{"id":56570,"date":"2022-08-18T09:00:04","date_gmt":"2022-08-18T01:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/?p=56570"},"modified":"2022-08-15T10:54:14","modified_gmt":"2022-08-15T02:54:14","slug":"how-to-save-electricity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/how-to-save-electricity\/","title":{"rendered":"Use These Easy Electricity-Saving Tips To Cut Down On Your Monthly Bill"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just when we thought things are heading back to almost pre-pandemic levels, life threw another big curveball, and we now find ourselves grappling with the rising cost of essential goods. From eating out less to putting travel plans on the backburner, Malaysians have been doing everything they can to keep more cash in their pockets and bank accounts. Here\u2019s one more thing to do\u2014reduce your monthly bills. It may seem obvious, but you\u2019ll be surprised how many of us have an indifferent attitude towards power consumption. But now as push comes to shove, it is time to put some electric saving measures into practice that will translate to money-saving gains in the long run. Read on for some useful tips on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to save electricity<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Save Electricity<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At Home By Investing In These <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electric Saving Devices<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From energy-saving light bulbs to WiFi-enabled plugs, learn <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to save electricity<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by incorporating these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">electric saving devices<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your home.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Change To Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56581\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56581\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56581 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-55.jpg\" alt=\"energy saving lightbulbs how to save electricity\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-55.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-55-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-55-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56581\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/hua_sheng_onlineshop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HUA SHENG SDN BHD<\/a> on Shopee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/energysaver\/lighting-choices-save-you-money#:~:text=When%20you%20switch%20to%20energy,year%20by%20using%20LED%20lighting.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fact<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Lighting-cat.11001155.11001246\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lighting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> makes up around 15% of an average home\u2019s electric use. You can illuminate your home using the same amount of light for less money if you switch to energy-efficient lighting. Comb your house to see if there are any traditional incandescent light bulbs still in use, and if there are, make the switch to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=cfl%20light\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or even better, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=led%20light%20bulb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LED bulbs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The long-term savings are well worth the cost of spending a little extra on these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">electric saving devices<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Switch To A Portable Air Conditioner Instead<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_53107\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-53107\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-53107 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/85.jpg\" alt=\"Hisense AP09KVG how to save electricity\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/85.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/85-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/85-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/85-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/85-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/85-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-53107\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hisense.com.my\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hisense<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know, resisting the urge to turn on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Air-Conditioning-Coolers-cat.11000824.11000825.11000828\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">air conditioner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a constant battle of the mind and body if you are trying to keep your bills down. We lose more often than we win, especially on days when it feels like we are living in an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Ovens-cat.11000824.11000843.11000848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">oven<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If completely doing away with air-cond is out of the question, consider using a portable unit instead. Most of the time, a quick blast of cool air directed your way is all the immediate relief you need, and there\u2019s really no need to cool the entire room every single time (which is what traditional wall-mounted air conditioners do). Therefore, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/best-portable-air-conditioner-malaysia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">portable air conditioner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be kinder to your utility bills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/types-of-air-conditioners\/\">5 Types Of Air Conditioners To Keep You Cool During The Hot Weather<\/a><\/em><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use A Timer Switch<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56578\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56578\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-56578\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/70.jpg\" alt=\"a timer switch\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/70.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/70-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/70-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56578\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/centryhardware\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Centry Hardware<\/a> on Shopee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of us tend to leave our electrical devices running longer than they should. One of the most common habits is letting our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Mobile-Phones-cat.11000979.11001025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">phone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s on charge the entire night while we are sleeping, which is frankly unnecessary and a waste of energy. This can be easily dealt with by making use of a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=timer%20switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">timer switch<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The simple and inexpensive <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">electric saving device<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help regulate our power usage automatically and reduce wastage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invest In A Smart Plug\/Strip<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56580\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56580\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56580 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/72.jpg\" alt=\"a smart plug how to save electricity\" width=\"800\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/72.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/72-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/72-768x500.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56580\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/usuful_t\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Usuful Things<\/a> on Shopee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=smart%20plug\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">smart plug<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a WiFi-connected plug which can be remotely controlled via an app. Much like a timer switch, you can schedule to turn off your electronic devices automatically, but with more flexibility as you can do it from anywhere with a smartphone. Moreover, if you are prone to forgetting to switch off your appliances before leaving the house, these things can be a life (and money) saver.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Change To A More Water-Efficient Showerhead<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56579\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56579\" style=\"width: 799px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-56579\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/71.jpg\" alt=\"a showerhead how to save electricity\" width=\"799\" height=\"431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/71.jpg 799w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/71-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/71-768x414.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56579\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/psychofire.my\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">psychofire.my<\/a> on Shopee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Energy-saving measures can be implemented in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Bath-Body-cat.11000168.11000169\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bathroom<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as well, specifically on how you shower. We all know taking shorter showers is one way, but you can do more by using a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=low%20flow%20showerhead\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">low-flow showerhead<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that is designed to be more water-efficient. Look for a showerhead with less than 2.5gpm (gallon-per-minute) flow rate to double-save on your electric and water bills!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Save Electricity<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At Home Cost-Free<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not feeling like opening up your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Men's-Wallets-cat.11000745.11000753\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wallet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? No worries, these easy tips on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to save electricity <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can also do the trick.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unplug Unused Electrical Appliances<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56577\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56577\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-56577\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/69.jpg\" alt=\"a power cord and electrical outlet how to save electricity\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/69.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/69-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/69-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56577\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@kellysikkema?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kelly Sikkema<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/electric-socket?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.takecontrolandsave.coop\/welcome-to-our-blog\/posts\/2020\/october\/phantom-energy-load\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fact #2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Turning off electronic devices and appliances does NOT always mean they are no longer drawing power. Many devices (such as microwaves, printers, <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/home-coffee-machines-under-rm1000-malaysia\/\">coffee makers<\/a>, and night lights) continue to use energy to run certain background functions even after you have turned the power switch off. Hence, to avoid unnecessary power usage that can sneakily run up your utility bills, you can take little measures such as unplugging your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Chargers-cat.11000979.11001003.11001007\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chargers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when they are not charging any device or disconnecting your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/All-in-one-Desktops-cat.11000910.11000938.11000941\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/laptops-under-rm2000\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">laptop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from the socket when not in use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dim Your Lights Whenever Possible<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56576\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56576\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-56576\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/68.jpg\" alt=\"a lady under a ceiling light how to save electricity\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/68.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/68-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/68-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56576\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@ryanniel-masucol-1503495\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ryanniel Masucol<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/gorgeous-woman-raising-arms-to-electric-lamp-in-dark-room-3715605\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A simple act of dimming your lights can reduce energy usage, as it reduces the flow of electricity to the bulb. If your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=lamp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lamps<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=smart%20light%20bulb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">smart light bulbs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> come with a dimmer function, use them in situations where you don\u2019t need to light up a room in full brightness. You can also consider installing a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/search?keyword=light%20dimmer%20switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">light dimmer switch<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wash Your Clothes With Cold Water<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56575\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56575\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-56575\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/67.jpg\" alt=\"operating a washing machine how to save electricity\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/67.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/67-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/67-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56575\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@rodnae-prod\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RODNAE Productions<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/man-people-woman-technology-5591460\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that an estimated 75% to 90% of the energy used in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/best-washing-machine-malaysia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">washers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> goes towards heating the water? Switching to using cold water to wash your clothes is one great and free way on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to save electricity<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Not only that, going cold also does less damage to your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Women-Clothes-cat.11000538\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">clothes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and causes fewer wrinkles. Fewer wrinkles = less ironing = even more energy saved!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Service Your Air Conditioner Regularly<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56574\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56574\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-56574\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/66.jpg\" alt=\"an air conditioner condenser unit how to save electricity\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/66.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/66-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/66-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56574\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@tpenguin?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">t Penguin<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/air-conditioner?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When was the last time you serviced your air conditioner? Regularly cleaning the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Air-Conditioner-Accessories-cat.11000824.11000825.11000830\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">filters<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your unit can increase their efficiency, thereby reducing energy consumption by as much as 15%. Thanks to the wonders of YouTube, you can learn how to do it yourself and save further costs by not having to call the air-cond guy over.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have More Handy Tips On <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Save Electricity<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Feel Free To Share Them!<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56573\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56573\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-56573\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/65.jpg\" alt=\"plugging a power cord into a socket\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/65.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/65-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/65-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56573\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@kellysikkema\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kelly Sikkema<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/electricity-bill?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While eating fewer chickens and eggs to cushion the impact of the rising cost of living aren&#8217;t practical solutions at all, increasing your savings by reducing the electricity bill charges is easily doable by anyone. All it takes to get started are actions as simple as unplugging your electronics when not in use, and a little goes a long way. 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