There is never any valid reason to waste energy, but most people do it on a daily basis. Homeowners and families consistently use up power for reasons that are no good at all. It is important to learn the common ways people waste energy to address this problem.
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2. There is never any valid reason to waste energy, but most people do it on a daily basis.
Homeowners and families consistently use up power for reasons that are no good at all. It
is important to learn the common ways people waste energy to address this problem.
The Plague of Plugging In
One of the most notorious energy wasters is keeping appliances plugged in when they are
not being used. Electrical devices that have an external power supply will still use power
even when turned off. Computer speakers, mobile phone chargers, as well as appliances
that have LED, light, and LCD panels will still use electricity.
The Role of Leaks and Drafts
Leaks in the home also waste a large amount of power. According to the US Department of
Energy, drafts can waste anywhere from about 5%-30 % of the home’s total energy
usage. It is always advisable to look for leaks near windows, doors, and the attic. One of
the best energy saving tasks a homeowner can do is to seal and weather strip cracks and
openings on the outside.
3. Sticking to the Old
Old appliances or those that have been in
homes for 15 years or more can also waste
energy. This is because electricity prices
are not the same as when that 15-year-old
washing machine or fridge made its market
debut. It is likely that those appliances are
using a lot more power than a newer one.
While most homeowners think that they
can save money by not purchasing an
energy-efficient appliance, they are
actually wasting more on the cost of
electricity.
The Value of Energy Audits
Energy audits refer to the evaluation of a
facility, with a goal to provide homeowners
easy to understand technical information
about proposed energy conservation
measures. This will also help address the
energy issues that weigh down a power
bill. Home energy audits can uncover
hidden energy wasters, save money, and
increase comfort.
4. Saving energy is actually easy. The only problem is, some people just do not care
about the way they use electricity. Being mindful about using home appliances and
getting an energy audit can go a long way in saving utility bills, as well the
environment.
Resources:
http://www.aerolitegroup.com
http://gogreeninyourhome.com/how-to-save-electricity/appliances-still-use-power-
when-turned-off/
http://energy.gov/eere/why-energy-efficiency-upgrades
