Simple ways to start saving money on electric bills today!

Simple ways to start saving money on electric bills today!

Tips that everyone can apply

Air Conditioning • Keep the temperature at 22 - 25 degrees as lower temperatures increases costs.

• Check the model of your A/C unit. Is it too old and less efficient? Newer models of A/C units are much more efficient in energy use. Look out for the energy ratings of specific A/C models!

• Clean the filter panels of the A/C unit regularly to ensure that output from the A/C remains cool. Ensure that it is serviced yearly to ensure optimal performance.

• Invest in a fan to cool the room faster so that the A/C unit can be switched off or adjusted to a higher temperature ---> Money saved

Lights • A viable option to save on electricity bills is to install lights that are energy

efficient such as LED lights

• Take note the energy ratings of different light bulbs, LED lights etc before purchase

• Basic but mandatory - SWITCH off lights/appliances when not in use - this includes unplugging cables from laptops etc.

• Lazada.com.my has a large variety of energy-saving lights with details such as energy ratings included as well! Use it as a tool to understand the different options available to you to lower your electricity consumption.

Upgrade and Replace

• Out-dated appliances such as old computers, kettles, hair dryers and televisions can be upgraded and replaced slowly

• Newer technology is much more energy efficient and thus helps to save on costs

Slowly upgrading and replacing old electrical appliances will help to cut costs effectively in the long run.

Additional TipsUtilize the appliance calculator by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)

http://hec.tnb.com.my/selectappliance.html

Key information you will need include• Average cost per kWh (This will be provided by TNB)• Wattage (Watts) of your appliance

This will help to budget your monthly electricity bills and give you more control in your savings.