How to reduce the load on the power system during rush hour? How to reduce bills? How to prepare for winter and what to pay attention to first of all?
To reduce the load on the power system during the most intense peak hours, and not only, first of all, it is necessary to change the approach and time of using the most energy-intensive devices. On each of them, the manufacturer indicates the power consumption data. Among the leaders are a hob (7.5 kWh), a drying machine (3.3 kWh), an oven (2.5-4 kWh). It is enough to reduce their use or turn them on outside of peak hours.
How to save money on home appliances
A little about the boiler. Its power consumption is from 1.5 kWh to 2.5 kWh. Experts recommend heating water immediately before use:
“If the boiler is on 24/7, it significantly increases energy consumption, and hot water is still used only when necessary. For example, to take a shower or wash dishes.”
Sometimes it is useful to replace the vacuum cleaner with an ordinary broom, as this device consumes from 1.4 kWh to 2.5 kWh. You can, if possible, limit the use of hair dryers, curling irons, irons (1 kWh – 2.2 kWh) and other hair styling devices.
The dishwasher consumes between 0.8 and 1.9 kWh, so consider whether it is always necessary to turn it on. It is better not to use an energy-intensive electric stove to heat food – a microwave will do it faster and at a lower cost.
It would be nice if air conditioners and heaters were turned on only at night, when consumption is significantly reduced, and the nightly tariff would help save a lot in this case. A washing machine with a “delayed wash” function can be programmed to start at night. It is also good to charge batteries and other energy storage systems at night.
It is easy to reduce the energy consumption of lamps and lamps – you just need to replace incandescent lamps (from 0.1 kWh) with LED lamps (from 0.009 kWh), and turn on the light only in the room where people are.
The main “devourers” of energy (in kWh):
- hob – 7.5
- electric oven – 2.5-4
- “warm floor” – 3.8
- dryer – 3.2-3.4
- air conditioning – 2.2 – 3.37
- vacuum cleaner – 1.4 – 2.5
- oil heater – 1.5 – 2.5
- boiler – 1.5 – 2.5
- electric kettle – 1.5 – 2.4
- hair dryer, iron – 1 – 2.4
- washing machine – 1.8 – 2.3
- dishwasher – 0.8 – 1.9
- microwave – 0.7 – 1.2
- coffee maker – 1 – 1.2
- refrigerator – 1
How to keep warm in the house
Heat conservation is an important element in reducing electricity consumption. Double-glazed windows are good helpers. If they are not there, you should take care of the window seals, reliably closing all the cracks. Also make sure that there are no gaps between the door leaf and the door frames. If they are, then a sealant should be glued around the perimeter of the door frames.
If you have batteries, you can install a heat-reflecting screen at the back, as well as move furniture away from them, remove curtains, that is, maximize access for the outflow of warm air. Even if you are against carpeting, at least cover the floor in those rooms where you will spend more time in winter.
And in anticipation of cold weather, you need to warm not only the apartment, but also yourself, your loved ones. The wardrobe should already have warm socks, sweaters, thermal underwear, blankets and blankets. Winter promises to be cold and difficult, warns “European Truth”.
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