In economics it is argued that the savings is given by the formula: Revenue-Expenses.
Then, worth breaking down the possible outputs, in order to have more savings available to the economic needs-family, and, to increase it in a proper economic planning of the family.
Below I ten simple rules to follow, related to energy savings family, in order to have a positive effect on our domestic consumption, that such an impact in the monthly spending of the average Italian family, especially in the winter months.
How to Save Electricity: 101 Tips for Every Day to Reduce Consumption in House and Save on Bills
1. Completely turn off appliances when not in use;
2. Remember not to leave appliances on standby, at night and in general when you are not at home;
3. Close the curtains at dusk so that the heat stays inside and leave them open when the light comes from the sun. Keep doors and windows closed when the heat is on. When fa freddo, the air coming from the outside can affect significantly on consumption;
4. Turn down the thermostat, especially at night. Reduce the room temperature by 1 ° C can save you up to 10% on electricity bills;
5. Program the thermostat to a lower temperature that is still comfortable. Remember, also, thermostats that can be set at a lower temperature when a room in your home or there are no people;
6. Dress warmly and in layers to stay indoors when it's cold. Some new fabrics are ideal for thermal insulation;
7. Remember that the system is efficient zone heating because it heats only those areas of your home where there are people;
8. If you can improve the quality of the insulation of your home, especially the attic and all exterior walls;
9. In case of use of heating appliances furniture hold it near the area where you are, to allow the thermostat to detect temperature precisely;
10. Keep locked the doors of the rooms that are not used to prevent unnecessary heat loss.
I would add that it is good to "invest" money, for the purchase of energy-saving lamps and / or LED, to replace all those in the house, especially those of a filament.
These are just a few simple rules to use and make use of all members of the family, because remember that, the difference is not how much you earn but how much we have left in your pocket net of consumption.
Alex Gaetani
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