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- Choose the correct unit size for your household need. - If cooling more than one room, install split unit as it is more energy efficient than window models. - Clean the air filters regularly. A dirty filter blocks the flow of air and causes the compressor to run longer. - When using air conditioning, close the windows and door to keep the cool air within the room. - Set the temperature above 23 degree. The lower the temperature, the higher the consumption. - Invest in an energy efficient model. The higher initial cost will be repaid with lower monthly operating cost. |
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Instead of standby mode, switch the AV equipments, such as VCR, television or microwave completely off when not using. These equipments consume energy even in standby mode. |
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Reuse rinsed water from washing machine to clean and flush toilets.
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- Try to cut meats or vegetables like potatoes or carrots into smaller pieces. - Cover the cooking pots, the food will cook or boil faster. |
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Invest in dual flush toilet, use half flush for liquid waste and full flush only for solid waste. If you are using one single flush toilet, one way to use less water is to place a filled water bottle in the toilet tank. |
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Turn the hot plate off when the food is almost cooked, as the remaining heat from the hot plate can complete the cooking. |
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Fix Leaky Devices Immediately |
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Check for leaky taps or pipes regularly and fix them immediately, if any, to prevent water wastage. |
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- Choose a reflective cover on your ironing board. It will conserve more heat, hence save energy. - Set the correct temperature for the type of fabric. - Start with items which need lower temperatures. This is to avoid heating and reheating the iron. - Switch off the iron and use the residual heat for small items, such as handkerchiefs and ties. |
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Choose lighter coloured paints for your home. Lighter room colour not only makes the room looks bigger, it also reflects light, make it brighter, hence save energy and electricity. |
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- Switch off the lights when not using, even it os only for a short while. - Use fluorescent or energy saving lamps where possible. - Use a single high-wattage lamp rather than several low-watage ones. |
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