What a waste!
In WA, the rate of garbage disposed per person each year is 1.4 tonnes, higher than the national average of 800 kilograms.
- Waste Wise WA
1. Replace your old water heater with a gas boosted solar water heater.
2. Install ceiling insulation.
3. Turn off the second fridge.
4. Turn off appliances at the wall when not in use, saving standby power.
5. Use a ceiling fan as an effective cooling alternative on most summer days.
6. Reduce the length of your shower from 8 mins to 4 mins.
7. Wash clothes in cold water instead of hot water.
8. Turn off the home computer when not in use, or activate standby shutdown feature.
9. Replace 4 incandescent globes with 4 compact fluorescents, in high use areas.
10. Choose your air conditioner wisely.
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Do you know how much your appliances cost to run? Spending a little time to find out can save you money as well as energy.