It is on the lips of politicians, energy experts, suppliers, etc. but, what is energy efficiency? Its International Day will be held on 5th March, offering a good opportunity to go over its main aspects. You will learn to preach by example.
The United Nations has declared 2012 as the International Year of Sustainable Energy. Its objective: access to efficient, affordable and environmentally-friendly energy for all by 2030. A call to ensure that governments, companies and private individuals work for the collective future.
Branded as being one of the highest consumers of energy in the home, tumble dryers are trying to rid themselves of this cliché with technologies that reduce their consumption by half. Drying in the open air will always be more sustainable, but this new generation of domestic appliances can hold their heads high.
As the saying goes: In January wear a scarf, coat and hat. Inside it is another story: the cold weather increases the consumption and the energy bill mushrooms. However, just as you prepare with winter clothes, you can follow a few tips in order to optimise your heating and save.
We know them as digital or electronic books, and they have many advantages: they require neither paper nor ink, they are affordable and we can store hundreds of books on a single device. Is it possible to be more efficient? Of course it is!