Top tips to reduce your energy consumption
Reduce your energy consumption = reduced bills + better for the planet. Whether or not you have a solar energy system installed at home, there are many things you can do to reduce your consumption.
Energy-Efficient Lighting
•      Replace incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient LED or CFL bulbs.
•      Use task lighting and turn off lights in unoccupied rooms.
•      Install motion sensors or smart lighting systems to automatically control lighting.
Appliance Efficiency
•      Choose Energy Star-rated appliances when purchasing new ones.
•      Unplug chargers, electronics, and small appliances when not in use.
•      Set your refrigerator and freezer to optimal temperatures and clean their coils regularly.
Heating and Cooling
•      Seal gaps and insulate windows and doors to prevent drafts.
•      Use programmable thermostats to regulate heating and cooling based on your schedule.
•      Service your HVAC system regularly to ensure optimal performance.
•      Consider upgrading to energy-efficient HVAC systems.
Water Conservation
•      Fix leaks promptly.
•      Install water-saving taps, showerheads and toilets.
•      Use a cool setting and a fast wash unless you your washing really needs more
Insulation
•      Properly insulate your home to maintain comfortable temperatures.
•      Fit doorways and window joins with draft excluder to prevent heat loss or gain.
Smart Home Technology
•    Look at the range of smart home devices which help to control and monitor energy usage, such as smart thermostats, plugs and energy monitoring systems.
Behavioural Changes
•      Turn off lights, appliances, and electronics when not in use.
•      Wash clothes in full loads and use a clothesline or drying rack.
•      Cook with lids on pots to reduce cooking time and energy consumption.
•       Agree regular digital detox weekends – give screen time and smart device charging and watching a break now and then, and give your usage a break.