As the saying goes, "the economy has to 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 you use. How muchof them you got? five? ten? twenty? yes, and you're probably surprised by that amount. Let's see who counts more. 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 ordinary people's homes. Initially, there was only a pear that is not recommended for eating, that is, a bulb. By the way, we still talk about electricity simply: "I have to pay for the light", as if only the light bulbs work in our apartments. But that time has passed. Tape recorders, TVs . . . computers . . . microwave ovens have started to appear in families. iPhones, iPads, iPods, iPads and other electricity ai - eaters.
Why we need to save electricity
The first reason: it costs money, and the money will be useful to us not only for paying electricity bills.
The second reason: to obtain electricity, as a rule, consumes certain natural resources. We, the people, the consumers, are still the same: we take resources, but we do not replenish them. Then 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 those electrical appliances that are not needed at the moment. For example, while you are at home or in an apartment, do not turn on the light when possible. Be sure to turn off unnecessary light sources. The same can be said for a TV or computer. Don't leave them on "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 claimed that most electrical appliances that are in standby mode also consume a lot of electricity. Sometimes the difference between waiting and working for consumption is almost the same. Try to exclude what is unnecessary at the moment.
- Use daylight. Many people turn on electric lighting, often just out of habit, even when it's still bright enough outside. Try to break this habit.
- Energy efficient light bulbs. This is another opportunity to save energy. They consume several times less electricity than incandescent bulbs. The life of such bulbs (not counterfeits) is five to seven times longer than ordinary ones. Although there are still many questions about the use of energy saving lamps.
- A day-night counter, or more precisely a two-tariff meter, will allow you to save a lot of money. If you have already installed it, switch to a night lifestyle. joke! But you can still change something. For example, why not turn on the washing machine at night, it will turn off later. If you are a fan of ironing everything in your wardrobe, from sheets to ties, you can do it to save money during the action of the cheap tariff. So what do you think.
- Save electricity when using electrical appliances. Do you cook sausages on an electric stove? Why pour a large pot full of water. Also when boiling water in an electric kettle. You need a cup of tea, do not boil a full kettle. Do not allow the iron to heat up. Modern irons, as a rule, are ready for use within 30 seconds - a minute after turning on. And you can turn off the iron a few minutes before the end of work. It cools much longer than it heats up. Refrigerator. If you do not put hot pots in it, it will eat less electricity. Also, try to place the refrigerator away from radiators.
So, the advice is received. But they will not be useful if you do not revive them. Try using at least a few soon. Be sure to compare the meter readings later.