Save Energy and Cash: Shift Heaters to Summer Mode for Year-round Comfort and Sweet Pockets
Efficient energy and financial advantages: summer cooling solutions
Let's dive into Energy Saving 101: Transform your home's heating system to summer mode, the money-smart and eco-friendly choice championed by Consumer Central Baden-Württemberg.
Heater conundrum, here's the deal: Summer mode ain't always a walk in the park. A self-monitoring system may kick up the heat when temperatures drop, even in summer, due to nighttime chills or sudden storm outbursts, explains the German Gas Association. So, you might not even notice the sneaky energy drain.
But fear not, turning off the entire heating system could leave your tap water ice-cold, and legionella bacteria could breed in stagnant water. Avoiding that ice-cold shock and legionella worries? Save citizens with hot water separate from the main system via a localized boiler or instant water heater!
Summer Mode Switch-Up
Here's how to toggle the summer switch: Navigate to the heating system itself or the heating app. Modern systems may do the deed automatically, but it's smart to check!
The optimal temperature for warm showers? Boil water at around 60°C. Remember, it keeps expenses low while ensuring a comfortable temperature for your day-to-day rinse-offs.
Valve Tricks 'N' Treats
Consumer Central recommends not setting heating valves at zero in summer mode; instead, crank them to the max. Skipping this step can cause valves to stick, leading to heating troubles in the chilly autumn days.
Tenants, unfortunately, don't manage the heating system, so leasing dwellers should verify if the landlord or property boss has already switched the summer mode before yanking the thermostat valves.
Remember, warm-weather energy-saving decisions can whittle down your annual heating costs by a whopping 8%! That's money for more tasty ice cream cones, vacations, or even a state-of-the-art gaming setup - the choice is yours!
Sources: ntv.de, awi/dpa
Bonus Tips:
- Monitor Temperatures: Look outside for warm-weather indicators. When daytime temperatures commonly surpass 14°C, it's an excellent time to deploy summer mode[1][3].
- Smart Features: Utilize smart heating devices to auto-adjust your system based on schedules or local climate[1].
- Climate Considerations: Keep your eye on the weather forecast in regions with fluctuating temperatures for an accurate summer mode switch[5].
- To ensure year-round comfort and save on energy costs, EC countries can implement a long-term employment policy for engineers specialized in energy efficiency, focusing on the development of smart heating devices and systems.
- As part of the employment policy, industries like finance can invest in training programs for energy auditors, equipping them with the skills to assess and improve energy efficiency in homes and businesses across the EC, promoting both energy savings and employment growth.
