Many companies will likely continue to use teleworking after the pandemic. For those who telework, the benefits are many, but the electricity bill will also go up.
Covid-19 has forced many people to work from home. It is likely that, seeing the results, many companies assume that this system is good for them and their workers. But while the benefits are obvious for the latter, they may see their electricity bills skyrocket. Here are some tips to help you avoid your bill from increasing to absurd amounts.
The flexibility that teleworking brings is undeniable. Especially when it comes to balancing work and family life. In addition, it improves employee satisfaction and motivation, which often translates into greater productivity and greater profitability for companies. It also gives autonomy and allows the company to update its professional staff with the best talent, without any limitations that could be a problem, such as location or mobility.
Likewise, for companies, teleworking is a benefit in terms of energy savings, both in terms of lighting, heating and cooling.
Many electric and gas companies offer some tips for remote workers to avoid excessive increases in their electricity bills. Here are some tips for saving energy.
Tips for increasing savings with teleworking
Planning and organization
The first tip is to organize your work schedule at home so that it is similar to your office hours. You should not exceed your office hours. This way, you will control your consumption and have more time for personal leisure.
The schedule should be fixed and followed carefully. This will prevent distractions that reduce productivity and force you to spend more time working.
Take advantage of natural light
It is important to take advantage of natural light to save electricity. Your vision will also appreciate it. Consequently, the choice of work location is important: where there is more light and nothing obstructs its entry.
Suitable temperature
Working comfortably is also essential and the right temperature improves our comfort and performance. We should get used to using the thermostat, regulating the heating to 20 degrees and the air conditioning to 25 degrees maximum. And only when necessary.
Improve energy efficiency
The use of high-energy appliances energy efficiency and LED or low-energy lamps help. Replacement requires an investment that produces an “almost immediate” positive return.
Adjust meals to the cheapest times
Nowadays, teleworking also means we have lunch and dinner at home. Identifying the times when electricity rates are lower, according to the time of day, and adjusting our activities to these times will help reduce consumption and reduce our electricity bill.
Choose the most convenient invoice
Electricity distribution companies often offer different hourly rates. Depending on the usage made during each hourly period, significant savings can be achieved. Analyzing schedules and habits will allow you to make the best choice.
Remove chargers from electrical outlets
Furthermore, teleworking leads us to make more intensive use of our laptops and cell phones. If you are one of those people who always leave the charger connected, even when you are not charging your cell phone or laptop, we recommend that you change your habit. This habit, combined with the fact that we leave some devices on standby, can represent up to 15% of our revenue.
