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How to Save Electricity


How to save electricity?. We all need to use it; but it's also easy to waste.

Fortunately, there are simple steps we can all take to reduce our electricity consumption, and save on electricity bills.

how to save electricity

  • Unplug appliances when not in use. Use power strips and turn them off with a single switch.
  • A useful electricity saver tool: have a home energy audit.
  • Become electricity conscious; turn off lights you're not using.
  • Use Energy Star appliances. Buy the latest model fridge you can afford. Older model refrigerators can be big energy users
  • Replace incandescent lightbulbs with energy saver light bulbs (cfl light bulbs)
  • Be power frugal in the kitchen. Use your toaster oven to cook your fish fingers, rather than using your oven.
  • Plan electricity use for off-peak times.
  • Use your air conditioner less in summer.
  • Wash your clothes in cold water, and air dry your laundry.
  • Invest in an electricity usage meter, to see which appliances are energy hogs.
  • Investigate new solar power resources.

Check out hints and tips below from readers like you on how to lower your electric bill.


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