Many householders will have heard the phrase 'heat the human not the home'. It has sprung up as we face rising energy costs and the cost of living crisis. Sales of energy saving and warming products including mini heaters and even wearable blankets have spiked in readiness for the colder autumn and winter months, but one energy company has gone a step further.
Octopus Energy's 'Winter Workout' isn't a new addition to the services it offers customers but it is certainly one that has come into its own this year. Its aim is a save in energy without compromising on staying cosy. Giving tips from energy and heating experts the firm claims that last year customers taking up the advice saved an average of 12% on their bill prices.
As part of the scheme the company offered 7,000 free electric blankets to customers that needed them most, saving them, according to Octopus, £300 on their energy bills, which equates to an average 19% on bills. The good news is that the scheme will run again this winter.
