Energy Ministry Offers Tips on Saving Electricity and Getting the Most Value
Thailand's Energy Ministry released practical strategies for reducing electricity consumption, recommending behavioral changes like using high-drain appliances sparingly, setting air conditioners to 26-27°C, and combining laundry loads to l
On April 28, the Energy Ministry's Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency announced recommendations for appropriate electricity use to keep bills manageable. The ministry broke down savings strategies by usage patterns, noting that real savings are possible through behavioral changes.
For high-consumption appliances—use briefly but effectively: - Water heater (13.5–23.5 baht/hour) - Iron (3.5–10 baht/hour) - Vacuum cleaner (6–8 baht/hour) - Deep fryer (3.5–6.44 baht/hour)
Behavior to adjust: Avoid leaving devices running unattended. Use only when necessary and turn off immediately.
For continuous-use appliances—the longer you use them, the more you need to manage: - Air conditioner (2.5–6 baht/hour): Set temperature to 26-27°C and use a fan to assist. Turn off when not in the room.
For cyclical-use appliances—combine uses for better value: - Washing machine (2–8 baht/hour): Instead of washing small loads repeatedly, combine clothes and wash once for greater savings.
For low-consumption appliances—use comfortably but with discipline: - Fan (0.15–0.25 baht/hour) - Air purifier (0.09–0.20 baht/hour) - Television (0.40–1 baht/hour) - Refrigerator (0.30–0.40 baht/hour)
These can run continuously but should be turned off when not in use to reduce accumulated costs.
