Free, plain-English education about energy bills, markets, consumption and the environment.
The Centre for Energy Literacy helps people understand the energy they use at home and at work. Our guides explain unfamiliar terms, show how the numbers fit together and help readers ask informed questions.
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Browse the Literacy Hub for guides grouped into household, SME and environmental resources. No registration is required.
For households
Understand bills and meters, learn about customer protections and explore safe ways to reduce unnecessary energy use. We also signpost readers to independent organisations offering help with energy problems.
For SMEs
Learn how business energy charges, contracts and consumption work. Our resources explain general principles for people working in small and medium-sized organisations and are open to everyone.
Energy and the environment
Explore how energy is measured, why heat and electricity are wasted, and how efficiency relates to environmental impact.
About the Centre
Our work is educational and non-commercial. We do not sell energy, recommend suppliers or brokers, or accept commissions or referral fees.