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.
Every degree you turn your home thermostat down could save you around £80 to £85 a year on your heating bill.
Draught excluders are a cheap way of cutting out the chill from poorly fitting doors and windows. Most are also easy to fit, a simple DIY task.
Make sure your radiators are clear so they can heat the space efficiently. Curtains or furniture can easily block them.
When did you last test your carbon monoxide alarm? Make sure it works when you need it by testing it weekly. #TestItTuesday
When cooking you can often use the residual heat to to save energy if you switch your cooker off just before you finish cooking. However, you still need to make sure that your food is properly cooked through.
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.
Hanging out clothes to dry will save you energy and money over using a tumble drier.
Remember to turn off the tap while brushing your teeth – a running tap wastes over 6 litres per minute.
Keeping the oven door closed while you are cooking helps keep your oven at a stable temperature. It can also improve your cooking whilst saving you energy.
