In today’s world, whether you are using a renewable electricity service or one that is producing its power through conventional nuclear means, you still need to know how to save electricity. And this of course means that you need to start developing good habits, not just for the high electricity time period but also for every day use.
If You Aren’t Using It; Turn It off
If you are not using it, turn it off as even small appliances that are left running will add up in your electricity bill. This means turning off the following when they are not in use:
- Coffee makers
- VCR and DVD players
- Cable box
- Printers and Scanners
- Lights
- Televisions
- Computers
- Laptops
- Microwaves
This also includes just about any other type of small appliance that has a clock, digital readout, or is ready to use at any time. These small appliances actually do utilize electricity, so be the teacher and demonstrate good habits for family and turn off the DVD and VCR player, game boxes and other conveniences; you will actually save electricity!!
Many of these types of conveniences actually draw electricity even if they are still plugged into an electrical outlet. So if you are really looking to save on the electric bell, unplug these conveniences and you will save even more.
Of course there are other habits you need to incorporate within your family in order to make regular use of electricity affordable. When your children or your family members forget to turn off the light in the bathroom, bedroom, or even possibly the hallway, remember to send them back to do it themselves. Don’t turn off the lights anymore if they forget, make them get up and go do it. In this way they will begin to incorporate good electricity habits into their normal lifestyle. Saving electricity by going solar!
