Energy-saving tips
It is always a good idea to use less energy and water. With small, simple changes, you can acquire new and good habits that are good for both the climate - and your electricity bill.
Generally
- Switch to LED and low-energy lamps
- Turn off the lights when you leave the room
- Turn off the TV, computer, and electronics that are not in use - avoid standby mode
- Unplug chargers that are not in use
- Multiple sockets with a circuit-breaker make it easy to turn off several devices and chargers at once
In the kitchen
- When boiling water, use a kettle or a saucepan with the lid on
- Make sure the pots and pans are the same size as the hobs you are using
- Allow the food to cool before putting it in the fridge/freezer
- Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator instead of in the microwave
In the bathroom
- Turn off the water while brushing your teeth
- Shower quickly and efficiently - turn off the water when soaping up
- Report faults such as a dripping tap or leaking toilet.
In the laundry room
- Air your clothes, wash only when necessary
- Make sure the machine is full when washing
- Don’t wash at an overly high temperature, 30–40 degrees is enough if clothes are only lightly soiled
- If you have time, run the Eco program
- Use a drying cabinet rather than a tumble dryer (your clothes will also last longer)
- If you have space, dry your clothes on a drying rack at home