Home energy saving tips

Your home's energy share

Everything you do in your home, from taking a bath to keeping rooms warm in winter, takes energy. Just how much energy? Heating your space and water, regardless of the type of energy used, takes a whopping 77 per cent. Surprised?

While it's a good idea to switch to compact fluorescent lights, lighting accounts for only six per cent of your home's energy use. You can make an even bigger impact in reducing your home's energy bills—and your carbon footprint—by making simple, low cost changes that can reduce your energy use for hot water and space heating.