This Tuesday, EDF customers who subscribed to the Tempo offer experienced the second “red day” of the season. But what is this option which offers three different prices depending on the time of year? RMC Conso explains and advises you to prevent your electricity bill from rising.
Electricity, but not always at the same price. EDF subscribers who subscribed to the Tempo option experienced the second “red day” of the season this Tuesday. This period provides that during this period, 22 days, over a period of five months, will be classified “red”. This corresponds to an increase in the price of kWh, during peak hours, up to 2.8 times more than the regulated rate. RMC Conso explains how this offer is broken down and reveals some tips for reducing electricity expenses if you are in “red days”.
Three different prices
If we look in detail at the Tempo offer, we discover a calendar which includes 300 so-called “blue” days, 43 so-called “white” days and therefore 22 so-called “red” days. The three tariffs, scattered throughout the year, offer a more advantageous electricity price overall, with 37% savings compared to the regulated tariff during off-peak hours and 40% savings during peak hours. .
For the white rate, available throughout the year, excluding Sundays, the saving during off-peak hours can be up to 28% compared to the regulated rate and up to 30% during peak hours.
As for the red rate, the latter is scheduled between November 1 and March 31 of the following year, excluding weekends and public holidays. This is when the price per kWh during peak hours can be up to 2.8 times higher.
During off-peak hours, EDF ensures a saving of 24% on the price of electricity. Before each “red” day, the company warns its Tempo contract subscribers by message.
If the cold period lasts, there may be up to five consecutive Tempo red days (Monday to Friday),” indicates EDF on its website.
The Tempo rate calendar is available online.
To pay less, you have to consume wisely
Without completely stopping their electricity use during periods of rising kWh prices, Tempo customers can use certain tips to control their consumption.
In the middle of a “red day”, EDF advises transferring electricity consumption to off-peak hours, i.e. between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. the next day. But that's not all. Consumers are invited to turn down their heating by 1°C. According to Ademe, this gesture reduces its consumption by 7%.
Customers can also anticipate the charging of their devices (phone, tablet, computer) and unplug small appliances, television or even game consoles as much as possible.
Note that these actions can also be useful for customers who have subscribed to other electricity contracts. To be most efficient in your savings, it is important to scrutinize the conditions of your contract, such as off-peak and peak time slots.
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