With so much information out there, you can be trawling for weeks, here are a few thoughts and links to what you can do to save while staying healthy and warm.
Research - check that you are doing all you can to conserve power. Try these sites to see how much you can save.
- EnergyMate 10 tips for saving power at home
- Consumer PowerSwitch
- Electricity Authority COVID-19 Advice for Consumers
If you have issues with your electricity, gas or water contact Utilities Disputes
Tenancy Services Insulation information for renters
Solar Power
Solar City is NZ’s first solar company to let you purchase solar power without having to pay for the panels. Over the past 35 years it has put more solar systems on Kiwi homes and businesses than any other company and was the first solar company in the world to achieve carboNZero certification. Find them on Facebook
Harrisons Energy We Believe Healthy Homes are for All Kiwis. We’re committed to making all our products and services affordable for everyone.
Helpful Solar Facebook Groups
Solar Power For Beginners
Solar and Self Sufficiency NZ
Products
- Scrubba - For small clothes washing items. It may seem a little pricey at first, but for people in tiny homes, or living solo, this could be a nifty trick!
- Timer plugs - you can get digital and wifi plugs now that you can control from your phone!
- Airfryers and Crockpots are a great investment and use way less energy than an oven.
- Kettles - only boil what you need.
- Stick vacuum cleaners for quick clean ups.
- Solar power banks to charge phones and other gadgets.
Lastly an impulse buying tip - Write down what you want, then come back to it 2 or 4 weeks later. Often, you find you don’t want it anymore!
Love to know your tips and tricks for saving energy, ngā mihi mahana 💜
