Being more energy efficient
Easy tips on how to reduce your energy bills, make your home more comfortable and help our environment.
By choosing the right lights, you can reduce your electricity use and downsize your bills.
Keep your house cool in summer and warm in winter with insulation and draught proofing.
If you’re a renter, learn some tips on how to make your apartment or house more energy efficient.
Choosing energy efficient appliances
Lots of factors go into choosing the right dishwasher for your home but in the long run, an energy efficient one will save you energy, water and money.
Fridges are one of the most expensive appliances to buy and run. As they consume energy 24 hours a day, it’s important to think outside the icebox and choose a model that will save power.
While buying a big, cheap television may be tempting, it could cost you in the long run. The type of technology, screen size and brightness all contribute to how much electricity your television will use.
Choosing an energy efficient air conditioner cuts your electricity bills and is better for the environment.
Buying new laundry appliances is a good opportunity to save electricity and water, but with so many options it can be confusing to know which one to buy.
Measure your usage
The first step to reducing your power bill is working out what's using the most energy. Once you know what's using the most power, simple changes can make a big difference.
A smart meter is a device with a digital two-way communication system that measures when you use electricity and how much.
Wireless technology is useful for many households that want to monitor and manage their energy use.
The biggest guzzler in the home is hot water. If you are reeling from bill shock, take stock of what is using energy in your home.
Do you live in an apartment? Not sure why your building is using lots of energy?