The Loop Team

The cost of leaving appliances in standby mode

You use the remote to turn off the television, flick the light switch off and head to bed. All is...

Green fingers: energy saving in the garden

Creating an energy-efficient home isn’t just about thinking about what’s on the inside - it’s also...

Are you having problems with your smart meter in-home display? Do you even have an in-home display? Here's how to keep on top of your usage

Since the start of the energy crisis, thousands of households have requested to have a smart meter...

Going on holiday? An energy saving checklist

If you’re about to head away for a long holiday, you certainly don’t want to be fretting about your...

Is solar right for me?

Solar power can work for more types of homes and lifestyles than people might imagine.

How to save money by changing one boiler setting

Most people could cut their energy use by 6-8% by making a quick tweak to their boiler settings....

How monitoring electricity use can save you money

How much energy are you using in your home right now? Perhaps the washing machine is on. There are...

How to spring-clean your home energy use

With the start of spring and the clocks going forward, lighter evenings and warmer weather are...

Heat pumps: will they replace gas in people's homes?

"The heating of our homes will need to be virtually zero carbon by 2050, replacing natural gas and...

Should you get a smart meter? Here are the pros and cons

It’s not compulsory at the moment to get a smart meter, but with government targets closing in –...