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What can save us money - now!

Most of us need to be saving money now. Not many today can get by without trying to all they can, month by month to save a bit of money here and there.

Here at Enigin we have some suggestions for you to not only save your money, but save the planet at the same time. We work hard helping people and businesses to recognise how they can save money, save energy and generally work to be more efficient. Something that is becoming very much needed today.

So when at home why not try these ideas:

• Did you know - if you adjust for household thermostat to below 70 degrees in winter and raise it above 72 in summer, and lower your hot-water temperature from the standard 140 degrees to 120 degrees, you could be saving 200 pounds of carbon a year. Your heating represents 41% of the energy bill of the home!
• Replacement of light bulbs and appliances with Energy Star approved models. Lighting takes up 15% of a home’s energy use. By replacing just 5 bulbs you can save yourself around £50 a year.
• Have electronics plugged into power strips and turn them off when not in use. By breaking the connection, which still used energy even when TVs/DVDs etc are not on directly, can save the average household £90 on its electricity bill ad well as reduce carbon output.