To reduce electricity consumption:
• turn up the air-conditioner and turn down the heater
• look into double glazing
• deal with draughts
• choose energy efficient appliances
• turn things fully off
• install better insulation
• hang heavy curtains
• cool or heat only rooms being used
• wear warmer or cooler clothingReduce hot water energy usage:
• install a solar hot water service
•turn down your hot water thermostat to 55o C
• use cold water for washing clothes
• take shorter showers
• install a low-flow shower headReduce transport emissions:
• take public transport whenever possible
• convert to LPG or other alternative fuel
• tee up car pooling
• check out hybrid vehicles
• choose a fuel efficient smaller vehicle
• drive more smoothly, less braking/accelerating
• keep tyres well inflated
