energy costs rising, the importance of saving is apparent for many homes, so we’re going to have a range of blog posts that will share energy savings tips room by room.  

As the kitchen in most homes is a busy area that also uses a lot of energy, we thought this was a great place to start by sharing our 4 ways to reduce your energy bills.

4 ways to reduce your energy from your kitchen

1. Consider purchasing an eco-kettle

If you are a frequent tea drinker, this gadget can help reduce your energy bills. An eco kettle will keep your water hot for longer, which means you can reduce the number of times you pop the kettle on. Eco kettles are also very efficient, so they use less energy needed to boil your kettle.

You can find some of the top eco kettles here. 

2. Invest in an Energy Egg

An Energy Egg is a system that uses motion detectors to turn off your electrical appliances and lights. This reduces the amount of energy you us without needing to even think about it. Even though this is an upfront investment, you can save up to £136 a year.

You can find more about Energy Eggs here

3. Regularly service your boiler

Around 55% of your energy bills are related to your boiler.

Regular servicing will help make sure your boiler is efficient. An inefficient boiler can lead to higher energy bills.

4. Use a microwave to heat your food

You can save up to 50% more energy by heating your food using a microwave rather than using your oven. This can make a big difference over time with helping you reduce your energy bills.