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8 Home Appliances That Secretly Suck Up Energy: EVN Tips to Slash Bills This Summer

These electrical devices can silently suck energy in your home even if they are not in use.

23 April, 2024

Electronic Devices and Appliances: The Silent Culprits of High Electricity Bills

In modern life, electronic and household appliances have become indispensable, providing us with comfort and convenience. However, behind that convenience lies a not-so-insignificant electricity cost that many households have to pay each month. Some appliances consume more electricity than one might realize.

1. Washing Machines and Dryers

Washing machines and dryers are essential appliances in every household, saving time and effort in laundry chores, yet they are major energy guzzlers. Additionally, leaving them plugged in even when not in use further contributes to higher electricity bills.

2. Televisions

Even when turned off, televisions can still consume a certain amount of electricity if not properly disconnected from the power source. With larger screen sizes and extended viewing periods, the amount of energy consumed can be significant.

3. Phone Chargers

Phone chargers, while seemingly insignificant, can add up to a considerable portion of a household’s total electricity consumption if left plugged in continuously. This is a hidden culprit for increased electricity bills that many people overlook.

4. Water Dispensers

Water dispensers are also significant electricity consumers, especially in office settings or homes that frequently use hot water. To save energy, unplug the dispenser when not in use.

5. Air Coolers

Air coolers, another widely used cooling appliance, consume a substantial amount of electricity when operated for extended periods daily.

6. Induction Cooktops

Induction cooktops are high-energy consumers due to their high power usage. Many households have switched to induction cooktops for safety and cleanliness, but this also comes with increased electricity consumption.

7. Desktop Computers and Laptops

Desktop computers and laptops, even when turned off, can still run in the background and consume power. Notably, leaving them in “sleep” mode rather than fully shutting down significantly increases energy consumption.

8. Rice Cookers

Rice cookers, a staple in Vietnamese households, are also high-energy consumers, especially when used to keep rice warm for extended periods.

10 Ways to Save Electricity, According to EVN

On the Vietnam Electricity Group’s website, Mr. Dang Nguyen Phuong, Director of EVNSPC’s Business Department, suggests 10 ways to save electricity and reduce expenses during the hot season.

– Increase indoor greenery to mitigate the impact of sunlight and maintain a cool environment.
– Use curtains to block out sunlight; choose curtains that effectively reduce heat and sunlight penetration.
– Limit the simultaneous use of multiple electrical appliances during peak hours; use only essential and energy-efficient appliances.
– Open windows at night to allow cool air in and reduce air conditioner usage.
– Modify air conditioner usage habits, setting the temperature above 26 degrees Celsius and turning off the AC at night.
– Use refrigerators properly, keeping them at least 10 cm away from walls and avoiding frequent door openings.
– Consider energy efficiency ratings (EER) when purchasing new appliances; opt for those with higher ratings.
– Regularly clean electrical appliances to enhance their efficiency and reduce the number of appliances needed.
– Remove plugs from electrical devices when not in use to prevent energy wastage.
– Install energy-saving light bulbs, use LEDs, and maximize natural lighting.

Energy conservation is not just an individual responsibility but a collective effort for the community to protect the environment and minimize monthly living expenses. To lower electricity bills, individuals should make a conscious effort to unplug appliances after use and carefully consider the purchase of energy-intensive devices.

Frequently asked questions

Washing machines and dryers are essential for laundry, but they consume a lot of energy. Leaving them plugged in even when not in use adds to the electricity costs.

Televisions can still draw power even when turned off if not properly disconnected from the power source. Larger screens and longer viewing periods contribute to higher energy consumption.

Phone chargers left continuously plugged in can contribute significantly to a household’s total electricity consumption, often going unnoticed.

Water dispensers, especially in offices or homes that use hot water frequently, consume a lot of energy. Unplugging them when not in use is a simple way to save energy.

Air coolers, widely used for cooling, consume a substantial amount of electricity when operated for extended periods daily.

Induction cooktops are high-energy consumers due to their high power usage. While they offer safety and cleanliness advantages, they also increase electricity consumption.

Even when turned off, computers and laptops can still run in the background and consume power. Keeping them in “sleep” mode instead of shutting them down fully increases energy consumption.

Rice cookers, commonly used in Vietnamese households, consume a lot of energy, especially when used to keep rice warm for extended periods.

EVN suggests increasing indoor greenery, using curtains to block sunlight, limiting appliance use during peak hours, opening windows at night, adjusting air conditioner habits, proper refrigerator usage, considering energy efficiency ratings when buying appliances, regularly cleaning appliances, unplugging devices when not in use, and using energy-saving light bulbs and natural lighting.

Energy conservation is a collective responsibility to protect the environment and reduce living expenses. Individuals can lower their electricity bills by unplugging appliances after use and being mindful when purchasing energy-intensive devices.