40,000 in Big Switch to save on electric bills

One Big Switch members are set to save hundreds of euro on electricity bills.

More than 40,000 people have signed up to the campaign, which yesterday announced a special offer for new customers who switch to Bord Gáis Energy, as well as discounted offers for members who are already with the supplier.

For those who agree to switch, they can avail of a 10% discount in year one, plus €80 cash back after 12 months. This amounts to an estimated saving of €215 in year one for a typical, three-bedroom household. For existing Bord Gáis Energy customers, the offer is a 5% discount for year one with €40 cash back after one year.