Green actions can save you dollars and cents - video transcript

Everyone wants to know how they can save money on their power bills and help the environment at the same time.

Did you know that some of the smallest actions can make the biggest difference?

That's right, small no cost actions can cut your bills by hundreds of dollars a year.

Things like:

• Closing your curtains to trap the cool or warm air inside.
• Opening the windows to get cross-ventilation happening.
• Adjusting the temperatures on your fridge, freezer, air conditioner, heater and hot water systems. Small changes here can mean big savings without sacrificing comfort.
• Turning off appliances and equipment at the wall.
• Switching off the computer and monitor, don't leave it on standby.
• Finally, only switching on the second fridge when you really need it.

There are some actions that cost more upfront but help is available for you there as well.

For example:

• Put in a greenhouse-friendly hot water system, like gas, solar or heat pump there are rebates to help you replace your electric water heater with a solar or heat pump system.
• If you want to install a solar power system, you may be eligible for Solar Credits.
• Install ceiling insulation. You may be eligible for assistance to have insulation installed.

If you're on the hunt for new appliances, check the stars on the energy rating label. The more stars, the more efficient and the more money it can save you.

Televisions in particular are big energy users in the home. Not many people know that in a single day a wide screen TV can use more energy than your dishwasher, washer and dryer combined.

The solution? For the first time in Australia TVs now have the energy star rating label to help you choose the most efficient TV.

Remember:

• The more stars the better, and
• less is better when it comes to kilowatt hours per year.

For more information and inspiration on living greener and smarter (and ways to save on your energy bills) visit www.LivingGreener.gov.au

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