Zap energy saps | Energy Sparks

More than half of the energy produced in the UK is wasted - this is equivalent to more than half the average UK annual electricity bill.

Every one of us can try to reduce the energy we waste.

Cut down the energy you waste by spotting your household's power pits and energy sapping habits. These might include:

Having long hot showers
Keeping the fridge or freezer open for a long time while you decide what you want to eat
Turning up the heating when cold rather than putting on a jumper
Putting appliances on standby rather than switching them off at the wall
Leaving lights on when you leave the room

Speak to your parents about these other power pits
the fridge and freezer - keep them clean and free of built up frost and check that the seals are airtight
the thermostat - turning it down one degree can save £££
radiators - dust, vacuum and bleed them to keep them efficient
the kettle - only boil the amount of water you need
the washing machine - cool temperatures and full loads will cut energy costs

Make some posters to place in the energy sapping hotspots around your home to help your family save more energy.

Zap energy saps activity sheet