Utility fraud comes in all shapes and sizes. From gas or electricity meter fraud to supplier fraud, it’s important to know what to look out for to avoid being the victim of a crime. Utility fraud Utility fraud – or utility theft – is when someone falsely uses a person’s name or identity to order water, gas, cable or other types of services and gain personal information. When a meter reader or…
Unsure how to read your gas or electricity meter? Our quick & easy guide will get you up to speed & supplying the correct meter readings to your utility supplier in no time at all. With many different types of meters available you want to be sure that you’re providing your utility provider with the correct reading so you can calculate your utility costs ahead of time, allowing you to…
With the introduction of smart meters, homeowners are becoming increasingly more aware of how much gas and electricity they are using every day and are therefore seeking ways to keep monthly energy costs low and reduce outgoings. Here are just a few tips on how to reduce your monthly energy bills and keep that money in your pocket. Loft and cavity wall insulation Heating your home through the winter months…
There is an array of multi-rate meters available so it can be a minefield if you’re not sure what each one offers. To help you gain a better understanding, we’ve broken down what both Economy 7 and Economy 10 offer. Both Economy 7 and Economy 10 (often referred to as a differential tariff or time of use tariff) differ from your standard energy tariffs. During certain hours of the day,…
2019 was a turning point for Britain. The National Grid reported that 48.5% of the electricity used was generated from renewable energy, compared to 43% from fossil fuels. Statistics that show that renewable electricity was generated from hydro plants, wind farms, as well as solar and nuclear energy. After the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) met in October 2018 it was concluded that there is a chance to…
What is the best way to heat our homes during the winter months? With the heating constantly turned up to keep our toes toasty, it can be an expensive time of the year, so we discuss below the pros and cons of electric, gas and heating oil (supplied by our sister company, Crown Oil). Is it cheaper to heat my home with gas or electricity? We get asked this question…
With the recent bad press that surrounds smart meters, we’ve got the facts. Read on to learn all there is to know about the green meters. What is a smart meter? Smart meters are devices that take gas and electricity readings in real-time which enables users to monitor their usage. This encourages them to manage and lower their consumption and ultimately reduces overall energy bills. The electronic device automatically sends…
According to data shared by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG), there were 162,000 houses under construction in England with the South East leading the way in terms of new homes in the pipeline. The MHCLG released it’s ‘House building; new build dwellings, England: March Quarter 2019‘ report, which shows construction in the UK is in full swing with a total of 162,270 dwelling starts – that…
An industry once long dominated by men, is, at last, seeing an upsurge in the number of women involved with energy. But there’s still a long way to go, with women only accounting for around 10% of the global energy workforce (Energy Digital’s Global Energy Talent Index, GETI). That’s compared to 10% in big tech companies across the world and over 60% in the insurance industry. In fact, the energy…
The switch to renewable energy has long been envisaged to be an expensive one. But a revolution is on the horizon. New analysis has revealed the cost of solar power is decreasing that rapidly, it’s now a cheaper alternative to coal. The National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) report says “if the transition begins now, changes to the energy system could tackle greenhouse gas pollution without hitting consumer’s pockets”. Scientists predict that…