Wie profitiere ich von dem Zeitnutzungs-Tarifplan?

Wenn Sie Elektrizität verwenden, ist ebenso wichtig wie wie viel electricity you use. Most electricity users are now on a Time-of-Use (TOU) Tarifplan to support the state’s transition to cleaner energy while maintaining energy reliability. This plan helps reduce carbon emissions by decreasing fossil fuel resources and increasing solar resources.

Was ist der TOU-Tarifplan?

Compared to tiered rates, TOU pricing more accurately reflects the cost of electricity at the time you consume it. It means that electricity costs depend on the time of day. During evening hours, when electric demand goes up as we turn on our lights and cook dinner, higher (peak) prices for energy are charged. During daytime hours, when consumption and demand are lower, lower (off-peak) prices for energy are charged.

Was ist der Vorteil von TOU?

The TOU rate plan encourages you to use electricity when demand is lower and power is cheaper. It helps to alleviate strain on the electric grid during peak times. TOU rates support a cleaner power grid by encouraging energy use when renewable resources are more readily available. Solar production typically peaks in the early afternoon, and wind energy peaks in the evening. Energy demand tends to spike 4−9 p.m., when renewable energy resources aren’t at their highest production. Without energy conservation during this time, fossil fuel power plants are more likely to be switched on.

Welchen Nutzen hat die TOU für die Umwelt?

TOU-Tarife kommen der Umwelt zugute, indem sie Sie dazu ermutigen, Ihren Stromverbrauch auf Tageszeiten zu verlagern, in denen Solarenergie leicht verfügbar ist, und nicht auf Zeiten, in denen das Netz hauptsächlich mit fossilen Brennstoffen betrieben wird. Wenn Sie Ihren Hauptstromverbrauch außerhalb der Spitzenzeiten von 16 bis 21 Uhr verlagern, bedeutet dies, dass während der Stunden mit hoher Nachfrage weniger fossile Brennstoffe erzeugt werden müssen. Wenn Sie Ihren Stromverbrauch in die Mittagsstunden (12-16 Uhr) verlagern können, können Sie Ihre Wäsche waschen, das Abendessen kochen und Ihr Haus mit Energie kühlen, die größtenteils aus Sonnenenergie und anderen erneuerbaren Quellen erzeugt wird.

Die Verringerung des Verbrauchs fossiler Brennstoffe verbessert die Umwelt- und Gesundheitsergebnisse, unter anderem:

Bessere Luftqualität, insbesondere in Gemeinden in der Nähe von Kraftwerken für fossile Brennstoffe
Geringere Raten von Asthma und anderen Lungen- und Herzkrankheiten
Lowered greenhouse gas emissions, which cause climate change

Können Sie mit TOU-Tarifen Geld sparen?

Absolutely! Customers on a TOU rate plan can benefit from lower rates by shifting their energy consumption to off-peak hours. Running major appliances like your washer and dryer during lower-priced, off-peak hours is a simple way to reduce your bill. When you use electricity during peak hours, consider making small adjustments like raising the temperature on your thermostat to 78 degrees in the warmer months or unplugging appliances that you aren’t using. You can also load your dishwasher or washing machine so that they’re ready to run later in the evening or during the daytime. Not only will you lower your bill, but you will also support California’s clean energy future.

Was kann ich tun, um meine Rechnung mit dem TOU-Tarif zu senken?

Small adjustments can make it easy to lower your bill with a TOU rate.

Precool your home so that you don’t need to use air-conditioning during peak hours (4− 9 p.m.).
Run major appliances (dishwasher, washing machine, and dryer) before 4 p.m. or after 9 p.m.
Warten Sie mit dem Aufladen Ihres Elektroautos bis nach 21.00 Uhr.
Skip the oven and opt for a refreshing salad, especially on hot summer nights.
Implement Energie-Effizienz upgrades that reduce your usage overall. Easy upgrades include adding insulation, swapping out old light bulbs, and cleaning your air filters.
Avoid electricity entirely. Consider line drying your clothes, going for a walk or a picnic during peak hours, or trying a hobby that doesn’t require electricity.