Garden & Men's Shed

Please note that the actual energy usage of each individual appliance depends on their wattage (Understanding energy units), what we give here are estimates based on the average wattage these appliances are available in.

General measures to save energy and money:

• Turn off appliances completely or unplug when not in use. Up to 40% of the total energy usage of an appliance can happen in stand-by mode, especially TVs, game consoles and computers use a considerable amount of energy in stand-by, but also plugged in charging cables use energy.

• Choose appliances with a high energy rating (see 'Understanding appliance energy rating').

• Shop around: By switching your energy provider on a regular basis you can take advantage of the cheapest rates and best offers. However be aware of the terms and conditions of your current contract to avoid penalty payments.

Power tools (drill, saw, etc.)

0.25kWh per hour

Measures to save energy and money:

• Battery powered appliances are on average slightly more energy efficient in use compared to plug-in ones.

Lawnmower, strimmer, brushcutters and similar machines

0.25-0.5kWh per hour

Measures to save energy and money:

• Don’t cut all your lawn and/or cut it less often and transform it into a wildflower meadow - this saves you money, looks nicer and supports biodiversity.

Pressure washer

1.5kWh per hour