Get Energy Efficient Light Bulbs

One of the quickest and easiest ways to reduce your electricity consumption is to replace your old incandescent light bulbs with energy-efficient CFL bulbs. Not only do they use 75% less energy, but they  last 10 times longer than incandescent bulbs!

Buy Energy-Efficient Appliances

Older appliances tend to use more electricity than newer, energy-efficient models. When purchasing new appliances, look for products that feature a South African Energy Efficiency Label. It features a rating on a scale where A is most efficient to G being least efficient and was put in place by new labelling regulations to help you make an informed choice.

Plan Your Hot Water Usage
Electric water heaters use a lot of electricity, and leaving them on 24/7 can lead to high electricity bills. Instead, install a timer switch that can be programmed to turn on a few hours before you need hot water or make a point of doing this manually. This can go a long way towards lowering your monthly bills.

Invest In A Heat Pump

Another way to save on heating water is to invest in a heat pump. While a solar water heater relies on sunny days to function, a heat pump uses energy pulled from the air to heat up your water. This means it will run efficiently regardless of what the weather is doing and uses roughly one-third of the energy of a geyser. The result? An energy saving of up to 70%!

Cook With Gas

Electric ovens can use a lot of electricity. Gas ovens, on the other hand, are more energy-efficient and heat up quickly. As an alternative, consider using a gas cylinder with a cooker top attachment. This way, you can always boil water or whip up a meal regardless of what the load shedding schedule is doing.

By following these simple tips, you’ll reduce your energy consumption and your electricity bill. What’s not to love about that?