Sustainability

Solar panels are normally installed on peoples' roofs, simply because that's the place that's likely to get the most sun. Find out more about...

A battery bank will help to ensure that you always have enough power, no matter how little wind there is at any given time....

Regulators - also known as 'charge controllers' help to regulate the flow of current to battery banks. Read about how the right regulator will...

AC inverters are necessary to convert the direct current (DC) generated by your solar panels or wind turbine to an alternating current (AC). Read...

If you're renovating and want to future-proof your home, installing solar panels is one of the smartest moves you can make. With energy prices on the rise and modern systems offering better performance and reliability than ever before, solar power is no longer just for early adopters — it’s fast becoming a standard feature in Australian homes.

Water management’s the process of assessing how water’s used and abused throughout your home, and then managing and monitoring for increase efficiency. Find out...

Relatively speaking, there’s a tremendous amount of energy used in Australian homes these days. And while our energy consumption is beginning to decrease, we’re...

There's a huge, yawning gap between efficient and inefficient kitchen appliances these days. Find out what you should be considering when you choose appliances. With...

Kitchens are busy places filled with all kinds of energy-hungry appliances and specialised work surfaces. Find out what kinds of choices you can make...

Dishwashers are typically rated using a star ratings system known as WELS. Find out more about WELS, and what makes for water efficient dishwashers.     As...