SUMMER TIPS

While it is true that we do need to keep our homes and offices cool during the summer months, there are simple things we can do to ensure that we do not consume more than is absolutely necessary in these months. Doing this will not only help reduce your carbon footprint, but also save you money by reducing your bills. In addition to implementing the energy saving tips of the heroes campaign, we also recommend that you do the following:

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  Turn the AC off in rooms that you are not using and close the doors.

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  Although we need AC in the summer, please switch it off when you go out of the house or on holiday. If you want to keep you AC on while you are away, then we recommend that you set it to over 28 degrees celsius for long periods of time

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  Close all windows to keep cool air from escaping while the AC is switched on

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  If you have a ceiling or a standing fan at home, please use it instead of the AC when you can.

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  Close your curtains or blinds to keep out direct sunlight , your home will be much cooler as a result.

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  Switch off your water heater in the summer if you don’t need it. Many households have a water tank outdoors, which gets heated directly by the sun, meaning you do not need to use your water heater.

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  Hang your clothes out to dry in the summer sun instead of using a dryer. It will be much faster, and will save you energy and money as well.

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  Switch off all your appliances at the plug when you leave on your summer holidays. You may not realize that when you leave your appliances on, they are actually consuming energy even though you’re not using them.

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  Avoid using high energy consuming devices such as washing machines and dryers during the hottest part of the day (noon and afternoon), which is the peak time for electricity consumption.