Following the first cold snap of the year, many Irish households are now dealing with increased energy bills.
And, this latest energy sapping period comes shortly after the Christmas season, a time when extra lights, holiday cooking, and family gatherings only added to financial strains.
Many homes are unknowingly spending more than necessary by using household appliances. With this in mind, research carried out by Energia has highlighted the devices that are contributing most to Ireland’s electricity bills.
Their team of experts analysed the electricity consumption of various household items and calculated the cost per hour to run each appliance. Although the tumble dryer is often identified as the most expensive appliance to operate, the research shows it only ranks third on the list.
Ovens, notorious for their high energy consumption, rank even lower in terms of efficiency. The research reveals that the least energy-efficient household appliances are the power shower, followed by the immersion heater, and then the tumble dryer.
Operating a power shower for an hour will cost you €3.33, nearly double the expense of using an immersion heater (€1.67) and over twice the cost of running a tumble dryer (€1.30). Conversely, more economical appliances include the 42-inch LCD TV, which costs a mere €0.04 per hour.
An average washing machine will set you back €0.43 per hour, while a dishwasher comes in at €0.65. Using a plug-in lawn mower for an hour will cost you €0.56.
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In the realm of cooking, the air fryer emerges as the most energy-efficient option, costing just €0.56 per hour, or €0.28 for 30 minutes of use. In contrast, an oven costs €0.58 per hour of cooking.
A microwave consumes slightly more energy at €0.65 per hour, which equates to just €0.05 for five minutes of use. Meanwhile, a toaster operates at €0.68 per hour, or €0.11 for 10 minutes of use.
These costs are based on a unit rate cost of 37 cents.
In response to rising energy cost, the Government is providing €250 in energy credits to every home in Ireland as part of Budget 2025..
This amount will be distributed in two payments of €125 each, with one already issued and the second due this month. While this assistance is certainly appreciated, it’s unlikely to significantly reduce some household bills given the ongoing cost of living crisis. As a result, many people are looking for ways to decrease their energy use and lower their bills.
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