More expensive light account? Look how to save without complication

It is possible to save on the account at the end of the month following some simple recommendations. One is betting on solar energy

In February, the Brazilians felt the impact of the end of the Itiipu bonus on the energy invoice: the quantity of the invoice increased by 16.80%, according to the IBGE (Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics). This bonus, applied in January, had generated temporary relief by distributing credits for the positive balance of the hydroelectric dam in 2023. At the time the government estimated that up to 78 million Brazilians could have a reduction of up to $ 49 in the energy invoice.

But this was not the only recent maximum. In the last 12 months, IPCA has accumulated an increase of 5.06% of electric rates, making energy cost an even greater weight for families and companies. Consequently, finding ways to reduce consumption and savings on the electricity bill becomes increasingly essential.

In addition to the impact on consumer pockets, the increase in rates has pressed official inflation (IPCA), which reached 1.31% in February – the highest increase from March 2022. Energy improvement directly affects the families’ budget, in particular those of lower income, which intend to mean their income to pay the electric invoice. In the industrial sector, energy can represent up to 40% of the operating expenses, compromising the competitiveness and profitability of companies, according to data from the national confederation of the industry (CNI).

In this scenario, the alternatives that help to sweep away the invoice at the end of the month have gained space among consumers, such as Luz, startup of the Delta Energia group. This means that consumers must not invest in a solar panel structure or make any change in the electrical network, however, takes on a renewable energy signature service that works through distributed generation (GD). In this model, the energy generated in these farms is injected into the electrical network and converted into credits, which are massacred directly in the consumer invoice, reducing the final amount of the account.

“Light was born to democratize this access,” explains Pedro Somma, CEO of Luz and a specialist in the energy sector. “Our model connects consumers to our solar farms, allowing anyone to reduce the energy bill without bureaucracy, investment costs and a more sustainable source of energy.”

Other tips to dribble high energy

In addition to the solution offered by light, there are a series of good practices that can be adopted in everyday life. First of all it is necessary to better understand the logic behind our energy bill.

“At the moment it is impossible to keep up with its consumption. The lack of transparency and clarity in the account makes consumers hostage and has always an unpleasant surprise at the end of the month. The light has been created to help consumers to monitor their energy expenses in real time, actually understand the costs in the invoice and simply except. Furthermore, we have enabled the forecasts of the next account based on consumer habits.”

Knowing how to read the monthly invoice therefore helps to know the consumption profile of the individual or a family and, from there, make more informed decisions to avoid waste. Other practical suggestions are:

• Optimize the use of cooling and heating equipment: Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioning and heaters are some of the most energy that consumes energy during the day. “An important tip is to adjust the temperature of these equipment to avoid excessive consumption in the case of air conditioning, for example, keeping between 23 ° C and 25 ° C reduces the energy expenditure. Furthermore, keeping the sealing tires in good condition and avoiding opening the refrigerator for a long time

• Avoid the consumption of silent energy: Many devices continue to consume energy even deactivated, just because they are connected to the outlet. “This invisible expense can represent up to 12% of the account value. Eliminating the equipment outside the outlet or using the line filters with a shutdown button can help to avoid this waste,” recommends.

• Give preference to LED lamps and presence sensors: The incandescent and fluorescent lamps are still common in many houses, but LED technology is much more efficient. “In addition to lasting longer, they consume up to 80% less energy, which can bring a good economy over time,” he says.

Source: Terra

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