Rent, kitchen expenses, clothing, education, culture, and arts… There are a lot of bills to pay, right?
And now, added to this is increased energy bills. The cost of living crisis is at its highest level in 2023, with household energy bills being the largest expense. So we can easily say this is the right time to save electricity.
Here are 8 suggestions that will help ease the pressure;
1. Energy efficiency labels are your best friends.
You can save energy at home by choosing energy-efficient appliances and electronics. Reducing energy use in your home saves you money, increases energy security, and reduces pollution.
2. Turn off the lights
By adopting the habit of turning off the lights when you’re not in a room, you can save five to ten percent of the house’s energy consumption.
3. Use efficient lights
LED bulbs use up to 90% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than traditional incandescent bulbs. *
4. Unplugging devices when not in use
Standby power accounts for an average household energy cost of at least $100 a year. By unplugging devices not in use, The United States Department of Energy reports that you can save anywhere between $100 and $200 each year **
5. Check your refrigerator.
When your refrigerator is set too cold, it could be costing you money. Read the manufacturer guide to find the recommended temperature.
6. Iron Your Clothes weekly
Iron consumes the most energy while the heating process. Therefore, ironing your clothes in bulk once your iron is heated will save your money.
7. Don't Open the Oven Door
Opening the oven door while using affects oven's cooking performance and energy consumption.
8. Use the Daylight
Conscious use of daylight is a convenient way to save on lighting and heating costs. So, open the curtains at noon. Also make sure that you placed your furniture that they do not prevent sunlight from entering the house.
What can you do to reduce electricity consumption?
Prefer energy saving bulbs.
Do not leave the lights on unnecessarily.
Unplug the electronic items you are not using.
Pay attention to energy class while buying new white goods.
How can I use less electricity in the kitchen?
Opening the oven door while using affects oven's cooking performance and increases energy consumption.
Also, if you use an electric stove, you should choose a burner that matches the size of your pot.
What are the household appliances that consume the most electricity?
Heaters are at the top of the list with 31.3% of a home’s total energy consumption. Using 13.6% of a home’s energy, water heaters are the second-biggest consumer. Number 3 on the list is cooling appliances with 10.7% of the total. ***