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General
· Unplug electrical appliances when not in use – some appliances use electricity even when turned off.
· Draught proof windows and doors.
Fridges
· Ensure there is ventilation space at the back of all fridges (at least 1 inch\2cm) – increases heat exchanging efficiency.
· Ensure cooling fins\pipes on back of fridge are clean – increases heat exchanging efficiency.
· Defrost and clean fridges regularly – increases cooling efficiency.
· Allow hot food to cool before placing in the fridge – don’t waste electricity cooling hot food.
· Put the fridge in a cool area – there is no need to waste electricity cooling a fridges that is being heated by the sun or another appliance.
· Set the fridge thermostat to the correct level – most fridges do not need to be set below zero degrees centigrade.
· Check the seals of the fridge – close the fridge door trapping a sheet of paper – can you pull the piece of paper out with NO resistance? If yes, the seal is not 100% OK and you are wasting electricity by letting cool air escape from the fridge.
· Leave the fridge door open for as little time as possible – don’t waste electricity cooling hot air when you close the door again.
Cooking
· Match pan size to cooker burner\heating element.
· Thaw foods naturally.
· A microwave uses about half the energy of a conventional cooker – use a microwave where possible.
Dishwasher
· Ensure dishwasher is full before using.
Lights
· Replace ‘standard’ bulbs with compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs.
Air Conditioning
· Open windows at opposite ends of a house to create air flow (natural air conditioning).
· Regularly clean air filters to increase air conditioning efficiency.
· Use fans to assist ‘natural air-flow’ then adjust the air conditioning.
· Use cool evening air to cool premises before customers arrive.
· Check air ducting, particularly joints, for leaks.
Computers
· Turn computer monitors off when not in use.
· Turn photocopiers off at night or when not in use.
· Configure PCs to ‘hibernate’ or ‘go to sleep’BB8138044
· Turn off your PC printer – how often do you use the printer?
Heating
· Turn the water heating down – how often do you add cold water to hot water? Adding cold water to hot water is a waste of money.
Tumble Dryers
· Clean the filter before each drying session to increase drying efficiency.
Links
‘Go Green – Save Money’ Home Page
Domestic Electricity Bills – Facts And Figures
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