Energies

Use natural light

It is the easiest way to save energy. Often we deprive ourselves of sunlight by draping our windows with too thick curtains, blocking them with furniture, or painting the walls a color that absorbs light.

Add light fixtures

Chandeliers, floor lamps, table lamps, sconces… – it’s proven that the more light sources you have in your home, the more likely you are to turn on only the lights you really need at that moment.

Turn off electronic equipment

The TV, DVD player, and computer, even in sleep mode, waste energy. The pedantic Germans have calculated that in Germany alone, the amount of energy consumed in this way in a week corresponds to the output of two power plants in the same week. So either be careful and don’t forget to press the Off button, or plug appliances into outlets with timers that regulate the power supply themselves.

Unplug the charger from the outlet

Most chargers for phones, tablets, cameras, and electronic toys draw power even when not plugged in – an average of 5 watts per hour, that’s 40 kW per year.

Dress warmer at home

If you are cold, put on a sweater, and then think about whether or not to turn on the heater. Raising the room temperature by just 1ºC increases energy consumption by up to 10%.

Don’t skimp on appliances

An old refrigerator needs twice as much power as a modern, energy-efficient one. When buying appliances, pay attention to the label: “A++” indicates that the appliance consumes the least amount of electricity. Defrost your refrigerator regularly: the more ice, the more energy it needs.

Get a big load of laundry

An energy-efficient washing machine saves both electricity and water. Don’t run it for one pair of jeans (or at least wash them in an express wash or with less water). And remember, the most eco-friendly way to dry laundry is on a rope. Yes, yes, the way they do it in Naples.