1. What is Gas Consumption Calculation?

The gas consumption calculation determines how many kilowatt-hours (kWh) of gas you've used based on your bill amount and the rate you're charged per kWh. This helps you understand your actual gas usage separate from the costs.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• \( Bill \) — Your gas bill amount in GBP (£)
• \( Rate \) — The rate you're charged per kWh in GBP/kWh

Explanation: This calculation divides your total bill by the rate you pay per unit of gas to determine how many units (kWh) you've consumed.

3. Importance of Gas Consumption Calculation

Details: Understanding your actual gas consumption helps you track energy usage patterns, compare usage across different periods, and identify potential savings opportunities.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total gas bill amount in GBP and your current gas rate in GBP/kWh. Both values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Where can I find my gas rate?
A: Your gas rate should be listed on your energy bill, usually shown as pence per kWh. Convert pence to GBP (e.g., 5p = £0.05) before entering.

Q2: Does this include standing charges?
A: No, this calculates consumption only. For total cost analysis, you would need to account for standing charges separately.

Q3: Why is my actual usage different from estimated?
A: Estimated bills are based on predicted usage. This calculator gives you the actual consumption based on what you were charged for.

Q4: How can I reduce my gas consumption?
A: Consider improving insulation, using thermostats efficiently, maintaining your heating system, and reducing hot water usage.

Q5: Is this calculation affected by VAT?
A: Use the VAT-inclusive bill amount if your rate already includes VAT, or exclude VAT consistently from both bill and rate.