Analysis of ESB usage

cocorocks

Does anyone know how much it costs to run (on average) the following average household appliances:

1. Fridge
2. Fridge freezer
3. Dishwasher
4. Clothes dryer
5. Emersion
6. Kettle
7. Washing machine
8. Dimplex oil heater
9. Blow heater
10. Laptop battery
11. Electric shower


Also is 1 unit KW = 16cents therefore 1w=1.6cents?

Thanks

Greenman

cocorocks wrote: »

Does anyone know how much it costs to run (on average) the following average household appliances:

Also is 1 unit KW = 16cents therefore 1w=1.6cents?

Thanks

This might be of help. https://www.esb.ie/esbcustomersupply/residential/energy_efficiency/appliance_calculator.jsp


Note a KW/Kilowatt is a 1000 watts.:)

Electric Ireland: David

Greenman, you took the words right out of my mouth.

Our Appliance Calculator is certainly the way to go here.
You can use it to:

• Estimate how much your home electrical appliances and lights cost to run
• Compare the cost of using appliances in different ways (e.g. washing clothes at 40 °C versus 60 °C)
• See the positive impact of using your appliances wisely (e.g. using a small ring on your stovetop versus a larger one)

Cost calculations are based on a 61-day cycle, just like your ESB Bill.

And as Greenman has also correctly pointed out, 1 Kilowatt is indeed 1,000 Watts, so if 1KW=16c, then 1W=0.016c. In any case, the calculator will take care of this part automatically.

Thanks,

David.

cocorocks

THANKS A MILL....It's brilliant....really useful

Electric Ireland: David

Hi cocorocks,

Really glad you find it useful! I really like it myself - I mention it whenever I get the opportunity! For the curious minded and the budget-conscious, it can be quite addictive!...

If you have any more queries don't hesitate to get in touch,

All the best,

David.

MR2912

The 16 cent is for 1 kiloWatthour (kWhr) during peak day hours (nighttime is approx half that, which is why it would be good to run dishwashers, washing machines etc after 11pm if possible), as opposed to a "kiloWatt".

A kWhr is consumed by running something that consumes 1 kiloWatt for exactly one hour. For example, running a 60 Watt bulb (0.06 kWatts) for 20 minutes during the day would cost :

KiloWatts x Time x Cost per kWhr = Total Cost

0.06 x 0.33 (20 mins = 0.33 hours) x 16 cent = 0.32 cents

And so on !

koura

What is the real cost when you add in Standing Charge + VAT + PSO.
Closer to 19.00c per unit.

mikom

MR2912 wrote: »

The 16 cent is for 1 kiloWatthour (kWhr) during peak day hours (nighttime is approx half that, which is why it would be good to run dishwashers, washing machines etc after 11pm if possible),

Is this not just for those on a special "nightsaver" scheme or is this the same for everyone?

koura

Question for ESB CS: David.
What is the cost Total Cost per unit including VAT+ETC.

Electric Ireland: David

Hi Koura,

For a residential customer on a standard 24-hour tariff, the price per unit is 16c incl. vat. For more on our residential pricing details, please see here.

I'm assuming by ETC you mean to refer to daily standing charge and PSO levy? Just to be clear, neither of these bear a direct relation to units used; the standing charge is made up of ESB Customer Supply costs which relate to billing and collection, and ESB Networks costs which are associated with meter reading and the expense of operating and maintaining the electricity network.

The PSO (Public Service Obligation) relates to the recovery of any additional costs associated with meeting the obligation to purchase electricity generated from sustainable, renewable and indigenous sources. It is a set charge approved by the CER (Commission for Energy Regulation) and applies to all customers equally, irrespective of their usage or electricity provider.

I hope this information helps.

Thanks,

David.

mikom

Am I black?

Electric Ireland: David

mikom wrote:

Am I black?

Sorry mikom! You're correct; the reduced rate is only applicable to those who are on the special Nightsaver tariff.

There is no charge for changing your existing electricity meter to the Nightsaver meter. However, should you wish to change back to a standard meter, a charge of €170 (excl. vat) - €192.95 (incl. vat) - would apply.

Please note that to benefit from the Nightsaver tariff you would need to be able to convert approx. 3 to 4 units to night time use (the reduced rate kicks in from 11pm until 8am in wintertime and from 12am to 9am in summertime).

As an example, a typical Urban or Rural customer using 5,300kWh per year would need to use a minimum of 3 units by night to benefit from the Nightsaver.

If you have any more questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

Thanks,

David.

koura

Hi David,
My ESB Bills.
January 838 units cost €164.71. 19.65c Per Unit.
March 841 units cost €162.52. 19.32c Per Unit.

Bottom line it costs me on Average 19.50c per Unit.


Koura.