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Energy SavingUnderstanding the October 2025 Energy Price Cap Rise – What it Means for UK Households

Understanding the October 2025 Energy Price Cap Rise – What it Means for UK Households

Ofgem’s October 2025 price cap rises 2% to £1,755. Discover what it means for households and how Drayton smart controls can help reduce energy costs.

Energy Saving7 Summer Tasks to Save More Money This Year

7 Summer Tasks to Save More Money This Year

As the days reach their longest and t-shirt weather arrives, for many of us, energy bills will be the furthest thing from our minds. But with the energy price cap having risen again from April thro...

Energy SavingPsychology of Heating: Why Brits Overheat Their Homes

Psychology of Heating: Why Brits Overheat Their Homes

Discover the psychology behind why Brits overheat their homes. Is it comfort, cultural habits, or insulation challenges? Learn what drives this costly habit.

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UK Government Energy Efficiency Grants in 2025

Discover the top UK energy efficiency grants in 2025 and how Wiser smart heating can help you save energy and money at home or in business.

Energy SavingWiser in Commercial Spaces: Smart Heating For Small Businesses

Wiser in Commercial Spaces: Smart Heating For Small Businesses

Discover how Wiser's smart heating helps UK small businesses cut energy costs with smart thermostats, smart radiators & efficient zoned control.

Energy SavingUK Energy Prices Rise Today: What It Means for You

UK Energy Prices Rise Today: What It Means for You

This rise is driven by a spike in wholesale energy prices and inflationary pressures2. For many, this means tighter monthly budgets while the chilly weather lingers.

Energy SavingSmart heating saves households over £200 a year

Smart heating saves households over £200 a year

In the second of our blog series looking at the nation’s energy saving efforts, we explore just how much money people have saved by using smart heating.

Energy SavingThe nation’s heating habits – Do we like it hot?

The nation’s heating habits – Do we like it hot?

Next in our blog series exploring the nation’s energy usage, we look at our heating habits, to see who likes it hot, and whether we’re really being wise with our heating schedules.

Energy SavingEnergy saving at home – how do you measure up?

Energy saving at home – how do you measure up?

With energy bills back on the rise and winter approaching, we’ve taken the temperature of the nation, surveying 2,000 adults on how they’re saving energy at home.

Energy SavingHow optimistic is the nation about energy prices?

How optimistic is the nation about energy prices?

In the final blog in our series, we explore the nation’s outlook on the current energy price situation in the UK – are we feeling gloomy about our bills this winter or are there some rays of sunny ...

Energy SavingThe Autumn 2024 Energy Price Cap Increase Explained – Plus More Tips to Save Energy

The Autumn 2024 Energy Price Cap Increase Explained – Plus More Tips to Save Energy

We explain the impact of the latest Ofgem energy price cap increase, how much you could save with Wiser, and get more energy saving tips to use right now.

Energy SavingElectrifying Britain: An Overview of the Types and Benefits of Home Electrical Heating

Electrifying Britain: An Overview of the Types and Benefits of Home Electrical Heating

Why is Britain's energy becoming electrified? Find out more about this energy transition and the types and benefits of domestic electric heating technology.