Rising energy bills are prompting more Australians to look for ways to cut costs. But where to start?
Simple steps like installing LED lights, door seals and choosing new appliances wisely can make a difference to home energy bills.
Making simple swaps and upgrades can make a difference to power bills, but also the comfort and health of a home, said Sustainability Victoria’s interim chief executive Matt Genever. “That’s the best way to get both thermal comfort in your home and reduce your heating and cooling costs. Every degree you go outside that costs you an extra 10 per cent.”
Ceiling fans could also make a big difference and used a fraction of the energy of older airconditioning units, the experts said. A new reverse cycle split system airconditioner would be more efficient to run, though would use more energy than a fan.When Sydney couple Jason L’Ecuyer and Sophie Duxson moved into their first apartment last year, they knew they wanted to make upgrades to make their north-facing unit more comfortable.
Their bills dropped about 30 per cent as a result, and the temperature in their unit significantly improved, L’Ecuyer said. Rooney recommended those looking to larger investments like solar panels, work with a specialist provider to make sure their home had the appropriate orientation to benefit.
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