SAVE ON YOUR ELECTRICITY BILL
Added on: 6th Aug 2015
USE A LAPTOP MORE OFTEN THAN A
DESKTOP COMPUTER
Laptops consume considerably less amount of electricity compared to
desktop computers. Laptops consume around 15-42 watts, unlike
desktop computers that consume around 65-250 watts. You can do
just about the same tasks with your laptop without consuming
as much electricity.
CHOOSE AN LCD MONITOR OVER AN OLD CRT MONITOR
Unknown to most people, old CRT monitors consume double the amount
of electricity that an LCD monitor does. By replacing the monitor you
significantly curtail energy expenditure.
USE MICROWAVE OVEN AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE
Using a microwave oven is more efficient in reheating food as opposed
to using the stove. A microwave oven can draw less than half of the
power of other oven types as it heats and cooks for a much shorter time.
REARRANGE YOUR OVEN SHELF BEFORE TURNING IT ON
Refrain from opening your oven while it is on just to peek at your food inside.
Every time you open the door, 25 to 50 degrees F of heat are lost.
That means more electricity is required to produce heat inside the oven
and cook the food.
INSTALL SOLAR HOT WATER
By installing a heat pump or a solar hot water system you cut down on
your energy consumption to a considerable extent because you no
longer have to heat water through a heater every time you take a shower.
This helps you save significantly on your light bill.
REPLACE YOUR ANTIQUE REFRIGERATOR WITH A NEW ONE
A 12-year old refrigerator uses more electricity than a newer one. Most
refrigerators that are sold in appliance stores today comply with the
Improved Minimum Energy Performance Standards so they are more
energy-efficient. If you replace your old fridge with a new fridge, you can
save up to £100 a year on your bill.
CHOOSE FRONT LOADING WASHING MACHINES OVER
TOP LOADING WASHING MACHINES
Front loading washing machines may look more expensive compared
to top loading washing machines, but in the long run, they are more
efficient to use because they consume less energy. These washing
machines use around 60% less water and energy compared to top
loading washing machines.
HAVE YOUR AIR CONDITIONER CHECKED REGULARLY
Air conditioners are among the major electricity guzzlers of your house.
Make sure that the system runs at its highest efficiency through regular
cleanings and check-ups. When an air conditioning system does not work
well, it consumes higher amounts of electricity than normal.
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