<< continued from tips to conserve energy & save money
Energy can be conserved in day-to-day life by making small and simple changes in the way we use devices. Here are a few tips that can help achieve results, without compromising on your lifestyle.
Heating and cooling systems
- Use a ceiling fan or table fan rather than an air-conditioner wherever possible since it costs you close to 30 paisa an hour to operate against Rs. 10 for an airconditioner.
- Set the temperature of the air-conditioner to 25 degrees centigrade since 3-5 % of energy is consumed to reduce the temperature by one degree.
- Use the timer facility of air-conditioner and leave the unit off for some time since a good air-conditioner shall require only half an hour to dehumidify and the cool the room.
- Clean the filter of the air-conditioner regularly to reduce consumption of energy.
- If the air conditioner is old then cost of replacing the unit might work out cheaper than repairing and maintaining the old unit.
- While buying new electrical equipment, opt for the highest star rated energy saving device.
- Reduce the temperature setting of water heaters from 60 degrees centigrade to 50 degrees. You can save 15-20% of energy required to heat the water at high temperature.
- Insulate the pipes of water heaters to minimize the loss of heat especially when the pipe is running through unheated areas.
- As a long-term solution and future investment use solar water heating systems rather than conventional water heaters.
Cooking systems
- Refrigerators should be placed away from sources of heat, including direct sunlight, radiators, and appliances such as the oven and cooking range.
- Refrigerator motors and compressors generate heat. Hence allow enough space for continuous airflow in and around refrigerator to make it more efficient.
- Do not stack the refrigerator full; keep some free area inside for air circulation.
- Allow hot and warm food to cool down before putting it in refrigerator. Also cover food items.
- Use the microwave oven, which consumes close to 50% less energy as compared to a regular oven, especially if the quantity of food is less.
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