NST: Use electricity prudently during hot weather, urges TNB

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KUALA LUMPUR: Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) has advised consumers to be prudent in using electricity during the current hot weather.

TNB, in a statement today, informed that electricity consumption may increase due to the hot weather.

As such, TNB shared some energy-saving tips at home such as encouraging consumers not to leave the air conditioners, fans and lights on in an empty room and to switch off electrical appliances such as computers after use.

"When the weather is hot, cover the windows with thick curtains so that heat does not enter. Do not leave electrical appliances on standby mode.

"Use LED bulbs that last longer and are more energy-saving and wash large amount of clothes at a time. Consumers should choose electrical appliances with 4 or 5-star energy efficiency rating from the Energy Commission," read the statement.

At night, consumers are advised to turn on the ceiling fan for air circulation and to cool down the room before the air conditioner is turned on and to set the timer to save on electricity usage.

In the kitchen, they should ensure that the refrigerator is not exposed to direct sunlight or placed close to the stove. They should stack items in the fridge with at least two-thirds of its capacity to allow cool air to circulate.

"Choose a microwave oven that uses significantly low energy because this saves electricity by 10 to 25 per cent and switch on the water heater only when you want to use it and switch it off immediately after use," TNB advised in the statement.

TNB also advises consumers to make optimum use of the washing machine capacity and to dry clothes in the sun instead of using a dryer. In the bathroom, consumers are advised to take a cold shower which is more refreshing.

"To directly monitor electricity consumption, consumers are also encouraged to take advantage of the smart meter service if it is already installed, either through myTNB portal (www.mytnb.com.my) or via the myTNB application.

"Visit www.mytnb.com.my/energy-efficiency/home-energy-savings-tips/tips-tricks to know more on smart electricity-saving measures," read the statement.

Earlier the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) issued a hot weather level one caution in several areas with temperatures reaching between 35 and 37 degrees Celsius – BERNAMA

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