Buenos Aires, December 30 (NA) — In the Federal Capital and its surroundings, extreme temperatures are expected for 48 hours, so it is necessary to pay attention and follow simple tips for efficient electricity use to avoid power cuts during the New Year's Eve celebrations. An important point to note is that the simultaneous use of several high-consumption appliances "increases energy demand and can generate peaks in the electrical grid", so it is necessary to choose low-consumption, high-efficiency appliances or those with an energy rating of A or higher. According to information provided to the Argentine News Agency, regarding home air conditioning, it is recommended to use the air conditioner at 24°C to achieve balanced consumption, complement with fans, clean filters periodically, keep doors and windows closed, use curtains to reduce heat ingress, and only air-condition the rooms we are in. Regarding lighting, energy company Edenor highlights the need to turn off lights that are not in use, use LED lamps, adapt the light to the needs of each environment, and prioritize focused lighting. For electronics, and no less important, it is suggested to disconnect appliances that remain on "standby" and turn off only the computer screen during short breaks. Regarding daily-use appliances that are plugged in every day, it was indicated that for the refrigerator, the gaskets should be checked, it should only be opened when necessary, and it should be placed away from heat sources; while for the washing machine, avoid use during high-demand hours, take full advantage of its capacity, and use short cycles. For food-heating appliances, Edenor points out: the microwave has high energy consumption, it is not necessary to preheat the electric oven, it is recommended to turn off the oven before finishing cooking and to cover pots when cooking on electric stoves to save up to 25% energy.
