Written By: Shubham Verma | By: Shubham Verma | Published: May 13, 2024, 01:36 PM (IST)
No need to pay high electricity bills! How to reduce energy consumption
High electricity bills are worry most consumers, especially in summers when the usage is at peak. Here are some ways to reduce your electricity consumption.
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Buy Electrical appliances with a 5-Star BEE Rating
The higher the BEE rating, the less electricity the product is likely to consume. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency rates every electrical according to the power it consumes, which is why buying electrical appliances with a 5-star rating is advisable. However, customers need to keep in mind that 5-star rated products are more expensive than their counterparts with lower ratings.
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Switch to LED bulbs and lights
Those still using conventional yellow bulbs and light rods should switch to the LED technology as it consumes 80 percent less energy than incandescent bulbs. LED bulbs and lights also last longer than the conventional lighting solutions.
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Switch off lights when not in use
A simple way to save electricity is to switch off electrical appliances and bulbs when they are not in use. To ensure no electricity is consumed, make sure the appliances are plugged off entirely from the socket.
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Avoid standby mode
Several electronic appliances continue to consume electricity even when they are in standby mode. It is better to unplug them or use power strips with on/off switches.
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Go for less power-consuming appliances.
Most kitchen appliances, such as microwave oven, use a lot of electricity. If not necessary, do not use these appliances. Instead, go for alternatives such as a pressure cooker or a toaster whenever possible.
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Decrease electronics to person ratio
Sitting in a room with more people prevents the use of electronics unnecessarily. Individual appliances consume more power, which should be avoided to save electricity.
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Wash clothes in cold water
If possible, wash clothes in cold water even when using washing machines. Heating water requires a lot of energy, which can be avoided by switching to regular or cold water for a wash.
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Get a programmable thermostat
Using a thermostat allows setting the temperature in home to automatically adjust when there is no one or members are asleep.