WELS labels and ratings
Water-producing bathroom fittings in Australia need to comply with basic water-efficiency standards. As a part of the WELS scheme, they are rated and given...
Which heaters are most energy efficient?
There are many different types of heaters, and many different sorts of fuels you can use to heat your home. Find out how each...
MEPS labels and ratings for air conditioners
Air conditioners come with labels these days that indicate how efficiently they're able to cool (and to heat, if they're reverse-cycle models). Find out...
Which cooling systems are most efficient?
If you need to artificially cool your home, it's well worth considering how much that'll cost, and what kinds of options you have. Air...
How to calculate heating and cooling costs
Heating and cooling can be very expensive, and knowing what you're paying to use your heaters and air conditioners is a good way to...
Lifespan, energy use and cost of light globes
To really consider how 'efficient' different types of globes are compared to others, it's important to look beyond basic consumption. How long will they...
BCA lighting restrictions
Regulations exist in Australia to determine how much electricity you're allowed to use for lighting in your home, based on floor areas. Find out...
Phase out of incandescent light globes
The difference between an efficient light globe and an inefficient one is amazing. To prevent unnecessary waste, inefficient incandescent GLS globes are being phased...
Automated lighting control
Automated lighting involves not just your lights, but also your curtains, which control daylight. Find out how automated lighting can help control your energy...
Light globe comparison guide
Check out our comparison guide to see how different types of light globes compare in terms of how much energy they consume, how much...