Did you know...

Catch the cold water
Water is wasted each time cold water is flushed from a hot water pipe. Keep containers near the sink and shower, and use this excess on the garden or indoor plants.
- Water Corporation

Today: Monday, 23 November 2009

Top shopping tips

1. Buy items with less packaging

2. Buy in bulk

3. Take your own bags to the shops

4. Buy environmentally friendly products

5. Buy items that can be reused, refilled, recharged or recycled

6. Buy loose fruit and vegetables

7. Buy produce that is in season

8. Buy items that will last

9. Avoid single use or disposable items

10. Think twice before accepting a bag if your purchase is small

Energy rated products

Shopping In Australia it is mandatory for all of the following electrical products offered for sale to carry an approved energy label:

refrigerators and freezers
clothes washers
clothes dryers
dishwashers
air conditioners (single phase mandatory, three phase voluntary).

The Energy Rating Label shows a number of stars to give a quick comparative assessment of the model's energy efficiency, and an estimate of typical annual energy consumption.

The federal Energy Rating website has detailed information about energy efficiency ratings and minimum energy performance standards.

Appliances

Smartways New Appliance Checklist
You can use this checklist to help select appliances that are both energy efficient and suit your family and lifestyle needs....more

Electric cook tops
Electric cooktops have come a long way in the past decade. In general, the quicker the hobs heat up, the shorter the time the appliance needs to operate and the more energy you save. Horizon Power have a table to let you compare energy efficiency and other features. ...more

Heating and cooling

Air conditioners
Reverse cycle air-conditioner works by transferring heat, making it more energy-efficient than normal electric heating. This not only helps our environment, but can also reduce your electricity bill....more

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