As they say, "the economy must be economic", so today I want to talk about how to save electricity. Why do I need this? - you ask. And try to count all the appliances in the apartment that you use. How many of them did you get? Five? Ten? Twenty? Yes, you are probably surprised by this amount. Let's see who counts the most. Reflect your calculations and device list in the comments. Let's see who has more!
Previously, there were far fewer electrical appliances in ordinary people's homes. At first there was only one pear, which is not recommended to eat, that is, a light bulb. By the way, we are still talking about electricity simply: "I should pay for the electricity", as if only the light bulbs in our apartments worked. But that time has passed. Recorders, televisions began to appear in families. . . computers . . . microwave ovens. . . iPhones, iPads, iPods, iPads, and other electrical gadgets.
Why do we need to save electricity
The first reason: it costs money, and the money will not only help us pay our electricity bills.
The second reason: to obtain electricity, as a rule, certain natural resources are spent. We, the people, the consumers, remain the same: we take resources, but we do not replace them. So let's at least save money.
How to save electricity
This article contains just a few tips on how you can save energy. So, let's go!
- Used - off. Train yourself and your family members to turn off electrical appliances that are not needed at this time. For example, while you are at home or in an apartment, do not turn on the light whenever possible. Be sure to turn off unnecessary light sources. The same can be said for a television or a computer. Don't leave them in "just in case". This "just in case" will slip into your pocket along with a receipt for utility bills. In addition, there was a recent study that stated that most electrical appliances that are in standby mode also consume a lot of electricity. Sometimes the difference between waiting and working to consume is practically the same. Try to disconnect what is not necessary at this time.
- Use daylight. Many people turn on the electric light, often like this, out of habit, even when there is still enough light outside. Try to break this habit.
- Energy saving lightbulbs. This is another opportunity to save energy. They consume electricity several times less than incandescent bulbs. The lifespan of such (non-dummy) bulbs is five to seven times longer than normal ones. Although there are still many doubts about the use of energy-saving lamps.
- A day and night meter, or more correctly a two-tariff meter, will save you a lot of money. If you already have it installed, switch to a nightlife lifestyle. Joke! But you can still change something. For example, why not turn on the washing machine at night? It will turn itself off later. If you're a fan of ironing everything in your closet, from sheets to laces, you can also do it in order to save money during the cheap rate action. So what do you think.
- Save electricity by using household appliances. Do you cook sausages on the electric stove? Why pour a large pot full of water? Also when boiling water in an electric kettle. You need a cup of tea, don't boil a full kettle. Don't let the iron get hot. Modern irons, as a rule, are ready to use in 30 seconds, one minute after turning them on. And you can turn off the iron a couple of minutes before the end of the operation. It cools much longer than it heats up. Refrigerator. If you do not put hot pots in it, it will consume less current. Also, try to place the refrigerator away from radiators.
So, tips are received. But they will be of little use if you don't give them life. Try to use at least a few soon. Don't forget to compare your meter readings later.