Suggest five measures each for conservation of electricity & water resources
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1. Set your air conditioner’s thermostat at 24 degrees Celsius, as each degree less adds 9 per cent to your bill.
2. Avoid using certain appliances such as washing machines and dryers, irons and ovens during peak hours — 12 noon until 4 pm, and 8pm to 11 pm.
3. Water heaters need to undergo periodic maintenance to detect any leaks or deposits. The device’s thermostat is best set to 60 degrees Celsius. Turn it off when not needed in the summer.
4. Replace the electric cookers with cookers that run on natural gas to reduce electricity consumption. Also, cook more than one thing at the same time.
5. When you turn off the television or set top receiver with the remote control, the devices still remain connected to the power source adding to your power usage. It is bet to switch off the main power source to devices.
Conservation is process of saving of resources like water & electricity , using them carefully
Water conservation can be done by :-
1. Repairing leaking pipes and taps.
2. Not wasting water during brushing teeth, shaving, bathing, washing clothes and during other activities.
3. Rainwater harvesting.
4. By drip irrigation of plants.
5. Always use full loads in washing machine and dishwasher
6. Try to reuse water (the water used for washing hands can be re used in garden)
Electricity conservation can be done by :-
1. Maximum utilisation of natural light
2. Change old bulbs with energy saving bulbs
3. Turn off light and other electrical equipment as and when leaving the room/house
4. Unplug any appliances that aren't in use
5. Replace old appliances with energy-saving models.
6. Use less hot water.
7. User solar energy, instead