Energy costs are rising, and the demand for sustainable solutions is greater than ever. Households across the UK are seeking ways to lower their bills and reduce their carbon footprints without sacrificing convenience. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Loop, the innovative energy-saving app for smart meter users.
Loop offers powerful insights and tools to help you better understand and manage your energy consumption, empowering you to make smarter, more sustainable choices that will save you money on your energy bills. Whether you’re looking to save money, improve efficiency, or adopt greener practices, Loop equips you with tools to create an eco-friendly home low-bill home.
Track and Understand Your Energy Usage
Understanding your energy usage is the first step to reducing it. With Loop, you can track your energy consumption across various time frames — by the hour, day, week, month, or even year. This level of transparency allows you to see how your energy habits evolve and spot patterns that could be costing you money.
Say goodbye to unexpected utility bills and “bill shock.” Loop eliminates guesswork by showing exactly how much energy your household uses and what it’s costing you. They even have a handy appliance running costs page so you can understand the average costs of your household items.
These insights empower you to make changes that deliver real results. On average, Loop users cut their energy consumption by 15%, saving around £250 annually on their bills.
Uncover the Hidden Costs of Phantom Load
Every home has a Phantom Load — the electricity used by appliances left on standby or plugged in but not actively in use. Surprisingly, phantom load can account for over 30% of your energy bill, costing more than £200 a year in the average household.
Loop measures your phantom load so you can pinpoint exactly how much energy is being wasted. Once you have this information, Loop provides practical tips and easy-to-follow steps to reduce this waste, saving both energy and money.
Monitor Appliance Efficiency and Spot Faulty Devices
An inefficient or faulty appliance can significantly drive up your energy bills without you even realising it. Loop gives you a detailed picture of your home’s typical energy use, helping you identify unusual spikes that could indicate a problem.
By catching these issues early, you can avoid unnecessary expenses and ensure that your appliances are functioning as efficiently as possible. Loop also helps you estimate the annual running costs of common household items like washing machines, tumble dryers, and dishwashers. With this knowledge, you can make smarter decisions about how and when to use these devices to keep your running costs to a minimum.
Access Personalised Energy-Saving Advice
Energy-saving advice is most effective when it’s tailored to your specific needs, and Loop excels in this area. The app offers personalised insights into your energy consumption, giving you practical tips and actionable guidance to reduce your costs.
Loop also provides ongoing challenges to keep you motivated and on track with your energy-saving goals. Whether you’re browsing the app, reading user emails, or exploring the Loop blog, you’ll find helpful advice designed to fit seamlessly into your daily routine and create lasting energy-efficient habits.
Use Energy at Greener Times
Reducing your carbon footprint doesn’t have to involve drastic changes to your lifestyle. Loop’s EcoMeter offers real-time carbon insights, showing you when renewable energy is most abundant on the grid.
By scheduling energy-intensive tasks like running your dishwasher or doing laundry during these greener periods, you can significantly lower your home’s carbon emissions. It’s a small change that can make a big difference for the environment, helping you adopt a more sustainable lifestyle with minimal effort.
Explore Solar Energy With the Solar Simulator
For homeowners interested in solar power, Loop’s Solar Simulator and Solar Playground are game-changing tools. These resources use your smart meter data to assess your home’s solar potential, offering detailed insights into:
- Solar panel benefits: Discover how solar energy could reduce your dependence on grid power.
- Custom projections: Visualise savings over different time frames, such as days, weeks, or months.
- Battery options: See how home batteries can enhance solar efficiency and increase your energy independence.
The Solar Simulator also connects you with trusted installers like Sunsave, making it easy to request a quote and take the next step toward solar power.
Maximise Energy Independence
Loop makes it simple to experiment with different solar panel sizes and battery configurations. Using up to 13 months of smart meter data, you can explore how changes to your energy setup could improve your self-sufficiency. Many users are surprised by just how much they can save by harnessing clean, renewable energy.
Bridging the Gap for Smart Meter Users
If you have a smart meter but lack an in-home display (IHD), Loop can help. Many households find themselves without a functional IHD due to loss or damage, but Loop offers a convenient solution: view your energy data directly on your smartphone.
With Loop, you don’t need additional hardware to understand your energy usage. This accessibility makes it easier than ever to track your consumption and take steps toward a more energy-efficient lifestyle.
Empowering Households Through Partnerships
At Loop, the goal is to make energy management simple and accessible. Through our partnership we’re helping users access detailed energy insights, reduce waste, and save money — all from the convenience of your own smartphone.
Similarly, Euronics is proud to support this initiative, empowering customers to spot energy waste, reduce costs, and adopt greener habits. Together, these partnerships ensure that more households can benefit from Loop’s powerful features and create a smarter, greener future.
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If you’re visiting us for the first time, we hope you’ve found this guide to Loop helpful. At Fair for You, we’re committed to supporting households across the UK with flexible repayment options for household goods and access to valuable resources like this one.
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