Russians overpay for electricity by up to 4,000 rubles a year due to habits.

      Due to some household habits, Russians overpay for electricity by up to 4,000 rubles every year. This was stated by public figure and housing and utilities expert Dmitry Bondar in an interview with the publication "Abzac." One of the common mistakes the expert mentioned is the use of outdated incandescent bulbs. Many do not turn off the lights in empty rooms, thinking that frequent on and off cycles harm the equipment. With old bulbs of 60-100 watts, the overpayment reaches 3,000 rubles a year. Replacing bulbs with energy-saving equivalents can help save a significant portion of the budget. Another source of unnecessary expenses is electrical appliances left plugged in. Televisions, microwaves, computers, and routers continue to consume energy in standby mode. This costs about 100 rubles a month, or just over 1,000 rubles a year. Using power strips and smart plugs that turn off devices in a timely manner can reduce costs. An average LED bulb consumes only 10 watts. If it is left on in three rooms for five hours a day, it costs about 400 rubles a year. A systematic approach to energy efficiency, including modern technologies and unplugging devices, can significantly reduce family expenses on utilities. Photo: www.magnific.com

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