Since March 2020, when the first UK lockdown came into force, those of us working in the energy industry have noticed a significant shift in the way that energy is consumed across the country. Overall energy use fell in the first lockdown as many businesses closed – but home energy use has risen by as much as 30% during the middle of the day. If you’re working from home, it’s likely that you’re using much more energy than you usually would be, especially with temperatures dropping. Using more energy at home will not only have an impact on your bills, it will also increase your personal carbon footprint. Many companies have energy saving measures in place, but you don’t have to have a business-sized budget to do the same within your own home. Click here for their top tips.
