{"id":161845,"date":"2024-09-19T10:00:23","date_gmt":"2024-09-19T08:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/?p=161845"},"modified":"2025-07-20T21:51:02","modified_gmt":"2025-07-20T19:51:02","slug":"energy-saving-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/energy-saving-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Save energy at home: Easy energy saving tips for your home"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='av-layout-grid-1'  class='av-layout-grid-container av-78firl-c631ae41a668636fcb7900020bc361a5 entry-content-wrapper main_color av-flex-cells av-break-at-tablet  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first   container_wrap sidebar_right'  >\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" 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av-dyhr5-99927f5945708bf13e84cb9abee7d045 av-gridrow-cell av_one_half no_margin  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_cell_one_half  avia-builder-el-last '  ><div class='flex_cell_inner'><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-5pvbb4n-9f987bc186dd25d3378a4ad7bd223a2c\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-5pvbb4n-9f987bc186dd25d3378a4ad7bd223a2c{\npadding-bottom:0;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-5pvbb4n-9f987bc186dd25d3378a4ad7bd223a2c .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-5pvbb4n-9f987bc186dd25d3378a4ad7bd223a2c .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-5pvbb4n-9f987bc186dd25d3378a4ad7bd223a2c av-special-heading-h1 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-5  el_before_av_hr  avia-builder-el-first '><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Save energy at home: Easy energy saving tips for your home<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-jtogly79-ad57aec588c41c3e6e0fd3a450386ad1\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-jtogly79-ad57aec588c41c3e6e0fd3a450386ad1{\nheight:5px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-jtogly79-ad57aec588c41c3e6e0fd3a450386ad1 hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-jtjtmedc-ce5f497fe1433f1922572aabdd533579 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Written by: <strong>Kerstin Laktis, 19.09.2024<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div class='flex_column_table av-bbw9h-e9ea24d4a9970947ae9a10c1728f5755 sc-av_one_full av-break-at-tablet-flextable av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-bbw9h-e9ea24d4a9970947ae9a10c1728f5755\">\n#top .flex_column_table.av-equal-height-column-flextable.av-bbw9h-e9ea24d4a9970947ae9a10c1728f5755{\nmargin-top:15px;\nmargin-bottom:0px;\n}\n.flex_column.av-bbw9h-e9ea24d4a9970947ae9a10c1728f5755{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-bbw9h-e9ea24d4a9970947ae9a10c1728f5755 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-8  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last  first av-break-at-tablet flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-top av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><p><section  class='av_textblock_section av-jtjtmedc-60e184750e6b45c708cf141ffed4fcc9 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re moving out of your parents&#8217; home and facing your electricity bill for the first time. To avoid any unpleasant surprises, smart energy use and <\/span><b>saving electricity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is key. This is not only good for the environment but also for your wallet. Every watt you save is a small contribution to your own budget. Phones, laptops, TVs &#8211; our<\/span><b> electricity consumption is constantly rising<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and many devices continue to use power even when turned off.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve got some simple tips to help you <strong>identify energy guzzlers<\/strong> and <strong>save energy<\/strong> in your daily life.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lzcmvs2y-d824e60259fa9bb4c092f0760c4301ac '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>Table of Contents:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Lower electricity consumption at home: Simple measures\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower electricity consumption at home: Simple measures<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Identify and eliminate energy guzzlers at home\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify and eliminate energy guzzlers at home<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Optimise lighting and reduce electricity costs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimise lighting and reduce electricity costs<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Save electricity with the right devices\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save electricity with the right devices<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Smart solutions for reducing electricity consumption in daily life\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart solutions for reducing electricity consumption in daily life<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Conclusion: Save energy in daily life \u2013 A win for you and the environment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion: Save energy in daily life \u2013 A win for you and the environment<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 --><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-73734u-e654b2f47cc625f39101c2a047ce5327 main_color avia-section-default avia-shadow  avia-builder-el-11  el_after_av_layout_row  el_before_av_section  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-161845'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-f7w8wuv-a5d5dfb3734c0ecec78c4948e0d049e9\">\n.flex_column.av-f7w8wuv-a5d5dfb3734c0ecec78c4948e0d049e9{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-f7w8wuv-a5d5dfb3734c0ecec78c4948e0d049e9 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-12  el_before_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-kx4lonww-6efec1e1ff464548e0b81d5c8056bad3 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Lower electricity consumption at home: Simple measures\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower electricity consumption at home: Simple measures<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The kitchen is home to some of the <\/span><b>biggest power guzzlers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: oven, stove, refrigerator, freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, and deep fryer &#8211; often consuming more energy than you might think. But there\u2019s also potential to <\/span><b>reduce energy consumption<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in other areas of the household outside the kitchen. Here are some general tips and a few simple measures on how you can effectively save electricity in your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2lh68m45-39f1ed68944ee5e86ed03e398bca9a6e\">\n.flex_column.av-2lh68m45-39f1ed68944ee5e86ed03e398bca9a6e{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2lh68m45-39f1ed68944ee5e86ed03e398bca9a6e av_one_full  avia-builder-el-14  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m1544mjg-df92047fdbe95ee8d5b07002718e3bf5 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set your fridge and freezer correctly to save electricity<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refrigerators and freezers are <\/span><b>major culprits <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">when it comes to needing large amounts of electricity.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Consider energy efficiency:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When buying, ensure that the appliances have an <\/span><b>energy efficiency label<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a high energy efficiency rating.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Optimal placement:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Refrigerators and freezers should<\/span><b> not be placed next to heat-generating appliances<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (like ovens) as this causes them to use more power to cool.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Close doors quickly:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Don\u2019t leave the refrigerator door open for too long; <\/span><b>close it quickly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to keep the cold in and the heat out.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Set the right temperature:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 7\u00b0C is sufficient for the refrigerator, while -18\u00b0C is ideal for the freezer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Defrost regularly:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Too much <\/span><b>ice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> inside reduces your freezer&#8217;s efficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Let food cool down:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Hot foods cause the refrigerator to use more energy to cool down again<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2jk6xlx1-8e8b3a3ae6da13f158e977f270fab94a\">\n.flex_column.av-2jk6xlx1-8e8b3a3ae6da13f158e977f270fab94a{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2jk6xlx1-8e8b3a3ae6da13f158e977f270fab94a av_one_full  avia-builder-el-16  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m15454og-433caf30078d32e777c0a96230da3553 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use full loads: Efficient washing of laundry and dishes<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think twice before starting the washing machine or dishwasher &#8211; you\u2019ll save electricity, water, and money.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Load machines fully:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Run the dishwasher only when it&#8217;s full, and wait until you have enough laundry for a full load.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cold and short wash cycles:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use a maximum of 40\u00b0C and opt for short, energy-saving, eco-friendly, or environmental programs to conserve energy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Air drying:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dry your laundry in the air instead of using a dryer to save even more electricity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2c3s0drp-4d7d2813ea262f52e191e203d83f97a2\">\n.flex_column.av-2c3s0drp-4d7d2813ea262f52e191e203d83f97a2{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2c3s0drp-4d7d2813ea262f52e191e203d83f97a2 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-18  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m1546nox-6020511f54b337857a7915dfe8ff5840 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooking and baking: Reduce energy consumption in daily life<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a few simple tricks, you can significantly reduce your electricity consumption when cooking and baking:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use the oven efficiently:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Skip preheating or keep it short, and use convection mode if possible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use residual heat:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make the most of the residual heat from your stove and oven. Ceramic cooktops stay hot for a while after being turned off &#8211; great for keeping dishes warm.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>One-pot meals:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The<\/span><b> fewer separate stove-tops<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you use, the lower your electricity consumption. How about trying one of these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/one-pot-pasta-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">one-pot pasta recipes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Delicious and energy-saving.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Match cookware size:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Choose pots that match the size of the stove-top to avoid wasting energy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use lids:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When cooking on the stove, use a<\/span><b> lid <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to keep the heat in the pot so you can lower the stove&#8217;s temperature.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find additional tips on saving money while cooking <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/en\/blog\/save-money-while-cooking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2afxcnhx-ac4d1ff7fe249aaceb3a3ab084e77855\">\n.flex_column.av-2afxcnhx-ac4d1ff7fe249aaceb3a3ab084e77855{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-2afxcnhx-ac4d1ff7fe249aaceb3a3ab084e77855 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-20  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m1547eaj-1351b45cb36803b22a58df6554a35cbd '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boiling water: Efficient methods to save energy<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can easily save energy when boiling water by using the right methods:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use a kettle:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The most efficient way is definitely with a <\/span><b>kettle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as it uses less electricity than boiling water in a pot on the stove.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Turn it off immediately:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Switch off the kettle as soon as the water boils, as many devices continue to heat unnecessarily.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Only heat what you need:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Always boil <\/span><b>only the amount of water you actually need<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Every unnecessary extra litre of water drains your electricity and money.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-227ntgmt-fffe2c0478bd58bbc9a90c508ada495c\">\n.flex_column.av-227ntgmt-fffe2c0478bd58bbc9a90c508ada495c{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-227ntgmt-fffe2c0478bd58bbc9a90c508ada495c av_one_full  avia-builder-el-22  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m15489m5-86f42a70de0e0e343e0b35cc51b7a08d '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save water and decrease electricity consumption simultaneously<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heating water in electric boilers consumes a lot of electricity. So there is significant potential for<\/span><b> saving energy at home<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. With a few simple measures, you can save both water and energy:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use cold water:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use cold water for brushing your teeth and washing your face.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep showers warm, not hot:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Too hot showers are not only bad for your skin but also consume more electricity.<\/span><b> Short showers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are more energy-efficient than long ones.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Wash efficiently:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Set your washing machine to a <\/span><b>maximum of 40\u00b0C <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">if possible. The rule of thumb is: the faster and hotter the wash, the higher the electricity consumption.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use water efficiently:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Only run water when <\/span><b>necessary <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; such as turning it off while soaping up in the shower and only running it for rinsing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Install water-saving fixtures:<\/b> Installing water-saving fixtures, such as <b>aerators for faucets,<\/b> can <b>reduce water flow<\/b> and save energy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1zb0agl1-07debebeea42f8f4115c633e23a87a47\">\n.flex_column.av-1zb0agl1-07debebeea42f8f4115c633e23a87a47{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-1zb0agl1-07debebeea42f8f4115c633e23a87a47 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-24  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_hr  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154ap9e-f023775a69b21f82e8a22f36b0fda033 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce your water heating expenses and ventilating properly<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In winter, it gets colder, and we often turn the heating (sometimes way too) high, which consumes a lot of energy. You can easily <\/span><b>minimise <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">consumption with a few simple steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dress warmly:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Whether it\u2019s an electric or gas heater &#8211; before turning up the heat in fall and winter, put on <\/span><b>thick socks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a <\/span><b>jumper<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A cosy winter outfit helps you avoid heating more than necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep radiators clear:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ensure that radiators aren\u2019t blocked by furniture or curtains. Clear radiators can distribute heat better and <\/span><b>work more efficiently.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clean radiators:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dust and dirt on radiators reduce their heating efficiency. Clean radiators warm the room faster and more economically.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seal doors and windows:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Leaky windows and doors let cold air in and warm air out. Seals or <\/span><b>draft stoppers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> help keep warmth inside and reduce heating costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ventilate properly:<\/b> Ventilate regularly but briefly by fully opening the windows and<b> creating a draft.<\/b> Avoid keeping windows slightly open for long periods, as it cools down the room and wastes energy unnecessarily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div  class='hr av-67ddri-41246adb82eb20f9271331161b8c66cb hr-short  avia-builder-el-26  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1vnha2id-56d43d5d796bc254d81e8719e1f5e2c6\">\n.flex_column.av-1vnha2id-56d43d5d796bc254d81e8719e1f5e2c6{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-1vnha2id-56d43d5d796bc254d81e8719e1f5e2c6 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-27  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154crqh-2f9dcf14be1b1bc83148208a5dd84ef7 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Identify and eliminate energy guzzlers at home\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify and eliminate energy guzzlers at home<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many <\/span><b>hidden energy guzzlers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the household that cause high electricity costs without you noticing. Often, these are old, inefficient devices or ones that continue to consume power even in standby mode. To <\/span><b>reduce household costs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and protect the environment, it\u2019s important to take a closer look at your electricity consumption at home. By identifying and eliminating energy guzzlers, you can significantly reduce your electricity usage and<\/span><b> save money in the long run.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1ojkgjp1-66f58658e9509e72d4a150db3971b679\">\n.flex_column.av-1ojkgjp1-66f58658e9509e72d4a150db3971b679{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-1ojkgjp1-66f58658e9509e72d4a150db3971b679 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-29  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154e86l-9f10871913403e77d14f287ef5063b62 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid standby mode: The hidden energy guzzler<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Devices in standby mode often consume surprisingly high amounts of electricity &#8211; sometimes more than when they&#8217;re fully turned off. Makes sense, right? Yet, many devices like TVs, computers, printers, and gaming consoles remain on standby even when not in use. Here are some <\/span><b>tips to minimise standby consumption:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Completely turn off devices:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Avoid standby mode by <\/span><b>fully switching off devices. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standby consumes unnecessary power, even when the device appears to be off.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recognise standby mode:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Devices in standby can often be identified by <\/span><b>warm power adapters, indicator lights<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or<\/span><b> time displays<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unplug:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A simple but effective method is to unplug devices when they&#8217;re not needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use switchable power strips:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use power strips with an <\/span><b>on\/off switch <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to disconnect multiple devices from the power source simultaneously.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use a power metre:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This allows you to measure the consumption of devices in standby mode and identify the biggest energy guzzlers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-l4zfzp-51b286030e359a2ce3d6951d2b999b0d\">\n.flex_column.av-l4zfzp-51b286030e359a2ce3d6951d2b999b0d{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-l4zfzp-51b286030e359a2ce3d6951d2b999b0d av_one_full  avia-builder-el-31  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_hr  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154eqh7-cdbac76049ff1d3d7c80d84d1bf44d62 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unplug devices when not in use<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people unplug their device but leave the charging cable in the outlet. What many don\u2019t know is that <\/span><b>a plugged-in charging cable continues to use electricity even without a device connected. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To save unnecessary energy, it\u2019s worth changing a few habits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unplug charging cables:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Remove the charging cable completely from the outlet after charging to avoid unnecessary energy consumption.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use smart plugs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Smart plugs allow you to turn devices on and off conveniently via an app or automatically on a timer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Devices that should always be unplugged:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Charging cables, computers, hairdryers, gaming consoles, and kitchen appliances like toasters or coffee machines should always be unplugged after use.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div  class='hr av-1g7gsshh-2c7d20fef569984b99b9b740df4a2c27 hr-short  avia-builder-el-33  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class='flex_column_table av-6kn5ly-97d7b0311ea64352f2c5408ed97957c0 sc-av_one_half av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-6kn5ly-97d7b0311ea64352f2c5408ed97957c0\">\n.flex_column.av-6kn5ly-97d7b0311ea64352f2c5408ed97957c0{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-6kn5ly-97d7b0311ea64352f2c5408ed97957c0 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-34  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-60022e-3056b2e5cc65feac7318f4cf52b2daee '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Optimise lighting and reduce electricity costs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimise lighting and reduce electricity costs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lighting accounts for a large portion of electricity consumption in the household. By choosing <\/span><b>energy-efficient light sources<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><b> optimising lamp placement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and using light sources <\/span><b>mindfully<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can save electricity and protect the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choose efficient light bulbs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Opt for LED or energy-saving bulbs, which consume significantly less electricity than traditional light bulbs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Turn off the lights:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Don\u2019t forget to turn off the lights when you leave a room.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use natural light:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make the most of natural daylight whenever possible, instead of using artificial lighting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Targeted lighting:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use desk lamps instead of ceiling lights, as they often consume less electricity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timers and motion sensors:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These ensure that lights are only on when they\u2019re actually needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Light-coloured walls:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Light walls reflect light better, making rooms brighter even with less lighting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dimmable lights:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These allow you to adjust brightness as needed and save additional energy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-md1sqk48-b536b887e1c928ce5429017c668ba575\">\n.avia-image-container.av-md1sqk48-b536b887e1c928ce5429017c668ba575 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-md1sqk48-b536b887e1c928ce5429017c668ba575 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-md1sqk48-b536b887e1c928ce5429017c668ba575 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-36  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last  av-desktop-hide av-medium-hide av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-161838 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-161838 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-Lampen-Strom-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='STUWO Blog Lampen Strom'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-Lampen-Strom-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-Lampen-Strom-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">Energy-saving bulbs will not only make your room, but also the environment shine bright! \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/p><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-6kn5ly-fc4e6371b44ac72833c714d4b6433deb\">\n.flex_column.av-6kn5ly-fc4e6371b44ac72833c714d4b6433deb{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-6kn5ly-fc4e6371b44ac72833c714d4b6433deb av_one_half  avia-builder-el-37  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-kwdh2d3p-e416015f303d0899f2e18852f51b5a4f\">\n.avia-image-container.av-kwdh2d3p-e416015f303d0899f2e18852f51b5a4f img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-kwdh2d3p-e416015f303d0899f2e18852f51b5a4f .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-kwdh2d3p-e416015f303d0899f2e18852f51b5a4f av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-38  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-small-hide av-mini-hide av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-161838 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-161838 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-Lampen-Strom-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='STUWO Blog Lampen Strom'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-Lampen-Strom-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-Lampen-Strom-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">Energy-saving bulbs will not only make your room, but also the environment shine bright! \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 --><div  class='hr av-1awd91f9-973f0dd6bb6143979f389d05a96d3f4f hr-short  avia-builder-el-39  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-16whw2f-87a7adb7c42e32077a857bbc2a1ca7ef\">\n.flex_column.av-16whw2f-87a7adb7c42e32077a857bbc2a1ca7ef{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-16whw2f-87a7adb7c42e32077a857bbc2a1ca7ef av_one_full  avia-builder-el-40  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-kx4lonww-6efec1e1ff464548e0b81d5c8056bad3 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Save electricity with the right devices\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save electricity with the right devices<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the <\/span><b>right electrical appliances<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plays a crucial role in saving electricity at home.<\/span><b> Modern technologies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer numerous ways to reduce energy consumption. Whether it\u2019s a refrigerator, washing machine, or TV\u2014by paying attention to the energy efficiency class and power consumption, you can <\/span><b>save a significant amount of energy and costs in the long run.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-18xmu33p-9213d685afe0eb3123ba0585fdedd4f5\">\n.flex_column.av-18xmu33p-9213d685afe0eb3123ba0585fdedd4f5{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-18xmu33p-9213d685afe0eb3123ba0585fdedd4f5 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-42  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154iuj8-5ebf5d4c7b95464f57d6be97aa8a6c24 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rechargeable batteries: A sustainable choice<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Reusable batteries <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to traditional single-use batteries. They offer many benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sustainable and environmentally friendly:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use rechargeable batteries instead of single-use ones to reduce waste and the energy consumption associated with production.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Save money:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In the long run, rechargeable batteries save you money, as they can be <\/span><b>used many times,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> unlike single-use batteries that need constant replacement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Always ready to use:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> With rechargeable batteries, you <\/span><b>always have a power source at hand<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and will never need to rush out to buy new batteries again.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='flex_column_table av-m156f7lo-fa172fc38a02f801a260174195c7e3e3 sc-av_one_half av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-m156f7lo-fa172fc38a02f801a260174195c7e3e3\">\n.flex_column.av-m156f7lo-fa172fc38a02f801a260174195c7e3e3{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-m156f7lo-fa172fc38a02f801a260174195c7e3e3 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-44  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-m155w2s9-8263d57471a1baf7d6ce3dad45c5ef40\">\n.avia-image-container.av-m155w2s9-8263d57471a1baf7d6ce3dad45c5ef40 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-m155w2s9-8263d57471a1baf7d6ce3dad45c5ef40 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-m155w2s9-8263d57471a1baf7d6ce3dad45c5ef40 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-45  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-small-hide av-mini-hide av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-172581 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-172581 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sparen_energieeffizients-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='STUWO Blog energy efficency'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sparen_energieeffizients-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sparen_energieeffizients-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">Only the best for our environment! \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-12nou0fp-5445f794be8ea24d4e7fd444f097687c\">\n.flex_column.av-12nou0fp-5445f794be8ea24d4e7fd444f097687c{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-12nou0fp-5445f794be8ea24d4e7fd444f097687c av_one_half  avia-builder-el-46  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154jei8-e7d92da8a2d65c4afbbb018fde79bb5d '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Energy efficiency labels: How to choose the best devices<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When buying new electrical appliances like refrigerators, freezers, TVs, or radios, you should pay attention to the energy efficiency label.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>High efficiency rating:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The label shows you how much energy a device consumes. Choose models with a high efficiency rating<\/span><b> (A or higher<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) to save on electricity costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Long-term savings:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Even if energy-efficient devices are sometimes more expensive to buy, they quickly make up for it through savings on electricity costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-md1srzry-90da59e580b3adddb82c6a57d826dda4\">\n.avia-image-container.av-md1srzry-90da59e580b3adddb82c6a57d826dda4 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-md1srzry-90da59e580b3adddb82c6a57d826dda4 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-md1srzry-90da59e580b3adddb82c6a57d826dda4 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-48  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last  av-desktop-hide av-medium-hide av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-172581 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-172581 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sparen_energieeffizients-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='STUWO Blog energy efficency'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sparen_energieeffizients-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sparen_energieeffizients-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">Only the best for our environment! \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/p><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 -->\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-xlpxjat-2b7a05cca79ebfa2da1f85b9ba964cfa\">\n.flex_column.av-xlpxjat-2b7a05cca79ebfa2da1f85b9ba964cfa{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-xlpxjat-2b7a05cca79ebfa2da1f85b9ba964cfa av_one_full  avia-builder-el-49  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154k143-a47c8961f5ceefb4b16a293a65c08479 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use energy-saving modes: Operate devices efficiently<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many devices have a <\/span><b>power-saving mode <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that disables unnecessary functions and <\/span><b>extends battery life. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The energy-saving mode is an easy way to reduce power consumption while maintaining the device&#8217;s performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Activate power-saving mode:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use the energy-saving mode on your devices to minimise power consumption when they are not actively in use.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Automatic power-saving mode:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For devices with this feature, set the power-saving mode to activate automatically when the device has been inactive for a certain period.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Efficient operation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The energy-saving mode reduces screen brightness, turns off background functions, and helps your device operate efficiently for longer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div  class='hr av-trbu96d-98ab852304a44342d2855cae65ce0a64 hr-short  avia-builder-el-51  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-o4qi8ol-c3ddd3bafaa389b6c8677a2eccc0ee04\">\n.flex_column.av-o4qi8ol-c3ddd3bafaa389b6c8677a2eccc0ee04{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-o4qi8ol-c3ddd3bafaa389b6c8677a2eccc0ee04 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-52  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154km0p-5b00f23df7d374ca5c7dfa73a886c6ff '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Smart solutions for reducing electricity consumption in daily life\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart solutions for reducing electricity consumption in daily life<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you actually know how much electricity you use? Most people don&#8217;t pay much attention to their <\/span><b>electricity consumption.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> However, knowing how much electricity you use is not only interesting but also helps with saving energy. With intelligent technologies and smart devices, you can conveniently and <\/span><b>efficiently monitor and reduce <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your electricity consumption in everyday life.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-msrx6d1-e3b2ce986a124d26174bd554759f53f5\">\n.flex_column.av-msrx6d1-e3b2ce986a124d26174bd554759f53f5{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-msrx6d1-e3b2ce986a124d26174bd554759f53f5 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-54  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154lkac-40d2d6d80c932730757f51b60c921816 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save electricity at home with a smart metre<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many Austrian households now have a smart electricity metre. This <\/span><b>digital metre <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">regularly sends data to the central system, allowing for accurate descriptions and forecasts of electricity consumption.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Benefits of a smart metre:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> By <\/span><b>continuously monitoring<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your consumption, you gain a <\/span><b>better overview <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of your energy needs and can make targeted savings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check installation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Find out from your electricity provider if a smart metre has already been installed at your home and <\/span><b>take advantage <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of this smart metre to use energy more efficiently.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='flex_column_table av-6kn5ly-97d7b0311ea64352f2c5408ed97957c0 sc-av_one_half av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-6kn5ly-97d7b0311ea64352f2c5408ed97957c0\">\n.flex_column.av-6kn5ly-97d7b0311ea64352f2c5408ed97957c0{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 30px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-6kn5ly-97d7b0311ea64352f2c5408ed97957c0 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-56  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154md54-0ecf7c7fa8a87071afdb775611af1dac '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor energy usage and understand your electricity consumption<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To better understand your electricity consumption, you can use power metres to accurately analyse how much energy individual appliances in your household actually use. This helps identify energy guzzlers so you can target areas for savings. You can find these metres at <\/span><b>any electronics store<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (e.g., Media Markt, Conrad) or<\/span><b> online <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for about<\/span><b> \u20ac15-25<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>STUWO Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you prefer not to spend money, you can also <\/span><b>borrow<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> them from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/stromliste.at\/nuetzliche-infos\/stromverbrauch-messen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>energy-saving associations<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> throughout Austria.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use the Energy Savings Account:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Open an account at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/energiesparkonto.at\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">energiesparkonto.at<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to record your metre readings and compare your consumption with other Austrian households.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Energy Check App:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enter your consumption data directly from the metre and <\/span><b>synchronise<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it with your Energy Savings Account. This provides a detailed analysis of your energy use and helps you <\/span><b>identify specific savings opportunities.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-kwdh2d3p-c96fbe13109251d1779e2f88dd680979\">\n.avia-image-container.av-kwdh2d3p-c96fbe13109251d1779e2f88dd680979 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-kwdh2d3p-c96fbe13109251d1779e2f88dd680979 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-kwdh2d3p-c96fbe13109251d1779e2f88dd680979 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-58  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last  av-desktop-hide av-medium-hide av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-161832 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-161832 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-\u00d6kostrom-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='STUWO Blog \u00d6kostrom'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-\u00d6kostrom-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-\u00d6kostrom-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">Keeping an eye on your electricity consumption is easy - give it a try! \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/p><\/div><div class='av-flex-placeholder'><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-hqcckad-80cdb47a93aa0e65e9dd6719e6a7d103\">\n.flex_column.av-hqcckad-80cdb47a93aa0e65e9dd6719e6a7d103{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-hqcckad-80cdb47a93aa0e65e9dd6719e6a7d103 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-59  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_hr  flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-middle av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-md1stm40-f2beef5a98d3405e9ea27af517a62ed4\">\n.avia-image-container.av-md1stm40-f2beef5a98d3405e9ea27af517a62ed4 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-md1stm40-f2beef5a98d3405e9ea27af517a62ed4 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-md1stm40-f2beef5a98d3405e9ea27af517a62ed4 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-60  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  av-small-hide av-mini-hide av-has-copyright av-copyright-always'   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-161832 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-161832 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-\u00d6kostrom-845x684.jpeg\" alt='' title='STUWO Blog \u00d6kostrom'  height=\"684\" width=\"845\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-\u00d6kostrom-845x684.jpeg 845w, https:\/\/www.stuwo.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/STUWO-Blog-\u00d6kostrom-495x400.jpeg 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/div><small class=\"avia-copyright\">Keeping an eye on your electricity consumption is easy - give it a try! \u00a9Adobe Stock<\/small><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 --><div  class='hr av-bqmvt2t-3c21dcc443931db276146d485c252af5 hr-short  avia-builder-el-61  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  hr-left'><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-8rwc6t1-b312c89ea9ba99cdb6a8b545cd1505ac\">\n.flex_column.av-8rwc6t1-b312c89ea9ba99cdb6a8b545cd1505ac{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-8rwc6t1-b312c89ea9ba99cdb6a8b545cd1505ac av_one_full  avia-builder-el-62  el_after_av_hr  avia-builder-el-last  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m154ofnk-fbf0d21443cf00a05fdf09c3eb9ee19f '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"Conclusion: Save energy in daily life \u2013 A win for you and the environment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion: Save energy in daily life \u2013 A win for you and the environment<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saving energy is not only <\/span><b>good for your wallet<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> but also an important <\/span><b>contribution to environmental protection.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> By implementing simple measures such as using energy-efficient appliances, avoiding standby mode, heating and ventilating correctly, and optimising the use of light and water, you can significantly reduce your electricity consumption. 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