The pandemic and, subsequently, the outbreak of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, in addition to upsetting the world, have given rise to a series of price increases that have affected domestic consumption.
Bills have increased exponentially in some cases, putting families in difficulty as they no longer know how to deal with ever-increasing expenses and having to somehow try to limit their use of electricity and gas.
Added to this are climate changes, which are pushing families to use heating and air conditioning more to cope with the freezing winter and the scorching summer heat respectively, thus creating a conflict between well-being and economic survival.
Let's see in detail how these factors are influencing the lives of Italian families, comparing winter energy consumption with summer energy consumption.
Energy consumption comparison
Do we consume more in winter or summer? This is the question around which the entire article revolves. If for many the answer may seem trivial, in reality it is not. In fact, it is generally believed that it is the winter months that push families to consume more energy and, therefore, to find themselves with higher bills.
The truth is that it is often the summer that has the greatest impact, although the issue should be analyzed region by region. Of course, heating can be expensive, but the costs related to the use of air conditioning during the summer are higher, as people tend to keep these appliances on all day to try to counteract the sultry heat of the cities.
This translates into higher utility bills, which will tend to increase further this summer due to the poor supply of raw materials and the resulting inflation, which will weigh heavily on Italians' wallets.
How to save on consumption and avoid high bills
In light of these considerations, here are some tips on how to deal with these price increases:
- Use a convenient supplier
If the costs of domestic utilities have become economically unsustainable, the first step is to pay attention to the different tariffs present on the energy supplier market, such as those of LIVE energy, for example, which can offer the opportunity to save on your energy plan, thus cutting costs on your bill.
This is an option that more and more Italians are thinking about, especially in light of the effects caused by the outbreak of war on the country's economy. There are solutions for both private individuals and commercial premises, with a dedicated discount that is different from the usual standard product that we all have at home.
- Take advantage of the evening slots
During the evening hours, using household appliances is certainly cheaper than in the morning, as prices tend to drop for all companies. The advice is therefore to wait until 20 pm to start your washing machine or dishwasher: you will do a favor to your pocket and also to the environment.
- Opt for natural ventilation
When possible, it is suggested to turn off the air conditioning and open the window or to use the blades of a fan or a portable device to avoid sweating at home. The same goes for offices, especially in the early hours of the morning or during sunset, when it tends to be cooler.
- Buying energy class A appliances
Investing in a modern appliance will bring a gain in terms of performance but also consumption over time, as the A class ensures lower costs on the bill at the end of the month. You can access these higher energy class technologies by taking advantage of the state incentives provided by the government.
Article published on 18 July 2022 - 18:33
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