Sustainable Homes and Communities Program. Saving Energy and Water at Home Presentation Outline Why is it important to save energy? Where is energy used.

Sustainable Homes and Communities Program

Saving Energy and Water at HomePresentation Outline

• Why is it important to save energy?

• Where is energy used at home?

• Ways to use less energy at home

• Star ratings

• Bill reading

• Questions

Why save energy? • Beat rising energy prices!

• More comfortable home

• Help protect the environment

Electricity use at home…

Insulation

Draught-proofing

Windows and coverings

Heating

Cooling

Temperature

Winter: 18-20 degrees

Summer: 25-27 degrees

Hot water

4 minutes only!

Lighting

Switch off!

Fridge/Freezers

Temperatures:

Fridge: 5 degrees

Freezer: -17 degrees

Clothes washing

Appliances

Star ratings

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Payment plans and bill issues• High bills or payment difficulties?

• Speak to your energy provider – make a plan.

• Concessions available via: DHS (1800 658 521 or www.dhs.vic.gov.au/concessions) and Centrelink (13 23 00).

• Energy and Water Ombudsman (1800 500 509 or www.ewov.com.au)

Actions Actions!• Install energy saving products – save energy

and save money!

• Tell your family/friends

• Make a pledge! – tell us 3 things you could do to save energy, and 1 thing that you will do to save energy!