As they say, "the economy must be economical", so today I want to talk about how to save electricity. Why do I need this? - you ask. And just try to count all the electrical appliances in the apartment that you use. How many have you received? Five? Ten? Twenty? Yes, you are probably surprised by this amount yourself. Let's see who matters most. Reflect your calculations and the list of devices in the comments. Let's see who has more!
Previously, there were far fewer electrical appliances in the homes of ordinary people. At first there was only a pear, which is not recommended to eat, that is, a bulb. Moreover, we still speak of electricity simply: "I should pay for the light", as if only the light bulbs were working in our apartments. But that time has passed. In families began to appear tape recorders, televisions. . . computers. . . microwave ovens. . . iPhones, iPads, iPods, iPads and other electrical devices.
Why we need to save electricity
The first reason: it costs money, and the money will be useful to us not only to pay the electricity bills.
The second reason: to get electricity, as a rule, some natural resources are spent. We, the people, the consumers are always the same: we take resources, but we do not replenish them. So let's at least save money.
How to save electricity
This article contains only a few tips on how you can save energy. So let's go!
- Used - off. Practice turning off electrical appliances that you and your family don't need right now. For example, at home or in an apartment, do not turn on the light whenever possible. Remember to turn off unnecessary light sources. The same can be said for a TV or a computer. Don't leave them on "just in case". This "just in case" will then slip into your pocket along with a receipt for utility bills. In addition, a recent study claimed that most electrical devices in standby mode also consume a lot of electricity. Sometimes the difference between waiting and working to consume is about the same. Try to unplug what is unnecessary at the moment.
- Use daylight. Many people turn on electric lights, often like this, out of habit, even when it is still quite bright outside. Try to break this habit.
- Energy saving light bulbs. This is another opportunity to save energy. They consume several times less electricity than incandescent bulbs. The life of these bulbs (not fake ones) is five to seven times longer than regular bulbs. Although there are still many questions regarding the use of energy saving lamps.
- A day-night meter, or more exactly a two-tariff meter, will save you a lot of money. If you've already installed it, switch to a nightlife mode. To joke! But, you can always change something. For example, why not turn on the washing machine at night, it will turn off later. If you're a fan of ironing everything in your wardrobe, from linens to laces, you can also do this in order to save money during the cheap tariff action. So what do you think.
- Save electricity when using electrical appliances. Do you cook sausages on the electric stove? Why pour a large pot full of water. Also when you boil water in an electric kettle. You need a cup of tea, don't boil a full kettle. Do not let the iron heat up. As a rule, modern irons are ready for use within 30 seconds - one minute after switching on. And you can turn off the iron a few minutes before the end of the operation. It cools much longer than it heats up. Fridge. If you don't put pots in it, it will eat less current. Also, try to locate the refrigerator away from heaters.
Thus, tips are received. But they will be of little use if you do not keep them alive. Try to use at least a few soon. Remember to compare the meter readings later.