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Resources Here you will find the various resources available for both researching Government incentives, product support and general solar industry information. > Solar Hot Water Product Support
1. Lighting • Replace older light bulbs with new energy efficient fluorescent bulbs • Switch off unnecessary lighting • Only use washing machine when full and use cold water when possible • Only use dishwashers when full • Install water efficient showerheads • Reduce your pool pump time per day • Replace your existing electric hot water system with a solar hot water system Find out more about Solar Hot Water Hot Water Heating accounts for nearly 30% of most household’s energy
• Set temperatures to 24C on reverse cycle air –conditioners • Dress for the weather to help keep warm • Dry your clothes in the sun, not the dryer • Only heat the room(s) you are in • Seal any cracks and gaps in windows/doors that air can escape from • Install ceiling insulation in your property • Research the best electricity rates and providers in your area • Install Solar Power System on your roof as the energy supply costs nothing Find out more about Solar PV Power Installing a Solar System that is Grid Connected can provide an additional income as you sell excess electricty you don’t use back to energy companies. • Check door seals and coils at the back of the fridge are kept dust free • Switch TVs, computers, washing machines, etc. off at the wall when not in use • Buy Energy Star rated appliances that are more energy efficient • Unplug your mobile phone charger after use • Ensure ovens are fan forced to help reduce cooking electricity costs • Take shorter showers • Take one less 10km car trip each week and cycle, walk or take public transport • Buy Carbon Offsets on your next holiday/plane trip • Turn off the tap whilst brushing your teeth • Recycle your plastics/cardboard/paper etc |