ENERGY CONSERVATION TIPS

Seminar on Energy Efficiency and Conservation (EE&C) for Residential and Academe Sector - An “EARTH HOUR” Pre-Activity

• How many appliances?• How much energy your

appliances use?• Identify appropriate EE&C

measures.

Basic Energy Audits

Source: WAP Program, Florida

Average Monthly Appliance Costs(Based on P10 per kWh)

Cooling Tips

• Purchase air conditioning unit with higher Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER);

• Install in coolest and shady part of the room;

• Reduction of heat gain;

Energy Efficiency Ratio (EER)

AIR CONDITIONING UNIT

Cooling Tips

• Set the thermostat at comfortable temperature;

• Use fans in conjunction with your air conditioning unit;

• Seal and insulate ductwork;• Keep your air conditioning unit clean;

and• Have your cooling system checked

annually.

AIR CONDITIONING UNIT

Cooling Tips

ELECTRIC FAN

• Set fan setting at comfortable level;• Use fan with timer;• Switch off oscillator;• Regular cleaning; and• Use hand fan.

Heating Tips

• Lower the thermostat;• Repair leaky faucets;• Use cold water when possible;• Insulate water heater and pipes;• Reduce the amount of water use;• Install aerating, low-flow faucets

and showerheads;• Replace your water heater; and• Conduct regular inspection.

WATER HEATER

Cooking Tips• Don’t use the stove as a heating

device;• Keep lid on pots and pans while

cooking;• Use proper size pan on stove top

burner;• Cook as many things as possible at

same time;• Keep oven door closed while cooking; • Don’t over cook food;• Microwave foods when possible; and• Use pressurized cooker.

Refrigerator/Freezer Tips

• Consider refrigerator that suits your need with a higher Energy Efficiency Factor (EEF).

Refrigerator/Freezer Tips• Keep the coils clean;• Don’t keep the door open;• Make sure the door seals are

airtight;• Set the temperature of the

refrigerator between 3o and 4oC, set the freezer between -18o and -15oC;

• Keep the freezer full, even if you just fill it with containers of water; and

• Defrost freezer when the ice is ¼” thick.

Lighting Tips• Turn lights off in any room

you’re not using;• Use task lighting;• Keep bulbs and luminaires clean;

and• Take advantage of day-light.

Lighting Tips• Change incandescent

bulbs (Ibs) to compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs); and

• CFLs use 1/5th of the energy of Ibs, last 8 times longer and are cost effective.

Lighting Tips

• Look for Energy Label Guide when buying CFLs.

Other Energy Saving Tips

• Set appliances and equipment to energy saving features;

• Use laptop computers;• Use inkjet printers; and• Use email.

Phantom Loads

• Phantom load is an electrical device that is operating 24 hours a day 365 days a year, even if you think the device is turned off.

Phantom Loads

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Driving Tips

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• Monitor fuel consumption;• Plan your journey;• Drive sensibly;• Gas up wisely;• Maintain a constant speed;• Pick a lane and stay on it;

Driving Tips

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• Get rid of all extra weight;• Turn off engine while waiting;• Observe proper maintenance;• Keep tires properly inflated;• Park your car properly; and• Consider replacing your old vehicle.

Breathe easier, turn off your engine.

Driving Tips

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• 24.4 TO 33% greenhouse gas emissions in the country comes from road vehicles;

• 70-90% of particulate matter pollution in Metro Manila comes from vehicles;

• Globally, nearly half of the petroleum supply goes to road vehicles; and

• Always remember that every liter of gasoline your car burns puts 2.4 kilograms of CO2 into the air.

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