Guidelines For Conservation Of Electrical Energy

Conservation of electrical energy has become the challenge of today. Reduction in demand through efficient utilization of energy and waste reduction may be deemed as "energy conservation".

The easiest and quickest methods is by way of adopting simple measures immediately by all sectors of power consumers without involvement of cost.

Immediate Measures

The salient immediate measures to be followed by Domestic, Commercial and industrial consumers are given below:

Domestic Sector

1. Switch off lights, fan, coolers, air conditioners and heaters when not required.
2. Make greater use of day light for illumination and avoid use of electrical light  during day time.
3. Accumulation of dust and soot reduce the useful output. Keep lamps and fixtures free from dust and soot.
4. Avoid use of energy for decorative lighting. Switch off all the lights other than those needed for security when building is unoccupied.
5. Repair leaks and insulate the pipes of hot water supply.
6. Minimize opening of fridge doors to the extent possible.

Commercial Establishment

1. Switch off water coolers at the end of normal business hours.
2. Reduce the number of the lifts in service during hours when most occupants are not leaving or entering building. Switch off the electrical mechanism for the lifts not in use.
3. Encourage persons walk up and down one flight of stairs rather than use the lift.

Industrial Sector

1. Tighten the belt and pulley at required intervals to reduce losses due to slip.
2. Lubricate motors and drives regularly to reduce friction.
3. The motors should be cleaned to facilitate proper cooling.
4. Heat losses in furnace can be reduced by minimizing opening of doors.