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Ever Heard Of Prepaid Electricity?

In our country there is a new system of electricity where you pay before using. We call them tokens. If your token is over the power goes off in your house until you buy another token. Most of us use...

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Save Electricity By Turning Off Devices Not In Use

Some homes just leave their devices running even at night when they are not in use. There were several cases of fire started by the water dispenser which overheated over the night (these are the type...

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Hot Water For Bathing

It is the cold months again and we started using hot water for bathing. Last night my wife and I had a friendly argument on the cost of heating water. I am using the stove to heat a kettle of water...

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Gas Or Electric Burners?

Cooking has undergone a number of changes from the prehistoric age to the present modern age. In the olden times, people living in the wild used to eat raw meat. The idea of "cooking" food only began...

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Have you ever had your gas cut off?

Just wondering what happened when you did? My bill is due tomorrow, but I'm in the process of moving, just lost a job before I even started it (not my fault, apparently the person hired two people for...

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Just The Right Size Of Tv

I have been contemplating lately because I still get sore eyes due to the glare of our tv in the bedroom. It is a 40-inch flat tv, kinda new, with cable connection. Wonderful colors, all right, but I...

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What Measures Do You Take To Save On Gas?

the ability to save during consumption marks the basic of a savings culture. in order to accumulate wealth I realised I have to cut on all expenses and gas is one those expenses but I don't know how...

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Tips On Saving Electricity

I got this from the news, as advice to save electricity this summer. 1. First is the consciousness to turn off lights and appliances that are not being used, not to forget to unplug the appliances...

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Bulbs With The Right Wattage

Check your light bulbs and surely there is a bulb that is over in wattage. A big space like a living room requires a 100-watt bulb in the olden days. But the CFL bulbs now are more luminous than the...

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Is Inverter Aircon Really Economical?

Our bedroom air conditioner broke down. It is a Panasonic that we bought 3 years ago. Too bad, so young to experience a broken compressor. Instead of having it repaired, we decided to just buy a new...

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Bulk Token Or Monthly Buying?

Many a times I have the tendency of purchasing electricity units(tokens) in bulk and staying for months without them depleting.Its convenient for me since I get my money cyclically.Therefore when I...

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Less Talk And More Action In Regards To The Utilization Of Alternate Energy

We have been hearing repeated discussions on the virtues of switching from the energy that is derived from fossil fuel to that which is obtained from alternate energy sources. There is no doubt that...

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Use Surge Protector To Save On Electricity

Do you have a surge protector in your house? This is the extension cord that has a switch with a corresponding socket. When you plug the appliance, all you need to do is to turn on or off the switch so...

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Traditional Electricity Rates Payment Or Prepaid Consumption?

There is an increasing availability of the opportunity to opt for prepaid electricity which similar to the prepaid telephone system. There are some areas where you now have the option to choose between...

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Led Bulbs- Can They Save Money?

Hi guys. I have heard about LED bulbs that they can save your money by spending less electricity. Well, we already having CFL bulbs at our home which was popular in past for the same reason. Now people...

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Reducing The Cost Of Electricity!

I'm not ashamed to say that the bills here in my country are very high and we need all kind of tricks and tips to use for reducing the electricity bill. We have changed all the bulbs in the house with...

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Refrigerators - One Big Vs 2 Small

We have 2 refrigerators, one that is the official fridge in the kitchen and the other one is the backup in the terrace. They are both medium in size. When the fridge in kitchen couldn’t handle the...

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Instant Replacing Of Gas

Most of the times, gas depletes randomly. We do not have instant cash to refill. In my country, for instance, refilling has gone up to 20 dollars. It has translated to eating in hotels for a few days...

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What Do You Think Of Power Banks?

As days go by, phones upgrade. They become more powerful with more features. This comes along with a less durable battery power mostly. Thanks to technology, they have come up with a way to charge your...

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Size Of Tv Matters In Electric Consumption

When buying a tv set, take into consideration the proper size that you need. Getting a big tv for a small room is not practical because aside from consuming too much electricity, the big tv can ruin...

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Power Rationing?

This happens mostly as a result of energy crisis or emergency. In some cases it can be caused by the fact that the demand market is more than can be supplied. For example when a country is undergoing a...

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Do You Think That It Would Be Possible To Totally Replace Energy That Is...

We have been hearing about the possible adverse effects that the continued reliance on fossil fuel as energy an energy source may have on the environment. However, in spite of this, there seems to be...

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One Major Way To Keep Your Home That Uses Gas Cooker Safe

In Africa, there is this challenge of constant electricity supply which makes most households to depend on other forms of energy to cook their meals. One of such ways is by using domestic gas popularly...

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Cctv Usage

The CCTV at home is for protection in case there is a break-in. Another benefit with the CCTV is that you can go to a website to see the views of the camera. This feature is very beneficial when you...

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Brightness Of Tv And Computer Monitor

Do you know that the brightness of tv affects the consumption of electricity? The brighter the setting of the tv, the higher the consumption. The same goes with the computer monitor. So if the medium...

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Greater Reliance On Solar Power

There is an unlimited source of potential for obtaining solar energy supply. Unlike fossil fuel, which will be probably depleted over time, the solar power source will be ever present and won't be...

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Teaching Kids To Switch Lights Off When They Leave A Room

My granddaughter is a nightmare when it comes to switching lights off. She will even switch them on when it is broad daylight and leave them on. While I know that many people will think this is...

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Personal Electricity Meters

Some people who live in rental houses the a common electricity meter where the electricity bills are read from. Landlords calculate the average billing and renters are compelled to pay irrespective of...

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Do You Look For Five Star Rated Appliances To Save Electricity?

In India all power hungry appliances especially Air Conditioners and Refrigerators are star rated based on their power consumption. The more stars it has, the lesser will be the power consumption. So...

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How Do You Minimize The Consumption Of Cooking Gas?

Though it’s not a big deal here to avail LPG, but there’s certainly a limit for every household to avail one in subsidized price. Given that, we need to judiciously use so that the number doesn’t...

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Innovations To Reduce Electricity Bills

Instead of using some electric equipment in your home, you can use your own homemade innovations to reduce the electricity bill. For instance, a charcoal cooler is a good replaceament for a fridge and...

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For Cold Drinks - Water Dispenser Or Ice From Freezer

We used to have a water dispenser with a cooler for our source of cold water. But when it broke down, we have resorted to using the ice from the freezer to cool a glass of water. For several months...

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Have You Heard Of Ec Gas?

I heard this EC Gas last year because of it's different built. It's made of fiber glass instead of the typical metal tank and it's actually safe from explosion and fire. There are a lot of safety...

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Liter Of Light

It is called Liter Light which is actually a 1-liter plastic bottle of Coke. Half-filled with water and some bleach, it can project the sunlight and serve as lighting for indoor during the day. The...

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Do You Take Advantage Of Off-peak Times In Electricity Usage?

In our country off-peak time for electricity usage is from 10 pm to 6 am. During that time cost of electricity is lower and we can save a lot of money on electricity bills. I usually take care of power...

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Solar Lamp With 2 Years Warranty

A friend who is an electrical engineer told me that solar lamps are not that reliable yet regarding durability so they are not worth the cost. However, if the solar bulb has a warranty of 2 years then...

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Will Solar Power Become A Major Energy Source?

Solar energy is free and safer than many of the other power sources, however, at the moment the means for harnessing it is very expensive. Many people wonder why has not there been a more serious...

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Paying Utility Bills Online Or By Mail?

I usually pay my bills in person at a small store very near my house I find that it's the safest and easiest way to do it. I have seen options to pay them online but I really wouldn't know how...

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How Much Per Watt?

How much per watt do you pay for electricity in your area. In my country we are charged $0.06 per watt if you don't have a prepay system. How much per watt do you pay?

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Do You Repair Your Electronic Gadgets?

When I used to live with my parents I always repaired the electronic gadgets or even the connections of electricity within the house. This used to save them alot of money. I still do the same in my...

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Do You Ensure Optimum Utilization Of Your Refrigerator?

It is said that refrigerators are one of the highest contributors in your electricity bills at home. There are many things we can do to ensure its optimum utilization like : Always opt for 5 star rated...

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Getting A Discount

Just recently I was visited by a representative from my gas and electricity company and the guy said I was eligible for a 10% discount, all I need to do was call their support number. This was one...

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Do you ever use candles to save on electricity costs?

Recently I have moved to a new country where I am sharing an apartment with a friend. She tells me that the electricity costs are very high here, and that it is a good idea to use candles in the...

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Saving Electricity With The Air Conditioner And Heater

Save electricity by turning off the heater or air conditioner 30 minutes before leaving the room. Especially for the bedroom, the coldness or heat would not dissipate at once so you can turn off the...

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Do Electric Fences Affect Your Electricity Costs?

I have always wondered how people manage their electricity bills with the electric fences. I personally have not had the chance to install them around my perimeter wall due to my perception towards...

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More Savings In Electricity At Home

Do you leave your appliances plugged in the socket when not in use? It’s all right for the electric fan but any appliance that has a pilot light consumes electricity. What we do is to plug the...

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Using Dimmers To Save Electricity

Dimmers are an excellent way to rate electricity when installed. Some people find it hard to switch on and off the lights and there is even an app that can be used to dim and turn off the lights...

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Using Extra Energy During Illness

I have had a really nasty viral infection which has left me feeling cold and unwell. During the time I was most ill I had the heat on more than usual and I notice my bill has almost doubled. I now wish...

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Do You Unplug Appliances When Not Using Them?

So my Dad does this thing where he unplugs all the appliances (Coffemaker, electric toothbrush charger, cell phone/table charger, electric mixer, toaster, etc) he has everything connected to the TV...

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Using The Air Conditioner With The Electric Fan

Our is a tropical country so it is expected that the air conditioner is a necessity particularly for the middle class (and the rich, of course). But those who are conscious of their electric bill, one...

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