MORE WAYS TO SAVE ON YOUR ELECTRIC BILL

REPLACE YOUR REGULAR INCANDESCENT LIGHT

BULBS WITH FLUORESCENT OR LED BULBS

Just because incandescent light bulbs are relatively smaller

than fluorescent lamps or LED bulbs does not mean they

consume less electricity than the two others.

The fact is fluorescent lamps or LED bulbs are more

energy-efficient than incandescent bulbs.

UNPLUG ALL APPLIANCES WHEN THEY

ARE NOT IN USE

Most people believe that when they turn off their televisions, their

electricity consumption stops. This is a myth, since power consumption

continues as long as an appliance is plugged in. To make sure that

you save on your electricity bill, unplug all your appliances

when you are not using them.

ADJUST THE THERMOSTAT OF YOUR AIR

CONDITIONER DURING SUMMER

Air conditioners are mostly used during the summer season.

Because of the heat, most people set the thermostat to the

coolest level. You can try to adjust your thermostat to a slightly

warmer temperature in order reduce the amount of electricity

you consume.

DO NOT PUT UNCOVERED LIQUID CONTAINERS

IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Not so many people know that the vapours given off by liquids

inside uncovered containers only add to the workload of compressors.

The heavier the workload of compressors, the higher the amount of

electricity they consume. To reduce your consumption, make sure that

you cover your liquid containers before putting them inside the fridge.

SELECT A REFRIGERATOR OR A FREEZER THAT

IS JUST ENOUGH FOR YOUR NEEDS

The larger your refrigerator, the higher the power it consumes.

If your family is not big enough to require large amounts of food,

pick a smaller refrigerator for your home. Selecting a fridge that is

just enough for your needs lets you make the most of your

electricity consumption.

NATURALLY DRY YOUR CLOTHES UNDER THE SUN

(as much as the weather will allow you to)

Not only will you be able to minimize the use of the electric dryer,

but it also helps you maintain your clothes longer since you eliminate

the possibility of clothes shrinking due to rapid drying.

PROVIDE TASK LIGHTING OVER YOUR WORKING DESK

Providing task lighting over your working desk lets you have

sufficient light while working or studying for an exam without

lighting up the entire room. This helps you reduce the amount of

electricity you consume when staying up late at night.