We are all more than aware that energy bills are rising and that it is going to get worse.

Consumers are being forced to change their behaviour, but what else can be done when trying to save energy and reduce bills without lowering standards?

According to the Energy Saving Trust, approximately 14 per cent of electricity bills go towards washing machines, dishwashers, and tumble dryers. Fridges and freezers account for a further 13 per cent, while consumer electronics such as televisions, game consoles and computers make up around six per cent of an average bill.

Lighting takes up around five per cent of an energy bill, while four per cent is used to power kitchen appliances, including the hob, oven, kettle, and microwave.

Regulation and compliance measures have been introduced to push manufacturers into developing products that are energy efficient, but we are also seeing new product innovations that just make going about daily household life less wasteful.

Making simple changes like turning off an appliance rather than leaving it in standby can be made challenging when the cables and plug are difficult to get to. Introducing devices like remote-control sockets can eliminate the acrobatics needed to reach for the wall socket.

Product sales for lines like the Lyvia Remote Control Socket, which features a “kill switch” that completely switches off devices unlike other WiFi options, have doubled in 2022.

The market has seen a significant shift toward more efficient cooking methods such as induction hobs, which are much cheaper to run than gas or standard electric. And sales of hobs reflect this trend being up 24% on last year. Air fryers have seen the highest internet search demand since December 2019, overtaking searches for traditionally popular small kitchen appliances, including slow cookers and blenders.

Product popularity is being sustained through innovations in ranges such as Tower Vortx, which come with 5 in 1 cooking versatility and rotisserie options, and people are trading up due to the simple fact that they are 30% faster than a conventional oven.

Simon Wright, Purchasing Director said: “We are being very proactive in addressing the shift in demand for energy efficient products. From heat pump condenser tumble dryers to energy efficient electric blankets, we are negotiating wholesale deals with a variety of category suppliers to build on what we can make available to our retailers this year."

Look our for regular updates on energy saving devices over the next few months.