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Ben Gallizzi
Senior Content Editor - Energy and Electric Vehicles
About the Author
Ben has been the Senior Content Editor for Energy at Uswitch for three years, having previously spent time at marketing agencies and in the proptech industry.
Among other areas, he specialises in home energy use and electric vehicles, and is passionate about ensuring that energy customers get the information they need to make the right decisions for them in a challenging period for households across the country.
Expertise
Energy efficiency
Home energy use
Electric vehicles and infrastructure
Education
BA - University of Southampton
Featured in News
Ben has been interviewed on BBC Breakfast, LBC News, Bloomberg Radio and various national and regional broadcast outlets, and quoted in several high profile publications including:
EV charging guides written by Ben
Ultra Low Emission Zones
Looking to find out more about Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ)? Uswitch explains what you need to know about ULEZs when travelling in London.
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What is the lifetime cost of an electric vehicle?
How does the cost of an EV compare to that of a petrol or diesel car over their respective lifespans? Find the crunched numbers here.
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The European capitals with the highest density of EV charging stations
With several major countries pledging for their cars to go all-electric by 2040, our Electric Vehicle (EV) charging team has analysed data to reveal which European capitals have the highest density of EV charging stations.
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Electric car myths: busted
Some drivers still believe certain EV-related myths, but are they valid? We bust some of the more persistent myths here.
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The best EU countries to live in for EV charging
Find out which countries are the best for electric car owners, based on price and available EV charging points.
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Electric vehicles and accessibility
With electric vehicles becoming more popular around the world and in the UK specifically, how suitable are electric vehicles and charging points for drivers with accessibility needs?
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How to bleed your radiators for energy efficiency - Uswitch
How to bleed a radiator: with our step by step guide bleeding radiators is easy. Plus, it can help you save energy and cut your heating bills.
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104 energy saving tips for your home - Uswitch
With working from home the new normal and energy prices high, it's important to keep your bills as low as possible. The best ways to do that are in our guide featuring 104 energy-saving tips.
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By hand or by dishwasher: which is more energy efficient? - Uswitch
Wondering if it's more energy-efficient to wash your dishes by hand or use a dishwasher? Find out with Uswitch and cut your energy bills.
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Energy-saving tips: tools and gadgets - Uswitch
Tips and advice on tools and gadgets that could help you with energy-saving heating. Find products to help cut your heating bills.
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Energy-efficient laundry tips - Uswitch
Find out how to make washing and drying your clothes as energy-efficient as possible with these top tips from Uswitch and reduce your energy bills.
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Energy monitors explained - Uswitch
Energy monitors can help you to be more energy efficient and cut your energy usage - find out more with Uswitch.
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Reducing your carbon footprint - Uswitch
What is a carbon footprint, how can it be measured, and what can you do to reduce your carbon footprint?
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What is the Boiler Upgrade Scheme?
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme replaces the Renewable Heat Incentive from 2022 - find out what it is and how you could benefit from it here.
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Microgeneration of sustainable energy - Uswitch
Everything you need to know about microgeneration for your home, including wind, solar and small-scale renewable energy sources.
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Air source heat pumps - Uswitch
Air heat source pumps are semi-renewable and can save you money on your home heating costs. But are they right for your lifestyle and property?
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What is the renewable heat incentive (RHI)? - Uswitch
This Uswitch guide tells you everything you need to know about the benefits of the renewable heat incentive (RHI) and how to apply for the scheme (updated for 2023).
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Domestic wind turbines - Uswitch
There are many advantages of wind power, and with an estimated 40% of Europe's wind blowing over the UK we're in a prime position to take advantage of it.
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How do demand flexibility schemes like Utrack Money Back work? - Uswitch
The National Grid's Demand Flexibility Service promises to pay customers for energy they don't use - how does it work, and it is it worth it?
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Ofgem: discover the role of the energy market regulator - Uswitch
Find out how Ofgem works with both energy suppliers and consumers. Discover how the UK energy regulator helps ensure consumers get a fair deal on their energy.
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Energy Price Guarantee: what does it mean for you? - Uswitch
What is the energy price freeze and what does it mean for you? Find out how energy prices are changing with the Energy Price Guarantee.
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Average gas and electricity bills in the UK - Uswitch
What does the average UK gas and electricity bill look like? See how your energy usage and bills compare against Ofgem's averages for 2023.
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Energy price cap to rise to £1,928
Ofgem has announced that the energy price cap will increase to £1,928 from 1 January 2024, which means a bill rise at a time of peak energy usage.
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What is Ofgem's energy price cap 2023? - Uswitch
Information on the energy price cap set by Ofgem, set at £1,834 from October until January 2023 and from £1.928 from January to April 2024.
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