Top 10 Energy Smart Tips
Below is 10 energy saving tips for any home. Next to each tip is the estimated approximate annual saving if these tips are implemented.
1. Replace your old water heater with a gas boosted solar water heater
• Replacing an electric water heater - $630 per year savings
• Replacing a gas water heater - $491 per year
2. Install ceiling insulation - $383 per year
3. Turn off the second fridge - $158 per year
4. Turn off appliances at the wall when not in use, saving standby - $142 per year
5. Use a ceiling fan as an effective cooling alternative on most summer
days - $129 per year
6. Reduce the length of your shower from 8 mins to 4 mins
• Electric water heater - $ 113 per year
• Gas water heater - $ 69 per year
7. Wash clothes in cold water instead of hot water
7. Wash clothes in cold water instead of hot water
• Electric water heater - $98 per year
• Gas water heater - $60
8. Turn off the home computer when not in use, or activate standby
shutdown feature - $84 per year
9. Replace 4 incandescent globes with 4 compact fluorescents, in high
use areas - $62 per year
10. Choose your air conditioner wisely. If you do decide to purchase a
reverse cycle air conditioner, ensure it is an energy efficient high-star
rated air-conditioner, rather than a low-star model. Remember,
evaporative air conditioners have much lower greenhouse gas
emissions than equivalent refrigerated air conditioning systems.
Sourced from the Sustainable Energy Development Office.