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3 tips for a lower energy bill

Imagine being able to save energy without sacrificing comfort. As part of Warm Jumper Day 2022 - the largest climate campaign in the Netherlands - we share 3 tips with you that will make your energy bills plummet. Good for the environment and your wallet.

Tips for lower energy bills

 

1. Maintain humidity levels

Does your home feel fresh, even though the radiator is set no lower than normal? Then the humidity in your home may be on the low side.

How this works: to keep your body temperature at 37 degrees, your body continuously releases the heat it produces. If the air contains a lot of moisture, your body heat evaporates less quickly. But if the air inside is dry (as it is during cold winter months), then your body loses its heat sooner - resulting in a lower wind chill.

Example: An absolute temperature of 19°C at a humidity of 10-20% feels like only 17°C, while at a humidity of 60% it feels like 19°C.

So by increasing the humidity in your home, you can turn the heat down a degree on February 11 without hesitation 😉 .

Tips for increasing humidity in the home:

  • Leave your shower door or dishwasher open after use, this allows the water vapor released to diffuse through the room.
  • Skip the dryer and let your laundry dry on a rack - less power consumption and good for humidity (win-win).
  • Choose a humidifier to maintain constant humidity levels in your interior. View humidifiers.

 

A humidifier to increase humidity in the home

 

2. Only heat where and when needed

While this tip may sound logical, it is far from obvious. Are there rooms in the house where you hardly ever come? Then choose to turn off the central heating in these places, so you avoid unnecessary energy consumption.

With a smart electric heater, such as EdgeIn addition, you can easily set schedules that indicate when your room needs to be heated. In combination with solar panels, this will not only make your own wallet happy, but also the planet.

 

3. Consciously go for one degree lower

We understand that you don't want to spend your day chattering away, but did you know that a lower temperature in some rooms is actually beneficial? For example, the ideal temperature for your bedroom is between 15°C and 18°C. At a lower temperature, your body produces more melatonin - better known as the sleep hormone - so you sleep earlier and deeper. Good reason to crawl extra close to your partner tonight!

 

Consciously turn down the heat for energy savings and a better night's sleep

 

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