Energy efficiency

Energy efficiency

Energy efficient design is about creating homes that are comfortable to live in all year round.

They are naturally cool in summer and warm in winter, without the need for costly and time consuming energy sources. Temperature and light are maintained at comfortable levels with a minimum requirement for active systems. This includes heaters, air conditioners and daytime lighting.

Using energy efficiently is the best way to reduce energy bills and environmental impacts. It also maintains or even improving comfort levels. Some solutions cost nothing at all. Most investments in energy efficiency pay for themselves through lower energy bills.

Energy efficiency has many benefits for home owners:

  • using less energy through energy efficient design and reducing greenhouse gases
  • saving money if the sun heats and lights your home, as your power bills will be significantly reduced
  • less effort to heat if you use passive design features. Tasks such as wood stacking and splitting will be significantly reduced.

For more information, visit the Your Home website.

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