a.Saving energy
Power Strips : Even when turned off , appliances such as TVs , DVDs , cable machine , network router , computers and chargers consume between 5W and 30W per hour and can cost $ 100 to $ 500 dollars per year , totaling about 5 % of the average electricity bill . Power strips control various components and facilitate the disconnection of devices at the same time.
Do not use a screen saver : Do not use screen protectors. Turn off the monitor instead , or configure the computer to turn off automatically when not in use .
Turn off your computers and monitors at night , or between uses induce your computer to sleep : use stand by or sleep hibernation mode.
Prefer efficient products : One of the best ways to help reduce energy consumption is to buy products with the Energy Star label , present in the following categories : chargers , appliances and personal care products , adapters , cordless phones , converters , audio components , DVDs , TVs and computers .