Appliances, including lighting, use approximately 39% of household power. You can choose energy efficient appliances and reduce your appliance use which will save you money and reduce the impact on the environment.
You can make a difference when purchasing a new computer by choosing one that will have less environmental impacts, or by buying second-hand to give used products a new life.
You can save on water use in your home by looking out for the water efficiency label the next time you buy a washing machine.
You can make real savings on your power bill by turning off appliances at the wall when not in use.
Energy Rating Labels are a good way of comparing the energy use of appliances
Replacing regular light bulbs with more energy efficent options can significantly cut lighting costs.
Fridges are the most energy hungry appliance in the home, there are some simple ways you can get more out of your fridge and use less energy.
A guide to typical appliance running costs.
Want to know where in your home the biggest energy savings can be made?
Even when turned off, appliances can still draw power. New Zealanders use more electricity keeping products on standby than we do actually using them.
