Save Electricity. Save Energy. (Power Saving Tips)

• Turn off lights, fans, A/Cs, TVs, computers, battery chargers, etc. when not in use.
• Turn off air conditioners or room heaters well before leaving the house.
• Turn off electrical appliances instead of using standby mode.
• Use dim light at bathrooms.
• Use dimmer control or rheostat / variable resistance to control brightness of table lamps.
• Use energy saving lamps like CFL (compact fluorescent lamp).
• Paint walls of rooms white or bright.
• Allow maximum sunlight during the day and turn off power supply to some lightings accordingly.
• Clean air conditioner filters periodically.
• Hot water at the kitchen sink, shower, or for washing need not to be too hot.
• Cut short the route and insulate hot water pipes.
• Run the dish washer and washing machine only when fully loaded.
• Defrost refrigerators regularly.
• Let there be air circulation around the refrigerator.
• Let the refrigerator be placed away from heat radiating sources.
• Reduce the frequency of opening the fridge and close it as quick as possible.
• Ensure the door seals well.
• The more the capacity of refrigerator the more will be the power consumption.
• Try to cook more than one item simultaneously in oven if feasible.
• Thaw frozen foods before cooking.
• Use wide bottomed vessel while cooking using the top of the electric range.
• Microwave ovens consume less energy.
• Use cold washes in your washing machine and dry clothes outside of washing machine as far as possible and if practicable.
• Keep light fixtures clean to get optimum light. By this, switching on extra lights is avoided.
• When using computers, make use of power saving modes, turn off peripherals when they are not in use.
• Let your TV have small screen and if possible watch it together with family members, for less time.
• Power saved is power produced.

Safe Travel Tips

• Travel light. Fewer luggage is more comfort.
• Familiarize yourself with train and bus schedules before traveling. Have an alternate plan in case change is inevitable.
• Keep an eye on your luggage. Fasten the luggage with immovable item/hook provided in train/bus with the help of a chain and lock it.
• Keep a photocopy of important documents, a small flashlight, a first aid kit, an address book, etc.
• Carry medicines if any with prescription.
• Don’t expose yourself with rich appearance.
• Never show money in public.
• Beware of pickpockets.
• Don’t travel alone in areas where crime is high.
• Don’t encourage beggars.
• Don’t accept any food or drink from a stranger or from a co-passenger.
• Protect your packed food, drinking water etc. Some one may mix tranquilizer, lift your valuables and may run away when you sleep.
• Frequently alter your schedule; don’t travel from one place to another at a fixed time everyday.
• Do not discuss travel plans, your room number or any other personal information in public within earshot of strangers.
• Have enough changes in small denominations /coins so as to ease transactions while clearing taxi bills etc.