Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy When it comes to energy bills and saving money this winter, there's no time like the present to start thinking about ways to trim back. Especially with the government's announcement it will be changing the rules around Winter Fuel Payment eligibility, and electricity and gas price caps going up by 10% between October and December, according to ofgem reports.
But, where to begin? Chris Sadler, founder of Kimble Solar, shares his top tips...
1. Get data savvy It's really easy to take electricity for granted. "It's always there, it can heat, light or power almost anything – and it's quick," says Sadler.
"But it's also incredibly expensive right now, and with rates shooting up again, less government support and a higher standing charge, even using less doesn't always pay off." The goal here is to use less, while still keeping warm and being able to function, highlights Sadler. "If you can change your mindset to look at what you need, rather than what you want, then you can make objective decisions about what to turn on and off – and most importantly, when.
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