Loop Newsletter Archive

2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019

2023

17 September
Find out about grid carbon intensity and why the time of day that you use energy can affect your household emissions. Read more.

1 July
The new energy Price Cap has come into force and whilst costs are decreasing, it’s important to remember you pay for what you use! Read more.

17 June
Don’t let the heatwave burn a hole in your wallet! Discover how to keep your home cool and comfortable without breaking the bank. Read more.

22 April
Teaming up to combat climate change on World Earth Day. Read more.

9 April
Staying at home this Easter? Make sure you’re not overspending on energy. Learn how to cut costs with Loop’s expert tips. Read more.

25 March
As the clocks go forward, now’s the time to make some small adjustments to your home energy use which can add up to big savings. Read more.

11 March
The colder weather is back, but don’t let it add to your energy bills. Stay warm and take some simple steps to use your heating efficiently. Read more.

26 February
Spring is (almost) in the air! Time to check out how your household uses energy. Read more.

11 February
We’ve launched an Alexa skill! You can now monitor your energy usage with Loop on your smartphone and with an Alexa-enabled device. Read more.

28 January
We’ve had a busy week with two Turn Down and Save events. Here are the details. Read more.

2022

31 December
We look back at the achievements of the Loop community this year. Plus, there’s still time to make savings before 2023 with our checklist. Read more.

10 December
The Loop community did some serious saving during our first Turn Down and Save event – we couldn’t be prouder! Here’s what you missed…. Read more.

29 October
As the clocks go back and the days get darker and colder, don’t settle for higher energy bills. Level up your efficiency ahead of winter. Read more.

6 October
Do you discuss your energy bill with your neighbours? Do you share energy-saving tips? It can really pay off to have these conversations! Read more.

24 September
Your energy bills might not be rising by as much as you thought, but that doesn’t mean you should settle. Take back control! Read more.

4 September
You asked, we listened. You can now choose whether to use details from your smart meter’s in-home display or a bank card during sign up. Read more.

20 August
Energy bills are predicted to rise to over £4,200 a year. Whilst you may think you’ve exhausted all options, there are still ways to save! Read more.

6 August
Could solar help offset your rising energy bill? Plus your essential pre-holiday checklist to avoid racking up bills whilst you’re away. Read more.

15 July
As the weather heats up, many of us have been reaching for devices to keep us cool. But do you know how much this is adding to your bill? Read more.

2 July
Many households are currently paying double what they were a year ago on their energy bill. Is now the time to consider switching tariff? Read more.

14 June
Looking to cut your rising energy bill? Find out the simple energy-saving measures that will help to level up your household’s efficiency. Read more.

14 May
Energy costs are still top of mind for many after the price cap rise. But, with another in October – should you switch to a fixed tariff? Read more.

28 April
As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, avoid making costly seasonal mistakes with our simple tips and save on your rising bill. Read more.

16 April
Looking for a low-cost, family-friendly activity to keep everyone entertained over the Easter holiday? Loop has one that could save you £££! Read more.

2 April
Now the price cap rise has come into force, ask yourself: Do I use a lot of energy? What’s my Phantom Load? Could solar work for me? Read more.

19 March
Have you got a grip on your household’s Phantom Load? With the imminent price cap rise, it’s one of the best ways to cut your bill. Read more.

26 February
Our number one feature request is coming to the Loop app soon! Find out what we’ve been developing and what’s coming next. Read more.

13 February
Can solar work for you? It might seem like a big step, but with rising energy costs, the financial savings for solar are stronger than ever. Read more.

2021

17 November
Have you been keeping up with COP26? Here’s a rundown of the key pledges and importantly, how you can make a positive difference too! Read more.

30 October
COP26 inspiring you to rethink your environmental impact? Every eco-action may seem small in the grand scheme of things – but they add up! Read more.

16 October
Do you think you’re doing enough to tackle climate change? Loop’s NEW carbon calculator shows you the green changes you should be making. Read more.

3 October
Combat the energy price cap rise. There’s never been a smarter time to get energy-efficient and cut your electricity bills. Read more.

22 May
Switching to low carbon heating is just one part of creating a low carbon home. Find out how solar, EVs & heat pumps can all work together. Read more.

22 April
With Earth Day upon us, now is a great time to consider the big green changes you could make to reduce your environmental impact. Read more.

2 April
Make the most of the long weekend by going on our Easter Phantom Load hunt. It could save you up to £450 on your energy bills! Read more.

20 March
The change of season is a good time to re-evaluate how you use energy at home. With the sun now out it’s a great time to consider solar too! Read more.

23 February
It’s time to make some positive changes. If you’re looking to get greener and save money this year, find out how Loop can help. Read more.

2020

29 December
You’re almost at the finish line! Here are the final changes you should consider making. They’re big, but important… Read more.

21 December
Time to find out the quick and easy changes you can make to level-up your home energy use. How much could you save? Read more.

16 December
Winter is here. Take our winter energy health check and see how your home shapes up! Read more.

28 November
Get Green Faster with Loop. With our 10% discount for Green Saturday, you’ll not only be saving money, but reducing your eco impact too. Read more.

17 October
Use Loop and develop your energy instinct to sniff out savings, Phantoms and problems. Read more.

25 September
Have you been on a Loop Snoop yet? It’s time to hunt out those energy-wasting culprits and take back control of your usage! Read more.

11 September
The Green Homes Grant is opening at the end of the month. Get clued up with our guide now, so you can reap the benefits! Read more.

29 August
Working from home more must be better for the environment… but is that always true? Plus Shrink the Pink Round 2 is open. Read more.

18 August
We’ve launched a competition where you could win a Loop by being self-sufficient for a week! Learn more inside and take on the challenge. Read more.

4 August
This week we have a big NEW feature announcement, plus everything you need to know about solar panels – with our solar takeover! Read more.

10 July
Loop Data Scientist, Ruth, takes over the blog this week with TWO articles on a new tariff types & whether smart meters mean cleaner energy. Read more.

26 June
What would you say if you were stuck in a lift with Donald Trump? Plus so many new articles to share this week we’ve run out of space. Read more.

8 June
An extended trial offer, energy-saving in the garden and the growth of renewables. Read more.

7 May
The sun is shining and there’s bunting to put up but before getting up the stepladder, we’ve got a great offer to float your way. Read more.

27 April
The unprecedented situation we find ourselves in continues to have unforeseen consequences, even for energy.  Plus new features on the way. Read more.

9 April
New features, articles on home solar and the power of individual action + a different kind of Easter hunt.  Read more.

27 March
Response times over this period, the arrival of Loop on Android, Spring cleaning your energy use, the latest from our EV series + lots more!  Read more.

26 February
This week we’ve got a bumper crop of articles on the blog, including pieces on non-solar renewables for the home and the hidden energy costs of box-set binges below, plus overcoming electric vehicle range anxiety and the emerging field of active carbon removal.  Read more.

7 February
The big news from us this week is that we’re now beta testing our Android app.  We’ve had a lot of enquires about when Android is coming, so this is a big step forward for us. Read more.

28 January
This week we’ve we’ve got an in-depth look at how the UK needs to wean itself off gas as a heating source in order to meet our net zero targets, including a look at some of the replacement options.  Following Sir David Attenborough’s sobering and motivating interview on the BBC that we flagged last time, we’ve also got a short piece exploring why the UK has declared a climate emergency. The role we can all play in this starts with making some smart choices about energy use. Read more.

16 January
The big story today is Sir David Attenborough’s interview on the BBC in which he warns we have reached our climate crisis moment.  It’s both sobering and motivating – we all have a role to play in battling this climate emergency and it doesn’t end with choosing a Green Tariff. Read more.

2019

19 December
Our final email of the year features the obligatory Christmas-themed piece below on how to have an energy-saving Christmas, but we’ve also got some other new pieces on the incentives available to make your home more energy efficient, how to take the pain out of switching energy provider and one on Energy Performance Certificates as a starting point for understanding and improving a property’s energy efficiency. Read more.

12 December
This week the blog’s packed to bursting with 11 new posts, covering everything from the future of smart energy and your role in creating a net-zero UK, through to electric vehicles, solar + the Smart Export Guarantee, why it isn’t always easy being green and more besides. Read more.

26 November

This week we’ve got a couple of interesting new articles for you on how to make older homes more energy efficient (including some top tips that apply to all households), plus a great piece on how to get kids on board with saving energy. Read more.

13 November

It’s the time of year when your energy use (and therefore your bills) will inevitably increase.  Read more.

5 November

The big news from us this week is that our new webshop is open and Loop is available for sale.  Hurrah! Read more.

14 October

Thanks for subscribing and welcome to our first update. We’ll send these updates regularly, sharing new blog content, Loop news and highlights from around the Web that we hope you’ll find interesting. Read more.