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Energy Smart

Where do I start? 

Whether you rent or own your home you'll find opportunities to save energy that can add up to hundreds of dollars in savings each year.

Contact your local council to find out what energy saving programs and initiatives are available in your area.

Energy Audit - understand your usage

Work out how much energy you're using now, where it's being used and its cost:

• Use the Star Rating Tool and compare your energy use with the average NSW household
• Do a Virtual Home Audit and discover how you use energy
• Calculate the real cost of your hot water, taking into account purchase, installation and running costs
• Find out where you could save and where energy is consumed in an average household
• Use the Greenhouse Emissions Calculator and find out how much greenhouse gas your household produces and how it can be reduced through choosing GreenPower

Use the personalised Energy Action Plan from the Virtual Home Audit to set targets and make steps towards improving energy use. To help you monitor your energy use consider using the cent-a-meter. This allows you to view in real-time your energy consumption and greenhouse gas impact.