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USE ONLY WHAT YOU NEED IN YOUR HOME

s part of a small community, most
residents strive continuously
Ato be responsible and diligent
homeowners. With a limited supply of
electricity (a situation that still affects us
all), it is important for us to work together
in order to manage our consumption and to
use only what we really need. So, when and
how is the best time to use your electricity?
Eskom has provided some tips and
guidelines on how to be energy
smart. By practising these
tips and implementing
this behaviour regularly,
you will be able to
reduce your electricity
bill in the long term, UNPLUG hydrated and cool. During winter, it’s best to
while helping to reduce Don’t leave your keep your room temperature set between
the extra strain on appliances on standby 18°C and 20°C. Dress warmly – use an extra
the grid. mode as they still use up to jacket, blankets and a hot water bottle to
15% of their operating power. keep warm and to avoid using a heater.
SWITCH OFF DURING Rather switch them off at the
EVENING PEAK TIMES plug point. Do not forget to unplug your POWER ALERTS
Did you know that your geyser contributes cellphone charger after your phone has Remember to keep an eye out and respond
up to 30% of your monthly energy usage? charged, or it will continue to draw power. to the real-time Power Alert messages in
Switch it off during peak times, between order to help manage the strain on the
5pm and 9pm, to help reduce demand on CONTROL YOUR ROOM electricity system. Together, we can make a
the grid during this period. You can insulate TEMPERATURE difference and keep the lights on.
your geyser and hot water pipes to reduce In summer, set your air-conditioner between
heat loss and, in so doing, make your water 20°C and 23°C and wear light, loose-fitting Eskom is always happy to assist you with
system more efficient. clothing like shorts and short-sleeved tops. your queries - call 08600 37566 (ESKOM) or
Drink plenty of cold fluids to keep your body visit: www.eskom.co.za/residential
SHOWER INSTEAD OF BATHING
When you shower, you use considerably
less water than bathing. And, if you use a
water-efficient showerhead in your shower,
you are doubling your efforts to save on
hot water, which means less work for your
geyser.

LIGHT THE WAY
Replacing all your incandescent bulbs
with LEDs (light emitting diodes) and CFLs
(compact fluorescent lamps) will contribute
greatly towards reducing your electricity
consumption.

LED globes will also help you to keep
the lights on when the power goes off.
Remember to switch off the lights if you’re
not occupying a room.

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