Tips That Can Save You Energy 03.02.2016

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Every day innumerable amount of raw materials are converted into products and resources. Products that are mandatory on our shopping list and the resources that have become an essential part our life. One of the resources we utilize the most is energy, be it in the form of heating or light and the question often arises in our mind, is there anything that I can do to save energy? Because in this era, saving energy also means saving money and we can save a substantial amount if we take the right approach.

Some people tend to believe in a conjecture that they can only save enough by spending an absurd amount of money on latest upgrades, it’s true that major energy saving techniques will cost you but there are still some cheap and simple lifestyle changes you could make to save energy and money.

1. Heat or Cool Your Home Efficiently

We utilize most of the energy in heating or cooling our house. Using your windows, shades and drapes wisely can result in quick heating or cooling while saving you energy as well; use them to gain sun’s heat in winter and to block it during summer. Another way to save energy is using your thermostat efficiently, only by dropping the temperature by 8 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit while you are away from home or asleep can save you around ten percent annually. If you don’t want to change your thermostat settings all the time, you should consider spending in a programmable thermostat which remembers and programs itself according to its usage and then you don’t have to program it as it will adjust itself to your needs. Sealing the gaps and leaks around the house is a low-cost energy saving method of saving energy, this will obstruct loss of cold or hot air.

2. Use Your Kitchen Like a Pro

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Kitchen is probably the room which utilizes most energy when compared to other rooms. Not only does cooking and ventilating require energy but the fridge is another energy devouring machine. Ovens consume a lot of gas as well so make sure that the amount of food you are baking is worth spending the energy. Why not bake more than one meal and use the microwave to heat it later? Ovens don’t provide us the freedom to heat the shelves independently so why not use the heat? If it’s winter season then you can also use the heat produced in the oven to heat your house, just leave its door open and don’t use the ventilation after you are done cooking. Adjust your fridge’s settings according to the weather and let the hot edibles cool down outside before you place them inside the fridge. Check your fridge’s sealing because if the cold air is escaping, then you are wasting a whole lot of energy. Do this by putting a paper and closing the door on it, if it easily slips out then it means your cold air is escaping and you need to get the sealing changed.

3. Lighting and Other Appliances

Choose your light bulbs wisely, if your house still has old incandescent bulbs, then it’s time to change them with CFL and LED bulbs. Yes, changing them will cost you money but it’s still worth it because the energy and money saving is drastic. Try not to leave your television or computer on standby when you know you won’t be using them for a long time and unplug them even if they are turned off. If you have a water heater, set its temperature around 120 degrees Fahrenheit. It won’t make your baths uncomfortable but cut back on your energy bills.