Description
Nowadays we are surrounded by computer and electronic devices both at work and at home. Many of these devices have become almost essential to carry out our daily tasks, such as computers or mobiles, while others make our work easier, such as the electric revolver, or serve us for leisure, such as music players or televisions.
Although it seems that we could not live without them, we must be aware of the high energy consumption that results from their use. For this reason, it is essential to make good use of these appliances and not waste the energy they consume.
What can I do?
Turn off computer devices when you have finished using them. The devices that remain in standby mode also consume energy, and it is estimated that this consumption can reach 5-10% of the total.- If you are not going to use the computer for a long period of time, it is advisable to switch it off.
- Screen screens do not serve to save energy, unless they turn the screen black.
- Activate the energy saving mode of electronic and computer devices.
- Unplug your mobile phone charger or other small household appliances when you
do not use them. If you don’t do it, you will continue consuming energy! - Maintains the equipment to ensure that it works
properly.
Impact on the environment
*Image: By User:Mattes (Personal work) [Domini públic], via la Wikimedia Commons (http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File%3AHome_office_with_computers.JPG)