
Turn off appliances when you're not using them and switch off lights when you leave the room (unless there's someone still in there, of course).
Compact fluorescent light bulbs use 80% less energy last up to 8 times longer than conventional light bulbs.
Compare Energy Rating labels before you buy an appliance. Your appliances will return the favour with lower energy costs.
Installing ceiling insulation will minimise your heating and cooling costs for years to come.
Start your air conditioner before it gets hot and don't overcool - decreasing the thermostat by even one degree can have a big impact on running costs. 
Choosing appropriate clothing in winter and summer reduces our need for heating and cooling.
Treating and transporting drinking water to our homes consumes energy. Plant ‘water wise’ gardens and mulch your garden to minimise water use. 
The domestic waste we generate has a large impact on greenhouse gas emissions. Reduce, reuse and recycle whenever you can.
Transporting food and other products consumes a lot of fuel. Wherever you can, try to buy from farmers markets and other local providers.
Most Australian electricity retailers offer a green option allowing you to source your energy from renewable sources. For less than $1 per day, you could reduce your household emissions to zero.
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