7 Good and Proper Ways to Save Electricity, Wise Ways to Protect the Earth

Kapanlagi.com - Electricity is indeed a necessity that humans have today. It's no wonder that many household items use electricity. Although it facilitates all activities, electricity can also make our expenses skyrocket, especially if used unwisely. This can be detrimental to us and even to the earth we live on. So it's important to know how to save electricity properly.

Electricity is currently used for all aspects of life, from studying, working, to even enjoying entertainment, which is now done using electricity. Even during the current pandemic, many people are doing activities at home and using a lot of electricity. From working, doing household chores, eating, to enjoying entertainment.

So, how can we save electricity properly and wisely? For that, according to various sources, here are 7 good and proper ways to save electricity. Let's check them out, KLovers.

1. Replace Regular Bulbs with LED Bulbs

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The first way to save electricity is by replacing regular bulbs with LED bulbs. This type of bulb is more energy-efficient because it doesn't require heating time, and LED bulbs are also more durable than incandescent bulbs.

In fact, LED bulbs are very safe to use at home. Although they are more expensive than regular bulbs, it turns out that a certain brand of 7-watt LED bulb is equivalent to a 60-watt incandescent bulb. Wow, that's really wasteful, isn't it, KLovers?

Moreover, there are now LED bulbs available that are equipped with wireless operation technology that can be activated according to desired settings. So, even though you have to spend more money, you can save electricity and have better lighting.

2. Avoid Electronics Being On While Sleeping

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When we sleep, most people will turn on various types of electronic devices, one of which is the television. However, this is certainly a bad habit, KLovers. Because sleeping with electronic devices that are still on will consume a lot of electricity and even increase the electricity bill. It is better to check all electronic devices in your house before rushing to sleep. In addition, it is also beneficial to avoid the danger of fire.

3. Turn on the Lights Only When Necessary

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Even when using LED lights, it is better to only turn on the lights when necessary. It is even better to use natural sunlight for illumination during the day. Natural lighting from sunlight can be used to save electricity. In addition to saving lights during the day, make sure various corners of the house are accessible to sunlight to get good natural light.

4. Unplug the Cable from the Outlet When Not in Use

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One common bad habit that many people do is unconsciously using electricity continuously by leaving the cable of electronic devices connected to the outlet when not in use. Even though it is not being used, it turns out that the cable connected to the outlet, such as a charger cable, still conducts electricity.

Therefore, this causes the electricity to be wasted. If you like to do this, it is better not to do it, KLovers. You can unplug all electrical currents, especially when you will be away from home for a long time. This also reduces the risk of explosions that can cause short circuits and fires.

5. Setting Usage of Electronic Devices with High Power

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There are several electronic devices that do have high power when used. Usually, electronic devices that use high power include air conditioners, rice cookers, ovens, irons, washing machines, and many more.

Of course, the amount of electricity needed for each electronic device needs to be carefully considered so that you can be wiser in managing its usage according to your needs. There are many ways to consider the use of electronic devices with high power, for example, when you are going on a long trip, turn off the air conditioner or rice cooker.

In addition, choosing an iron with automatic heat control can be an option. The use of water heaters and coolers in a dispenser actually consumes more electricity than air conditioners and refrigerators. Therefore, you have to be wiser in using the above devices.

6. Use Electricity with a Pulse System

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Although the State Electricity Company (PLN) has mandated the use of electricity with a pulse system, there are still some people who use meters. However, it turns out that electricity with a pulse system can save more compared to using meters.

This is because electricity with a pulse uses a prepaid system, so the amount of electricity usage can be determined by the user at the beginning. Whereas with meters, we cannot measure how much electricity we have used. Therefore, using electricity tokens can allow us to manage our electricity expenses and prevent them from increasing.

7. Do Not Turn On Unused Electronic Devices

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And finally, do not turn on electronic devices that are not being used. Usually, many of us use electronic devices excessively, such as turning on the computer along with the television or using the cellphone along with the television. This will certainly make you wasteful in terms of electricity usage.

It is advisable to be wise in using electronic devices, such as choosing one that will be used. Turn off lights during the day, turn off the bathroom light when it's not in use, and don't constantly plug in the rice cooker just to keep the rice warm.

Those are 7 good and appropriate ways to save electricity, not only reducing expenses but also protecting the earth from global warming.

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