Energy Conservation

Overview

TP-Central odisha distribution limited (tpcodl) believes in the importance of conserving energy for better tomorrow. if we all take a few simple steps to reduce our energy consumption, we can go a long way in securing our futures.

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How to Save Electricity at home?

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Lighting
  • An easy way to save energy is to cut down on unnecessary lighting. Please "Turn off" all lights when not in use.
  • Replace bulb with LED bulb or tube light as it save about 75% of electricity for same lighting levels.
  • Dirty tube lights and bulbs can absorb 50 percent of the light; clean your tube lights and lamps regularly.
  • Focus lights on your task instead of high wattage lamps for the entire room.
  • Use natural sunlight wherever possible.
  • Purchase 5 star BEE certified appliances.
  • Seal windows and doors properly before turning on AC. Set the temperature of AC at 25°C for good comfort and save electricity.
  • Do not keep hot food items in the fridge and also minimize the opening of the fridge door.
  • Use energy efficient motors and pump sets for lifting water.
  • TV and other Electronic items continue to consume power when switched OFF from remote. Thus, make sure that these items are switched OFF from the source.
  • Reducing temperature of water heater from 60 °C to 50 °C will help in saving 18 percent of the energy used at the higher setting.
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Appliances like Air Conditioning (AC), Water Heater, Refrigerator, etc.
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Additional electricity saving tips for Industries
  • Use Capacitor Banks to reduce demand and improve power factor.
  • Use maximum demand controllers.
  • Use fiber ceilings to use sunlight as far as possible and minimize use of lamps.
  • Use metal halides instead of Sodium Vapour lamps for outdoor lighting.
  • Lubricate all bearings to minimize wastage of power.
  • Use Energy efficient motors.
  • Carry out Energy audit of your units and follow the recommendations as per the cost benefit analysis.