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Christmas is the time for family gatherings and celebrations. Also, in the northern hemisphere, long and cold nights that require a lot of energy to heat the rooms. In the cities, the Christmas lights have already been turned on, another energy expenditure. More than at any other time of the year, on these special dates we must try to save energy, for the environment and our pocket.
In many cities, to illuminate the streets, led lights are already used, which consume less energy. It would be even better not to use any type of lighting, but anyway … You have to transfer the idea to the houses and illuminate the Christmas decorations with this type of light that can lead to a saving of 90% compared to the traditional bulbs.
Here are some tips to save energy during the holidays (and throughout the year, as the case may be).
Turn off all electronic devices
This is especially important if you are traveling and away from home for a few days. All devices that stay on standby they continue to consume energy uselessly. Televisions, computers, alarm clocks, the modem, etc. should be turned off before leaving on a trip.
Food preservation
Refrigerators and freezers work better the longer the door is closed. They must be opened, take all the foods that we are going to cook and close as soon as possible. It is better that the door is open for a moment than it is continuously open and closed.
Drinks
Be green it is not at odds with having fun. You just have to use a little common sense. If you buy a lot of drink because you have a big party, you can store some of it in the garage, on the porch or on the terrace. In many places, the outside temperature will be close to that of the refrigerator. Or even colder.
Food preparation
Use a smaller appliance with a tight-fitting lid. If you can use a pressure cooker, all the better, since ccook food in less time. The oven must also be well closed so that it does not lose heat. If possible, prepare more than one dish at a time.
Dishwashing
Using the dishwasher with a full load is more environmentally friendly than washing by hand, since it uses less water (and more comfortable, on the other hand). Whether quickly rinse dishes so that no food remains stuck, the better.
Christmas lights
Although it is efficient lighting, it spends. So, at night, since nobody is enjoying them, better turn them off. They are several hours of energy saving. If he tree has enough lights, you can turn off the light in the room. If there is no one in a room, turn off the light.
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In the case of electronics devices, it is preferable to give the most efficient ones, which have the Energy Star label. A way for the recipient of the gif.webpt to save energy throughout the year.
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