How to save energy in a rental apartment?

Adopting energy-efficient practices and making environmentally responsible decisions are two crucial factors when living in a rental apartment. This is the only way you can contribute to creating a more stable, resilient market focused on a future with sustainable energy.

Looking for tips on how to save energy? Keep reading to discover how you can improve your well-being and care for the environment.

The importance of saving energy in a rental apartment

When we talk about energy, we are not only referring to electricity but also to resources like gas, oil, water, coal, and fossil fuels. By implementing energy-saving tactics, we can:

1. Conserve resources
2. Protect the environment
3. Reduce dependency on foreign resources
4. Gain a better understanding of the energy market

Tips to save energy

Keep these small practices in mind to make significant changes:

• Regulate temperatures

Maintain the indoor temperature between 19 and 21 degrees in the winter and between 24 and 26 in the summer. Dressing accordingly and ensuring good ventilation in the apartment can also reduce the need to turn on the heating and air conditioning.

• Use natural light

If you paint the walls and floor in light colors and strategically place mirrors to reflect the light, you will maximize the natural light coming in and reduce the need to use artificial lighting.

• Do not block the radiators

Keep the radiators clear of wet clothes on the radiators or furniture to ensure efficient heat distribution throughout the home and avoid unnecessary energy consumption.

• Use energy-saving light bulbs

Make sure all light bulbs are Light Emitting Diodes (LED), as they consume less energy and last longer than the conventional ones.

• Disconnect unused devices

Unplug computers, televisions, and coffee makers when unused, as they consume energy even when on standby. Additionally, we recommend:

1. Adjusting the size of pots and pans to the burners.
2. Use the washing machine and dishwasher only when full.
3. Regulate the fridge and freeze temperatures to optimal levels.

We advise you to adopt these sustainable measures

As you have seen, betting on sustainability largely depends on you, but at KM2 Real Estate Services, we want to help with everything within our power.

¿Qué podemos hacer por ti?

1. Analyze your electric bill
2. Conduct energy audits
3. Obtain the energy certificate for both the building and the apartment
4. Study the feasibility of the installation of photovoltaic panels and electric charging points

Do not hesitate to contact our real estate agency in Barcelona or Madrid now for more information.