Simple things that you could do to Save Energy

At your home:

• Convince the family members to switch of fans & lights when leaving the room
• Switch of bright lights or use dimmers while watching TV
• Use electronic fan regulators to speed control
• Use fluorescent lamps in place of incandescent lamps
• Don’t overload or underload your Washing machine
• If you are in Florida dry your clothes in sunlight whenever possible
• When you want to Cook or Iron clothes, plan in advance to minimize idle time
• Buy only Energy Star certified appliances

When you drive:

• Proper driving techniques can make a 20% difference in fuel economy
• Before starting or moving your vehicle, make sure that hand brake is released
• It is better to park the car in the farthest space, even you have walk longer
• Fast driving & fuel economy does not go together. Optimum speed is 25 -40 mph
• Do not use Brake, unless it is really necessary
• Choose a proper route to drive especially in peak hours
• A poorly maintained vehicle consumes 15% more fuel for the same travel distance
• Take care of the following: Tire pressure, correct Spark plugs & its timing, Clean Air Filter, Wheel alignment & Brake drag

If you work at an Industry:

• Conduct an energy audit, identify areas of energy savings & prioritize the actions
• Convince staff to stop idling machinery immediately
• Replace old motors & power driven machines after their normal life-span
• Fit maximum demand controllers so that you can monitor consumption
• Create energy cost awareness to all employees, if possible for every plant activity

At your Office:

• Utilize natural light & natural air flow, if available & utilizable
• Replace to digital type thermostat, if your office still uses the old mercury type
• Utilize occupancy sensors for the office cabins & meeting rooms
• Convince staff to be watchful on gas & electricity waste as part of best practices