Several Ecuadorian towns have registered high daytime temperatures in recent days due to the rainy season they face.
Intense sun and the humidity that they also feel in their homes cause them to turn on ventilation equipment or air conditioners to counteract the heat, which can cause an increase in energy consumption and, therefore, pay more.
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The National Electricity Corporation (CNEL EP) has specified several actions that citizens can take to reduce energy consumption.
Insulating walls and ceilings
The entity explained that the insulators reduce the exchange of heat with the outside since during the hot season they maintain a cool environment that is generated by the air conditioning, while in the cold season they retain the heat.
In the same way, colors also have an influence since they reflect light, thus reducing the entry of heat, in this case, light colors are required on the exterior.
Use of air conditioning
CNEL indicated that the use of vegetation can help divert air currents or generate shadows in the face of heat. The key is to prevent the sun from reaching the home directly, which can lead to savings in the use of air conditioning.
This accompanied by the insulation of ceilings and walls will help maintain a comfortable temperature.
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You must bear in mind that these equipments require periodic maintenance for their correct operation and the cleaning of their filters. A suitable temperature in the hot season could be 26 °C.
Ventilation
It is important to take advantage of the air currents if you are benefited from them, cross ventilation can be carried out by opening the windows opposite each other.
Electric connections
If your house has several years of construction, it is important that you check the electrical connections, observing that there are no electrical leaks.
One of the tests you can perform is to turn off the lights and disconnect electrical appliances, the meter should stop completely if it is not consuming power. If it continues to rotate, it may have an electrical leak.
Types of spotlights
For several years, saving light bulbs, that is, they consume less energy, have become an option that contributes to savings at home.
On the market there are several options for spotlights both in size and design.
Electric appliances
Disconnect the devices that consume electrical energy since some, even if they are connected without using it, do so as a cell phone charger, television, among others. (YO)
Source: Eluniverso
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