Ofgem has confirmed its energy price cap will soar from £1,971 to a staggering £3,549 in less than five weeks time.
The current price cap was last adjusted in April this year, rising from £1,277 to £1,971 per year on average. Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has previously warned that Britain will face a dire winter as the prices continue to spiral.
New figures will devastate households who are already struggling to make ends meet. The news comes just days after inflation rose to more than 10% - a forty year high.
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The Government has said support will continue to "reach people’s pockets in the weeks and months ahead, targeted at those who need it most like low-incomes households, pensioners and those with disabilities". But with so many struggling, millions are calling on those in charge to do more to help.
The Energy Saving Trust has said choosing the most energy efficient household appliance for needs can help you save energy – and money – on your bills, but some common household items are more energy-guzzling than others.
The independent organisation has listed which are the biggest users of electricity in the home, as well as offering tips on how to use them as efficiently as possible to help you reduce your energy bill.
Washing machines, dishwashers and tumble dryers
These wet appliances account for 14% of a typical energy bill, more than any other type in the home. The power needed to heat the water that they use pushes up consumption, making them energy-hungry household appliances.
Actively choosing to wash clothes at a lower temperature can help reduce your energy consumption and try to avoid washing half loads to save water. The same advice goes for you dishwasher: use the Eco setting if it has one and try to wait until it’s full to set it off.
Fridges and freezers
These account for around 13% of the average household’s energy bill. By their very nature, these appliances need to stay on all the time, so they’re continually drawing power to maintain a constant temperature.
Since they’ll be on 24 hours a day, and could last you 17 years, there’s a huge benefit to investing in an energy efficient one. The next time you’re buying a new fridge or freezer, consider the smallest that meets your needs, as well as the highest rated one you can afford.
Consumer electronics
Consumer electronics, eg laptops, TVs and games consoles, account for around 6% of your energy bill. Some of the oldest advice remains relevant: remember to turn your devices off standby where possible.
If it’s time for a new TV, look for the most energy efficient one you can afford, or choose a smaller screen size to save on running costs.
Lighting
Lighting your home takes up around 5% of an average total energy bill. You can reduce the amount of energy you use by replacing halogen bulbs with LEDs.
You can also save money by turning lights off when you're not using them, or when leaving a room.
Cooking
Around 4% of your energy bill is spent on powering kitchen appliances, including the hob, oven, kettle and microwave.
Microwaves are more efficient than ovens at cooking, as they only heat the food and not the air space inside. And try to avoid overfilling the kettle to save each year on your electricity bill.
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