Energy Conservation Case Study

1. Introduction
South Africa experienced load shedding in 2015. As the population grows, and with it increased energy dependence, our non-renewable energy resources are being exhausted at an increasing rate. Energy conservation needs to be given a higher priority than ever before. The high demand of energy has resulted into authorities raising awareness on energy conservation to help meet the supply and demand needs. Energy conservation refers to efforts made to reduce energy consumption. Energy conservation can be achieved through improved energy efficient use.(DME, 2005). Energy conservation can play an important role in personal financial security, economic security improved environmental quality and also general human comfort. Individual can

With the low price of energy in South Africa and also government subsidies leaves industries with no interest for industries for improving energy efficiency. Retrofitting of old industries to replace less energy efficient equipment. General maintenance of equipment can also help save energy.
3.6 What can you do to conserve energy?
Most of the energy used in households in mainly for heating and that means most of the energy conservation initiatives should be centred on saving energy from heating appliances.
It can save a lot of energy if the thermostat could be lowered. The thermostat should be turned off when the family is away on holidays. Replace old appliances with new energy efficient products. It is important to unplug power cables even after using electrical appliances. Appliances continue to use electricity even the appliances is turned off. Try to run appliances like dish washers and washing machines on full load. Use a microwave to cook meals whenever possible; it uses about half the energy of a conventional oven. Boil water in a kettle or covered pan; the water will boil faster and use less energy.