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Ways to Save Energy and Slash Electricity Bills
How to Save Energy and Slash Electricity Bills:
1. Lighting & Light Bulbs
Install low energy light bulbs in rooms you use regularly – they last
up to 15 times longer than a normal light bulb and provide the same lighting
for a quarter of the running cost. Turn off the lights when you leave a room
for a long period and don't use several light bulbs where one will do the
job. Teach all family members to turn off lights when leaving a room.
2. TV, Hi-Fi & Radio
Turn off the TV or video and hi-fi rather than leaving it on standby. Always
use the television's on/off switch. Leaving the television on standby wastes
energy.
3. Cooking
Microwave ovens reduce cooking time by 15% to 20% and save energy. When boiling
vegetables, use just enough water to keep them covered. Use a jug kettle
that has a water level gauge to ensure you only heat the amount of water
you need. Cover saucepans with lids whenever possible to reduce the cooking
time.
4. Home Laundry & Dishwashers
Save electricity by using old-fashioned clothesline for clothes drying. Avoid
drying clothes on radiators as it lowers the room temperature, making your
boiler work harder. Shut off dishwasher for dry cycle. Let your dishes "air
dry". Don't use dishwasher or laundry equipment until you have a full load.
5. Fridges & Fridge Freezers
Make sure your refrigerator and freezer door seals are airtight. Let hot
foods cool before placing them in the refrigerator. Defrost refrigerator
regularly - when about 1/4 inch of ice has formed. Place your refrigerator
in the coolest part of the kitchen - away from cookers, heaters and out of
direct sunlight.
6. Heating
Turn off electric water heater when going away for vacations or weekends.
Turn your heating down rather than opening a window to reduce the room
temperature. Never cover radiators with curtains or furniture as this reduces
their efficiency and wastes valuable heat. When going on long holidays, remember
to switch your water heating off.
7. Work Tools
Use hand tools in your workshop instead of power tools.
8. Appliances
When shopping for new appliances, ask about energy-efficient models. Buy
appliances on the basis of cost plus operating costs, not price alone. Limit
the use of appliances that use over 1,000 watts. Keep appliances clean and
in good working order. They'll use less energy.
9. Bills
Check all energy bills closely. Errors can be costly.
10. Insulation & Air conditioning
Insulating your attic will save on operating air conditioning (also heating).
If your walls are suitable, cavity wall insulation will substantially reduce
heat loss. Keep air conditioning condenser shaded from sun or on north side
of house. Turn off air conditioning when no one is home.
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