Hints & Tips at UniversityWe all want to do our bit. Safety, sustainability and energy efficiency are important to us all. Sometimes it’s the little things that can make a big difference, particularly when we act collectively. Here are some top tips to help students at university or college. |
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Switch off radiators in any rooms you are not using regularly and keep internal doors shut to save energy.
Use the sun to reduce your heating bills. Leave internal doors open to rooms which trap the sun so the heat can spread to other areas.
When did you last test your smoke alarm? Make sure it will work when you need it by testing it weekly. #TestItTuesday
Make sure your pans fully cover the rings on your hob to use all of the heat being provided. Use the right sized ring for the pan you are heating.
Keeping extract fans and vents clean and clear from obstruction reduces energy use and makes then work more efficiently.
Only fill your kettle with the water you need. You will save both water and energy.