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How to save energy

Energy saving tips. How to save energy consumption. How to save electricity and fuel.

How to save energy consumption. How to save electricity and fuel.

Reduce fuel consumption

  • Buy a car with low fuel consumption

  • Avoid high acceleration / deceleration driving.

  • Avoid driving with high motor RPM.

  • Drive with highest gear possible.

  • Reduce baggage weight

  • Close the windows

  • When driving look ahead to avoid unnecessary accelerations and decelerations.

  • Avoid driving during traffic jams.

  • Avoid unnecessary car driving.

  • Keep tires with optimal air pressure.

  • Do car maintenance on time.

  • Plan your driving route to minimize the distance.

  • Take the bus / train

  • Walk

Reduce electricity consumption

  • Use Energy Star qualified appliances.

  • Buy appliances with low power consumption.

  • Check the temperature insulation of your house.

  • Turn off appliances and gadgets that are in stand by state.

  • Set air conditioner's thermostat to moderate temperature.

  • Use air conditioner's heating instead of radiator.

  • Use air conditioner locally in the room instead of the whole house.

  • Use a fan instead of air conditioner.

  • Avoid opening frequently the refrigerator door.

  • Leave enough space between the refrigerator and the wall to allow ventilation.

  • Turn off the light when you leave the room.

  • Install presence detector to turn lighting off when leaving the room.

  • Use low power light bulbs.

  • Decrease washing machine water temperature.

  • Use shorter washing machine program.

  • Fill the washing machine / dryer / dishwasher before operation.

  • Wear clothes that fit the current temperature.

  • Use the stairs instead of elevator.

  • Set energy saving features in the computer's operating system control panel.

  • Hang the laundry to dry instead of using the dryer.

  • Go to sleep early.

  • Install solar water heater system.

  • Reduce water heater temperature

  • Use sunlight instead of artificial light.

  • Buy LCD/LED TV instead of plasma.

  • Disconnect electrical charger when it finishes charge.

  • Install solar panel on your roof to generate electricity.