Goals:


I want to buy energy efficient products

The following tips will help you to achieve this goal.

Small steps

Replace your regular light bulbs with eco-bulbs

Replacing your highest-use lights with CFLs can save on your power bill. They use 20% of the energy of other bulbs and produce the same amount of light. Put them in the five most-used areas of your home.

Choose eco-friendly cleaning products

Next time you go shopping look for eco-friendly cleaning products. They are less harmful to your health and our waterways.

Medium steps

If you're changing your showerhead, consider installing a low-flow shower head

Installing a low flow shower head can reduce water flow by nearly half, from 12 litres or more to seven litres a minute saving water and energy.

Reduce your power use — install a timer on your heater

A timer will ensure you heat your house only when you are home.

Consider the size of the room when choosing a heating system

More guidance on finding the proper sized heater for your room can be found on the Consumer Institute website.

Choose energy efficient appliances — look for the Energy Star label or star rating

Use the Energy Star website to choose products which use less energy.

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