How can I save money when using electrical appliances?

Jul 4, 2026 5 min

About this episode

You might be surprised to learn that how we use our electric devices can make real changes to our energy consumption and our bills. So here are some simple tips to help you change your habits and save on your energy bills. Many appliances use energy even when they are on standby. Chargers still draw power even if the device is not connected, media players, Phones with displays that show when not in active use, like cordless phones and smart home appliances like refrigerators, washer and dryers that have always-on displays and many more. What if I need to leave things on standby? How can I save money by changing the way I use appliances? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What is a transference in psychiatry?⁠ ⁠Does cold weather really make us sick?⁠ ⁠How to save money on your heating bill this winter?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast: 05/01/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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