Energy saving tips

This is the information which we found in class for saving energy

Tips for saving energy if you’re staying home

• Defrost your freezer - it will run more efficiently
• Fix dripping taps
• Turn your appliances off at the wall when not in use
• Turn your lights down to the low setting, or turn them off altogether
• Make sure the temperature of your hot water is 55 degrees at the tap

Tips for saving energy if you’re going away

• Turn your appliances off at the wall - even appliances on standby use energy!
• Turn your heated towel rail off
• Sensor lights are great outside, they only turn on when needed and provide additional security for your home while you are away
• Turn the hot water cylinder off if you are going to be away for more than one week
• If you have a fridge that you won’t need to keep things chilled in, turn it off at the wall, but remember to leave the door open

These things can make a big difference, for no cost

• Use natural warmth from the sun as much as possible to dry clothes instead of the dryer. SAVE $40* every year.
• Washing powders are so effective in cold water these days, there’s really no need to do hot washes. SAVE $60* each year.
• Got a beer fridge? If you only turn it on at the weekend and keep it switched off during the week, you’ll SAVE $100* every year.
• Check that your hot water is no more than 55 degrees C at the tap. Every 10 degrees C higher than that, and you’re spending a hefty 10% more than you need to. SAVE $30* every year.
• Like your towels warm and dry? Your heated towel rail can do the job in just a couple of hours - then flick it off and you’ll SAVE $100* each year.
• Phase out standby mode altogether. It’s not just the obvious culprits like TVs, stereos and electronic equipment. Washing machines, dryers, and phone chargers left on at the wall can also drain a lot of unnecessary energy. Switch everything off at the wall and you’ll SAVE $75* a year.
• Try and reduce the amount of time spent in the shower. By limiting your showers to 5 minutes you could SAVE $100* per year.

$505 a year

eplace main light bulbs with fluorescent ones.

Initial Investment: Around $20 for four bulbs. 

You Save: $84 a year*.

Install a water-efficient shower head.

Initial Investment: $60 - $200 

You Save: $120 a year*.

Install a heat pump for healthy dry heat through your home.

Initial Investment: $2,500 - $4,500. You Save: $870 a year*.

Install insulation in your ceiling and under your floor.

Initial Investment: From $2,800 (based on 100m² home). 

You Save: $168 a year*.