Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:02 UTReduce your Household energy consumptionWed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:02 UThttp://cyber.law.harvard.edu/rss/rss.htmlXMT RSS generatorwebmaster@whatprice.co.uken-gbhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/webmaster@whatprice.co.ukhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/index.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/index.htmlOne of the largest sources of green house gases (or the 'carbon footprint) is the home. Around 10% of the total energy used in the UK is in our homes, and so even a small reduction will have a big impact on our overall production of pollution.Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/energy-efficient-appliances.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/energy-efficient-appliances.htmlFor a lot of people, when buying domestic appliances online or in any other kind of shop the price is one or the most important consideration. 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One cost-saving option many are examining is solar power for the home.Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/solar-heating-water.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/solar-heating-water.htmlHot water straight from the sun may sound too good to be true, but even in the UK a solar hot water system can supply you with over 50% of your hot water needs over the year (the other 50% coming from a conventional gas boiler or electric heater).Mon, 28 May 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/home-efficiency/solar-power-home.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/home-efficiency/solar-power-home.htmlEnvironmental concerns and the rising cost of electricity are making many people wonder how they can save money using solar power for the home. Solar energy has long been touted as being a sound choice for the environment, but until recently most of us balked at the high price tag attached to solar energy systems.Sun, 19 Apr 2009 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/new-refrigerator.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/new-refrigerator.htmlIf you know that a 20-year-old refrigerator uses 40% more electricity than a current model, will you quickly replace it? I guess if you have one, you will be running straight to the nearest store for a replacemeMon, 28 May 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/home-efficiency/energy-audit.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/advice/home-efficiency/energy-audit.htmlHome energy audits are the best way to save money on your energy bills. Whether you live in the Southern United States, Europe or the rest of the World Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/eco-friendly-homes.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/eco-friendly-homes.htmlWith huge demand for housing in the UK, the Government has been accused of ignoring the potential environmental damage of extensive home building. So what are the Government$s plans for the future of sustainable development and eco-friendly homes in the UK?Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/solar-power-who.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/solar-power-who.htmlYou've made the decision to go with solar energy for your energy needs. In going solar, you need to know who is who. Let's take a closer look.Sun, 20 May 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/home-geothermal.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/home-geothermal.htmlGeothermal heating is a fairly old concept that has gained a new life through advances in modern technology and materials. 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Here are 20 quick and easy tips: Sun, 20 May 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/carbon-saving.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/carbon-saving.htmlSteps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint, and save yourself a whole heap of money. All the ideas are very simple, which ones will you start doing?Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 UThttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/home-ventilation.htmlhttp://www.whatprice.co.uk/home-efficiency/home-ventilation.htmlThe purpose of a home ventilation system is to maintain a healthy living environment by supplying fresh air to your home while at the same time removing stale and polluted air. 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