SOLAR PANELS REALLY DELIVER!
We were promised a return of 20 to 30% if we had solar panels installed on our roof. That sounded unbelievable to us. However, almost a year later, we are looking at a return of 30 to 40%. Of course, this is not only due to the return of the solar energy. Further on in this blog I share a part of our”profitable“approach!
162 Kwh is the consumption of a single household
“In 1 year of 4 people consumption to under 2 persons!”

The images are the actual consumption figures. There is a normal life here. Hot water is used every day. Every day the TV is on in the evening. Tablets and laptop to charger but there is also a pump 24/7 for our aquarium.
(Corona: Work is done from home).

WHAT LED YOU?
One of the main austerity measures we have taken is to replace the energy-saving lamps for LED lamps. We have opted for Philips Hue because the control and configuration options are best developed. An advantageous alternative is IKEA TRÅDFRI LED Bulbs - Yes. The IKEA lamps work with their own system but also with and in combination with the Philips HUE bridge.

CALCULATION MODEL (CUT WITH LED)
A simple calculation gives you insight into what you can cut back. In 1 to 2 years you will earn the Philips HUE LED Lights Back. After that, you make a happy cut.

CALCULATION EXAMPLE:
With 4 halogen lamps of 35 watts that light up all 4, +/- 6 hours a day. (which is already a lot) burn together annually 8760 hours. Assuming your electricity costs €0.21 per kW/h, the four halogen lamps cost you €64.40 per year in energy. A similar LED lamp (at full power) consumes only €1.90 per year. For four pieces this comes at €7.60 per year. A savings of over €56 per year on your consumption! A Philips HUE warm white lamp costs +/- €14, - per piece. The color (multi-color) costs +/- €45 per piece.