We all learned about the renewable and non-renewable sources of energy in faculty. However, we never paid much attention to the quick consumption of the non-renewable sources of energy till lately. The world is faced with severe energy crisis now and none of us remain untouched any more. Should we leave everything to the central authorities, or are we do something to save power? The solution is simple: we can.

Let us look at how you to save power at home.

Computer: more frequently than not, we do not switch off our monitors even after we’ve got shut down our computers. Keep the monitor and the computer switched off when you are not using them. Start practicing this even when at work. You will help save some more power for the world.

Light bulbs : You must have seen compact fluorescent light ( CFL ) bulbs being publicized all the time. You have to have even used them at times. As a power-saving measure, start using the CFL light bulbs as much as you can. If you are thinking they are dearer than the regular bulbs, the benefits of the CFL bulbs will prove much more cost-effective in the long turn by the quantity of power they can save.

Air Conditioner : Set the temperature at the minimum or maximum best you are comfortable with, depending on the season. Try not to set it at too high or too low temperatures. Setting the air conditioner at reasonable temperatures helps save a large amount of energy.

Washing Machines : Do you use your washing machine as often as you want? Do you use your washing machine even when there aren’t enough garments to wash? Minimize the amount of washes by washing full load of clothes each time.

Television : Take off the power plug of your television set when not using it. This will not sound a big thing but this little step will help save power.

Geysers : Keep the geyser thermostat at the minimum heat. You do not need to heat the water at a very high temperature or for too long.

Refrigerator: Bring hot food to room temperatures before placing it into the refrigerator. You can also save power by taking cold or frozen food out of the refrigerator much before the mealtime, thus saving power in heating it.

Car : For an air-conditioner provided vehicle, pull up the windows of your automobile before switching on the air-conditioner.

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