Perth is one of the most car dependent cities in the world, with 81 per cent of all trips undertaken by car (55 per cent as driver and 26 per cent as passenger).
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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.
Rebates and subsidies |
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More information about funding and grants can be found on the Sustainable Energy Development Office website.
Solar water heater subsidy
Renewable energy buyback
Regional energy efficiency program |
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Rebates and subsidies are available in Western Australia to encourage individuals, communities and businesses to be energy efficient.