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The Hindu
2 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Ceiling fans are used almost everyday; their power consumption can be cut by half by switching to BLDC tech
A ceiling fan is used at homes almost throughout the year. The amount of electricity needed to run it and the money spent on the bill can be cut by more than a half by switching from a conventional fan to Brushless Direct Current (BLDC) fan. A 75 Watt conventional fan when used for 16 hours a day consumes 1.2 Kilowatts per hour (kWh). At a unit (kWh) cost of ₹6.50, the electricity bill per annum only for a fan comes up to ₹2857. A 32 Watt Brushless Direct Current (BLDC) fan rotates around the same speed. It needs only 0.51 kWh when used for 16 hours. The per annum bill for a BLDC fan is — at the same tariff — is ₹1,208 per annum, which is a more than half the bill for conventional fan, according to information from Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TGSPDCL). This is one of the methods to reduce demand for power which helps in conserving the environment and saving money as well. The various methods are in focus ahead of the World Environment Day. A BLDC fan — which runs on Direct Current — consumes less energy. A BLDC fan costs around double of what a conventional fan does. However, the overall money saved is more by buying a BLDC fan, as per information from TGSPDCL. Similarly, a conventional tube light of 40 Watt consumes 0.4 kWh. And, a LED Batten of 20Watt consumes 0.2 kWh, according to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). 'Replace traditional incandescent or CFL bulbs with LED lights, which consume 75-80% less electricity. Choose appliances with 5-star or high-star ratings from BEE, such as refrigerators, ACs, and washing machines, which are designed to consume less electricity,' said Musharraf Faruqui, chairman & managing director of TGSPDCL The senior official said that use of electricity can be reduced if air conditioners are set at 24-26°C, as recommended by BEE, and if filters are cleaned monthly.
Hans India
2 days ago
- General
- Hans India
TGSPDCL CMD pitches for sustainable energy practices
Hyderabad: On the eve of World Environment Day, TGSPDCL Chairman and Managing Director Musharraf Faruqui appealed to people to adapt energy saving, sustainable practices. The official asserted that conserving energy is an important way to reduce strain on the environment. 'Replacing incandescent or CFL bulbs with LED lights will reduce electricity consumption by 75-80 per cent. Set ceiling fans to optimal speeds and air conditioners with temperatures between 24-26°C, as recommended by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), and clean filters monthly to reduce energy use,' he said. He suggested the use of BEE Star-Rated Appliances with high-star ratings, such as for refrigerators, ACs, and washing machines, which are designed to consume less electricity. 'Installing solar water heaters or rooftop solar panels will reduce reliance on grid electricity. Enabling power-saving settings on computers, TVs, and other electronics is especially relevant in urban areas with high gadget usage,' he added.
The Hindu
07-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Discom to ensure uninterrupted power supply to Miss World Pageant spots
HYDERABAD The Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Ltd (TGSPDCL) is making arrangements for uninterrupted power supply at all the venues where the 72nd Miss World Pageant is scheduled to be held and also at all the historical and tourist spots in the city that the guests are likely to visit. A team of the Southern Discom led by chairman and managing director Md. Musharraf Faruqui, including Chief Engineer (Metro) Chakrapani, Superintending Engineers Somi Reddy and Chandrashekhar, visited the locations to oversee the arrangements being made by the power utility staff. Speaking during the visit, Mr. Faruqui said the events related to the pageant would be held at about 20 locations, including the historical/ tourist spots. He asked the engineers, field staff and other employees of the Discom to stay vigilant round the clock so that there is no interruption in power supply even for a moment. They visited Chowmahalla Palace, Charminar, Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hitex (HICC) and other locations related to the Miss World Pageant
