7 Smart Ways to Save Electricity During GEPCO Peak Hours
Electricity rates are highest during peak hours. Discover 7 actionable habits to lower your monthly GEPCO units and stay within subsidized tariff slabs.
1. Schedule Water Motor Pumps Outside Peak Hours
Water pumps (1.5 HP to 3 HP) draw heavy startup power. Always fill overhead water tanks in the morning or early afternoon before peak hours.
2. Set Inverter Air Conditioners to 26°C
Running your inverter AC at 26°C instead of 18°C or 20°C reduces compressor load by up to 35%. Use ceiling fans to circulate cool air.
3. Shift Laundry & Ironing to Morning
Electric irons and clothes dryers consume 1,000 to 2,000 Watts. Complete these tasks outside evening peak hours.
4. Replace Bulbs with Energy-Efficient LEDs
Replacing 60W incandescent bulbs with 12W LEDs cuts lighting electricity usage by over 80%.