Traditional switch to winter time It will take place in the early hours of Saturday, October 28th through Sunday, October 29th. turn the clock back one hour (it will be 02:00 at 03:00) energy-saving According to experts, this is “extremely controversial and minimal if it occurs.”
Experts explain that, while it is a highly controversial issue, the energy savings resulting from changing the clock can lead to the false perception that we are saving energy by simply changing the clock. The Institute for Energy Diversification and Conservation (IDAE) has revealed details of the savings potential in lighting “It could be up to 5 percent” as long as it accompanies “rational behavior” and the use of “lighting-saving technologies”.
“Time change” A tradition that began to become widespread in 1974 With the oil crisis, some countries decided to move their clocks forward to take better advantage of sunlight and consume less electricity. The ministry explained that the measure was implemented across the EU because “it was understood that the proper functioning of some sectors, including not only transport and communications, but also other branches of industry, requires long-term stable programming.” Thus, all European countries change their schedules on the last Sunday of March and the last Sunday of October.
Energy calculation
IDAE calculates energy savings achieved in previous months with early “summer” program may represent 5% of electricity consumption lightening, It corresponds to approximately 300 million euros. “From this amount”It corresponds to the potential of 90 million Spanish households, which means a saving of 6 euros per household; The remaining 210 million euros will be saved on buildings in the tertiary sector and industry.” These calculations are only indicative, as IDAE has not changed them for almost a decade and they do not intend to introduce successive increases in electricity rates. A 20% increase in the number of homes in recent years.
Additionally, IDAE emphasizes that:These are “potential” numbers Because to achieve these, it will be necessary to demonstrate “rational behavior” at home, as well as to use lighting-saving technologies in commercial buildings and industries. In the same statement, IDAE offers some tips for saving energy in heating; Among them the following stand out: “Apply air seals and adhesives to doors and windows” to achieve “5% to 10% energy savings.”
Other recommendations of the official institution are as follows: Turn off the heating at night or when you will be away from home for more than a day, and install double windows or double glazing, saving up to 20% energy.