Saving energy is worth it – for the climate and for you!
Climate change is a major challenge of our time. With small changes in your everyday life, you can not only protect the environment, but also reduce your energy costs. Here you will find practical tips on how to save energy efficiently.
1. Save heating energy
reduce room temperature
Lowering the room temperature by 1 degree saves about 6% energy.
18 degrees in the bedroom is completely sufficient.
Close doors between rooms with different temperatures to avoid energy loss.
Keep radiators clear
Radiators should not be covered by curtains, furniture or paneling.
This allows the heat to circulate freely and the room to become evenly warm.
venting the heater
Gurgling radiators are a sign of air in the pipes – this reduces efficiency.
Bleed the radiators yourself or ask your building maintenance person for assistance.
Proper ventilation
Avoid leaving windows permanently ajar – this causes unnecessary heat to escape.
Ventilate briefly and intensively (3–5 minutes), ideally with cross-ventilation throughout the entire apartment.
hot water save
Showering instead of bathing: A bath requires almost twice as much water and energy as a shower.
Saving faucets and shower heads also help to reduce consumption.
save electricity
optimize lighting
Replace incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs. They save 85% of energy and last significantly longer.
Choose devices carefully
When purchasing appliances, pay attention to the energy label.
Choose a size and performance that suits your needs – a smaller device is often more economical.
Efficient washing
Use the eco program on your washing machine – this saves energy and water.
Only wash full machines and reduce the washing temperature.
Cooking and Baking
Use convection instead of top/bottom heat in the oven.
Use a lid when cooking and only heat as much water as is needed.
cooling and freezing
7 degrees in the refrigerator is enough to keep food fresh.
Regularly defrosting the freezer compartment reduces electricity consumption.
washing dishes efficiently
Do not wash dishes under running water, but in a filled sink or in the dishwasher.
Avoid standby
Turn off devices completely in standby mode.
Use switchable power strips or timers to stop unnecessary consumption.
