Identifying which devices use the most energy in the home can help users make informed decisions to reduce what they pay each month for electricity, which is why we bring a list of those appliances that bring us the most headaches.
Although some appliances are essential in the home, their use also represents a considerable part of energy consumption and, ultimately, the family budget. When televisions integrate a console (for video games, for example) they can become one of the appliances that use the most energy.
According to a list compiled by Repsol, an energy company, the household appliances that consume the most energy are the following:
1. Televisions and consoles
Its annual consumption of 263 kWh according to the OCU (Organization of Consumers and Users of Spain) can exceed the total cost of all household appliances by 12%.
If the use of some video game consoles is added to this consumption, users will obtain one of the pairs of appliances that spend the most. In fact, If used weekly, energy consumption will increase by 57.2 kWh.
2. Washer and dryer
These two key devices for cleaning garments have an average annual consumption of 255 kWh.
The washing machine can consume more than 11% of the total electricity of household appliances. Using short cycles, operating it only when it is completely full, and opting for cold water for washing can help reduce its impact on your energy bill.
3. Oven
The energy consumption of this device in an average home could amount to 231 kWh per year, this is equivalent to more than 8% of the total expenditure on household appliances.
– Use LED bulbs: Replace incandescent bulbs with LEDs, which consume less energy and have a longer lifespan.
– Take advantage of natural light: Keep curtains open during the day to take advantage of sunlight and reduce the use of artificial lighting.
– Optimize the use of heating and air conditioning: Use programmable thermostats to maintain an adequate temperature and avoid excessive use.
– Use efficient appliances: Opt for appliances with energy efficiency labels, which consume less electricity and water.
– Turn off appliances in standby: Unplug electronic devices when not in use to avoid vampire energy consumption.
According to the official Portal of the Argentine State: “The consumption of household appliances and electronic/computer devices that “suck” electricity even when they are inactive is called “vampire.”
Although each individual device may consume a small amount of energy, the cumulative consumption of multiple appliances in a home can be significant.
To reduce these costs, it is recommended to unplug devices when not in use or use power strips.
It is also important to set energy configuration settings. An example is activating power saving mode on a computer. This setting reduces screen brightness, disables unnecessary components, and reduces processor activity. when the device is not in use, thus reducing power consumption.
Another example is programming a smart thermostat for your heating and air conditioning system. This setting allows you to set specific times to adjust the temperature.
1. TV decoders
Both satellite and cable TV decoders, especially those with program recording functions, are significant contributors to increased energy consumption.
2. Laptops
If they remain connected to their charger, they can consume up to 8.9 watts per hour, and this figure can increase to 15.7 watts when in hibernation.
3. Desktop computers
In hibernation mode, after a period of inactivity, they use approximately 21.1 watts. However, if only the tower is on and the monitor is off, power consumption can increase to 73.9 watts.
