Here are our Top 10 Energy Sense Hints to help you use less electricity and help the environment.
- If you're not using a light, turn it off
- Be Aircon Smart - set your air conditioner at 25oC in summer and 18oC in winter as these are the most comfortable and energy efficient temperature settings.
- Fix leaking hot water taps quickly. Just 60 drops of water a minute could add up to 9,000 litres of water down the drain in a year.
- Install a water-saver showerhead to cut hot water usage by up to 50 percent while maintaining water pressure.
- Switch to energy efficient light bulbs.
- Use sun and fresh air to dry your laundry. It will always be the most energy efficient way. After all it's free!
- Install ceiling insulation with a minimum rating that suits your locality to help keep you cool in summer and warm in winter.
- Ask Ergon Energy if our economy tariff options are suitable for your hot water system and other appliances.
- Take shorter showers. You'll save on your hot water bill by using less energy to heat the water.
- When planning to buy a new appliance, check the star or energy rating of the selected appliance. The more stars, the more energy efficient the appliance.
Download our Using your energy sense around the house brochure for more ways to use less electricity in your home.