Tips for saving energy at home in the Canary Islands

In a Canarian home, spending breaks down in a very specific way: cooling, hot water and appliances account for almost all of it. With the temperatures here, heating barely counts. Knowing that, a few well-chosen changes already show up on the bill.

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Home lighting

Make the most of natural light: with the sun we get in the Canary Islands, you barely need to switch anything on during the day.
Paint with light colours: white spreads light better and reduces the need for bulbs.
Switch to LED: up to 80% less consumption, and they last longer.
Turn off lights when you leave a room.
Motion sensors in hallways and outdoor areas.
Clean fixtures: more brightness without spending more.

Appliances

Choose A-rated or better when buying. Don't put hot food in the fridge or leave the door open longer than necessary. Use the ECO programme on the washing machine and dishwasher, only with a full load. Unplug what you're not using (standby mode consumes too) and consider induction hobs over ceramic ones.

Air conditioning and climate control

Here spending is concentrated in cooling, not heating. Keep the AC between 24 and 26 ºC: every degree lower drives up consumption. Seal doors and windows so the cool air doesn't escape, lower blinds during the sunniest hours, and consider a ceiling fan before air conditioning whenever you can. Clean the filter regularly, and ventilate early in the morning or at night, when it's cooler.

Hot water

A short shower beats a bath. Set the water heater between 50 and 60 ºC. Fit aerators on taps and check for leaks: a dripping tap wastes far more than it seems. With the sun available on the island, a solar water heater is also worth it.

Solar panels at home

Installing solar panels reduces your reliance on the grid in the long run, and batteries let you use at night what you generated during the day. In the Canary Islands, with the best solar irradiation in Spain, it's the most cost-effective option.

You'll already notice the difference with these changes. If you want to go further, get in touch and we'll look into it together.

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Frequently asked questions

Where does the electricity go in a home here?

In most homes on the island, the bulk goes on cooling, hot water and appliances. If you want to see a real difference, that's where to look first.

Is it worth installing solar panels in a single-family home in Tenerife?

Almost always, yes. With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, few investments pay for themselves so quickly. We do a free assessment to confirm it for your specific case.