Energy Saving Tips
Home Energy Savings
Temperature Control
Home Heating
Almost 62% of your energy dollars
go to heating and cooling.
Home Cooling
Annual servicing can reduce
cooling cost by up to 10%
Hot Water Heating
The average family uses 225 litres
of hot water a day!
Seasonal Savings
Set your Thermostat between
18-20°C to reduce heating costs.
Electrical Savings
Appliances
Water heating consumes about 90% of the
energy needed to operate a washing machine.
Phantom Power
Unplug devices and save up to 10%
on your energy use.
Home Lighting
LED bulbs save up to 75% in electricity.
Learn how to pick the right bulb.
Renovations
Landscaping
Well-placed trees can reduce energy
costs by up to 30-35%, depending on the season.
Window Savings
Reduce energy consumption by up to
8% by switching to ENERGY STAR certified windows.
Insulation
Save up to 25% by sealing all those leaks
around doors and windows.
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Fall and Winter energy saving tips (PDF)