Category: Affordable and Clean Energy

A simple action that supports UN SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 7 isn’t just about renewable power — it’s also about using energy more efficiently. Most discussions focus on big appliances or electric vehicles, but there’s a sizeable opportunity hiding right in your living room: your always-on Wi-Fi router. The Problem: Invisible Energy Waste at Home Most people don’t realize how much electricity their home draws even when devices…

Every day, countless lights glow in empty rooms—offices, hallways, restrooms, and homes—quietly wasting electricity and money. But with one small upgrade, you can stop that waste and make your space more sustainable. Switching a standard light switch to a motion-sensor with daylight detection ensures lights turn on only when someone’s present and only when natural light isn’t enough. This simple five-minute change supports SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy by cutting unnecessary electricity use, saving…

Today, try this: fill your kettle (or water boiler) with only the amount of water you need before boiling.This simple habit lowers energy use, cuts carbon emissions, and costs nothing to adopt and supports the Sustainable Development Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Engergy. Why It Matters In the UK, three-quarters of households overfill their kettles, wasting energy every day.(Source: University of Strathclyde & Energy Saving Trust study) Research shows that boiling only the water you…

Every device you charge—your phone, laptop, or tablet—has a carbon footprint, and when you plug it in matters. Charging during off-peak hours not only reduces your electricity bill but also eases the burden on power grids during high-demand periods, decreasing the reliance on carbon-intensive energy sources. By shifting your charging habits to times when renewable energy is more available and the grid is under less stress, you actively support SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy,…

One Tiny Twist That Cools Your Energy Bills—and the Planet The next time you open your fridge, do this: reduce the temperature by just 1 °C (about 2 °F). That’s it. This small, single action helps your refrigerator run more efficiently, lowers your electricity bill, and supports global efforts toward cleaner, more sustainable energy. It’s an effortless adjustment that directly contributes to SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy. Why This Small Action Matters Refrigerators are often the most energy-hungry appliances in our…

A Tiny Daily Habit with Big Energy Savings Every day, dim the brightness on just one screen—your laptop, your smartphone, or your tablet—by about 20–30%. It’s a quick tweak that conserves energy, lessens eye strain, and nudges you toward more sustainable tech habits. This aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy. Why It Works Display screens are one of the largest energy consumers in electronic devices—accounting for 30–60% of total energy use, especially in laptops,…

Did you know that your electronics are quietly draining energy—even when you’re not using them? That sneaky power drain is called standby power, and it’s a surprisingly big contributor to wasteful energy consumption. Here’s a clever, tech-savvy action you can take today to directly support UN SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy. Install a smart power strip that automatically shuts down your devices after inactivity! Why this tiny tech fix packs a big punch Standby power…

The world is facing an energy crisis, and one of the biggest contributors to global energy consumption is the demand for lighting. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), lighting accounts for about 19% of global electricity use. But what if you could switch to a solution that doesn’t cost the Earth—literally and figuratively? Switching to solar-powered outdoor lights is an easy, sustainable choice that can reduce your carbon footprint, cut energy costs, and help support SDG 7: Affordable…

The Challenge: Air-dry your laundry using a clothesline or drying rack instead of a tumble dryer. This small change supports Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7: Affordable and Clean Energy, which aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. By reducing the use of energy-intensive appliances at home, you contribute to global energy conservation efforts and help lower greenhouse gas emissions. Why It Matters Tumble dryers are among the highest energy-consuming…

In a world where artificial lighting is the norm, we often overlook the power of natural sunlight in brightening up our spaces and our well-being. With longer daylight hours during certain seasons, there’s a simple, impactful change we can make—use natural sunlight instead of artificial lighting whenever possible! By making this small adjustment, you are not only saving energy and reducing electricity bills but also contributing to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7: Affordable and Clean…