Myhomemetreapp / Siti Nur ‘Ainaa Omar and Ezzat Fahmi Ahmad

One of the most pressing issues confronting civilization in recent decades has been the use of energy. Several techniques have been implemented to minimise energy consumption, such as encouraging the use of renewable energy sources or boosting energy efficiency. However, as people’s usage of electronic devices for entertainment and online meetings or lessons increases, electricity and water expenditures also rise day by day. This study addresses the issue of the increasing carbon emissions in Malaysia due to residential and commercial energy consumption. When excessive electricity is used in residential and commercial buildings for lighting, heating, cooling, appliances, and other activities, indirectly it contributes to the emissions of more carbon dioxide (CO2) into the air, specifically if the electricity is generated from fossil fuels. Electricity generation is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, especially when fossil fuels are used as the primary energy source. Excessive use of water in residential areas can indeed contribute to the depletion of water resources and lead to a range of environmental and socio-economic challenges. Furthermore, if the number of people keep growing from day to day, the electricity bill, as well as the water bill, will rise.