Demand for heating increases due to snow and cold Power saving measures that can be reasonably done –Weathernews

2022/01/06 18:21 Weathernews

It snowed in Kanto on the 6th (Thursday) today, and it is extremely cold around 0 ℃ in the afternoon when the snow is heavy.

At home, many people spend their days working at full capacity for heating, such as by remote work.

Meanwhile, on the evening of the 6th (Thursday), TEPCO requested another electric power company to accommodate the electric power for the first time this winter in order to secure a stable supply.

Considering the situation where demand is rapidly increasing due to snow and cold, and the amount of power generated from solar power generation is not expected to be large, we received power interchange from other general power transmission and distribution companies to ensure a stable power supply. I am.

Looking at the breakdown of household power consumption, it seems that the power consumption of air conditioners is the highest. This winter, as one of the measures against infectious diseases, diligent ventilation is also required, and electricity consumption may be higher than usual.

I don’t think it’s necessary to put up with the cold, but I would like to introduce a few things to keep in mind when using the air conditioner to save electricity.

1. Reduce the opening and closing of doors and windows so that warm air is not missed at timings other than ventilation.

2. Cut heat in and out with curtains and blinds

3. Take measures to raise the sensible temperature, such as cardigans, kneeling, and socks.

4, Adjust the wind direction plate of the air conditioner downward.In addition, a fan is also used to circulate the warm air that tends to accumulate on the ceiling.
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5. Turn off the switch when going out or 15 to 20 minutes before going to bed

6. Clean the area around the outdoor unit and improve the efficiency of the air conditioner.

Other,
・ Wash the laundry the day after it is sunny
・ Dinner can be cooked only with gas
For example, shifting the peak of electricity is also a power saving measure.

Although the snow in the Kanto region will settle tonight, the severe cold of around 0 ° C will continue until the morning of the 7th (Friday) tomorrow.

Especially on weekdays, there is a tendency for electricity demand to be high.
It is expected that the frequency of heating will increase until the morning of the 7th (Friday) tomorrow.

Electric power companies are also aiming for a stable power supply, but it would be nice if they could try to save electricity within a reasonable range.

Federation of Electric Power Companies HP
Press Release / Notice (https://www.tepco.co.jp/pg/company/press-information/press/2022/1668177_8617.html)
OCCTO HP
Agency for Natural Resources and Energy, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (https://www.enecho.meti.go.jp/category/electricity_and_gas/setsuden/archive/2014winter/todo/todo_winter_01.html)