Energy-saving tips

General tips on home energy efficiency

• Switch to LED and low-energy lamps
• Turn off the lights when leaving a room
• Turn off electronics like computer and TV when not in use - avoid standby mode
• Unplug chargers that are not in use
• Use multiple sockets with a circuit-breaker to easily turn off several devices and chargers at once
• Here you'll find tips and measures to optimize the heating and ventilation in your student housing

Save energy in the kitchen

• When boiling water, use a kettle or a saucepan with the lid on
• Make sure the pots and pans are the same size as the hobs you are using
• Allow the food to cool before putting it in the fridge/freezer
• Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator instead of in the microwave

Save energy in the the bathroom

• Turn off the water while brushing your teeth
• Shower quickly and efficiently - turn off the water when soaping up
• Report faults such as a dripping tap or leaking toilet to avoid unnecessary water loss

Save energy in the the laundry room

• Air your clothes, wash only when necessary
• Make sure the machine is full when washing, to optimize each laundry cycle
• Don’t wash at an overly high temperature, 30–40 degrees is enough if clothes are only lightly soiled
• If you have time, run the Eco program
• Use a drying cabinet rather than a tumble dryer (your clothes will also last longer)
• If you have space, dry your clothes on a drying rack at home