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Energy Saving Tips

I don’t know about you, but the winter power bill for my household is definitely increasing! I know that saving energy at home is good for the environment, but we also try to be mindful of what we’re spending .

Washing laundry in winter is one of my biggest energy challenges – the constant threat of rain and icy cold days often means that I have to resort to using my energy-draining dryer.

Luckily there are some energy saving tips for the laundry:

  • Use Persil Small & Mighty – it delivers brilliant results even in cold water!
  • Wash full loads in cold water – heating water for washing is one of the most energy-sapping activity in the laundry
  • Hang washing on the line when possible. If you still want the softness from using a dryer, simply fluff towels and linens for only 5 minutes in the dryer after line-drying
  • When you do use your dryer, clean out the lint filter after every load – it will run more efficiently

 
It’s essential to keep a warm and healthy home for your kids during winter and proper insulation can be a part of this. An adequately insulated house also helps save energy by retaining any heat generated inside your home. If you don’t already have insulation in your home you may be eligible for a government subsidy. Go to www.energywise.govt.nz

Around the house you can also:

  • Draw your curtains before sunset to keep warmth in the house
  • Switch to energy efficient light bulbs – they use 80% less power than standard bulbs*
  • Use draft stoppers to keep the heat in a roomquickly
  • Rinse dishes in cold water to avoid the costs associated with heating itli>

 
What are your energy saving tips for home? Let us know on facebook.com/persilnz

* http://www.energywise.govt.nz/how-to-be-energy-efficient/your-house/lighting/choosing-efficient-lightbulbs