20 Tricks To Save Energy At Home

The first reason for opting for energy savings is to be found in the constant increases in the price of electricity (70% in Spain since 2008). The second reason is clear for those people aware of the environment: climate change, the greatest threat to life on the planet, is closely linked to the use and waste of energy resources.

With these easy measures proposed by the Som Energia cooperative you will save electricity and many euros a year.

How to save on lighting

1. Using energy saving light bulbs saves between € 70 and € 120

2. Install light power regulators, between € 40 and € 80

3. Take advantage of natural light, between € 30 and € 60.

4. Install presence sensors, between € 30 and € 60

5. Use light colors on the walls, curtains and blinds, between € 20 and € 40.

6. Do not use indirect lights to read or sew, between € 20 and € 40

7. Turn off the lights when you leave a room, between € 15 and € 35

Reduce the consumption of household appliances

8. Use maximum efficiency appliances , between € 90 and € 140.


9. Set short programs and deactivate the drying program in the dishwasher, between € 30 and € 60.

10. Avoid frequently opening and closing the fridge and freezer, between € 20 and € 40.

11. Keep the refrigerator coil clean : between € 20 and € 40.


12. Empty the vacuum cleaner frequently, between 5 and 10 euros.

13. Avoid the hair dryer, between € 5 and € 10.

Reduce the consumption of electronic devices

14. Disconnect the stand by of all the devices, between € 50 and € 100.

15. Use energy meters to control spending, between € 50 and € 100.

16. Use the computer responsibly (black screensaver, turn it off if not in use), between € 20 and € 50.

17. Unplug the charger when not in use, between € 20 and € 40.

More economical hot water

18. Install a solar water heater, between € 70 and € 120.


19. Use efficient shower heads, between € 15 and € 30.

20. Reduce the heater temperature, between € 10 and € 20.