Why is it worth saving electricity?
- Costs - this is our main driving force. According to the research conducted by the Institute for Market and Social Research, Poles are mainly motivated to save electricity by its costs - 86 percent. The second most important factor is concern for the natural environment (72 percent). For more than half of the respondents (53%), the reason for saving electricity is independence from raw materials from Russia. Nearly 70 percent of respondents plan to pay more attention to electricity consumption than in previous years.
Energy transformation requires the simultaneous involvement of everyone - from EU institutions and national governments, through business and energy, to households. Thus, the so-called the average citizen also has a real influence on change. Without losing anything on it. On the contrary - only gaining.
In summer, however, we think about saving energy a little less. After all, the days are long, so we do not need to illuminate the rooms in the house so much, and the heating season is still ahead of us. Contrary to appearances, there are many ways you can implement, also during the holiday season.
Air conditioning consumes a lot of energy, so try to use it in a thoughtful way.
Use air conditioning rationally
In hot weather, it is difficult to withstand not only outside, but also at home. For people who work remotely or just want to relax - air conditioning is like a godsend. This one, however, "eats up" a lot of energy - so how and when to use it?
To reduce the temperature a bit, it is worth at least partially closing the curtains or blinds. Especially those on the south side.
Only open windows wide at night, when it is cooler. During the day, you let hot air into the apartment.
In the future, it is also worth investing in proper roof and wall insulation. This is a one-time significant expense, but it will pay for itself quickly - both in the heating season and in the summer. You can also shade the balcony - you can do it with a classic awning or even an umbrella.However, plants that provide a bit of shade and liven up the view are also perfect.
The awning will be useful especially on balconies and terraces facing the south exposure.
Unplug devices
When you go on vacation,disconnect the maximum number of devices in the house.First of all, TV, microwave, computers, washing machine - when not in use, they work in sleep mode, however still drawing electricity. You can also disconnect the refrigerator as long as you have emptied it beforehand.
Also remember not toleave any chargers plugged into the sockets.Leaving them during storms is risky.
Before we go on vacation, disconnect as many electrical devices as possible from the power supply.
Turn off the light
Seemingly obvious, but we often forget about it.It is especially costly to leave the lights on for a few days when we go on vacation. Before leaving the apartment, check not only the rooms, but also places such as the garage, basement, attic, gazebo. Also teach the children to turn off the light after themselves.
You can also think about installing lighting on the photocell.Thanks to this, the lamps will generate electricity only when you are actually in the room.
With what the shell will soak up when young … The rest of this proverb is well known to everyone. By teaching children to be economical, we will save a fortune.
Replace bulbs with LED ones
LED technology offers high energy efficiency. This means that it is an excellent light source with little energy consumption. LED lighting is also more durable than conventional incandescent lamps. And while the cost of bulbs of this type is higher when purchased,is more economical in the long run.
LED lighting lasts longer than traditional incandescent bulbs.
Use solar devices in the garden
Solar devices recharge thanks to solar energy, so they will also help you reduce electricity consumption. Instead of incandescent bulbs, they have LED diodes, thanks to which they give a warm, pleasant light. You can also choose a variant with a motion sensor. This will make the lamps only light when you are in the garden.
However, remember to place solar devices in sunny places. Otherwise, they will not be able to fully recharge, and as a result, their efficiency will drop.
Solar cells are becoming more efficient every year. Currently, even a small photovoltaic can illuminate quite a large garden.
Do you want to know more ways to save electricity?
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