Save Energy, Save Money, Save the Planet

What’s the Problem?

Climate change threatens to destroy the natural resources upon which humans depend, impacting human health, the economy and biodiversity. Coal is the main source of energy in Australia, at 75% of the total energy produced. With all of this carbon dioxide released from the burning of coal, Australia’s contribution to global warming is disproportionate to our population size.

Energy consumption in Australia is increasing every year and is expected to continue rising as more Australians live alone and householders are increasingly installing air conditioners to cool larger homes.

The Australian Government has therefore committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 25% compared with 2000 levels by 2020 if the world agrees to an ambitious global deal capable of stabilising levels of greenhouse gases.

What Can I Do?

How can you conserve energy in order to help yourself, help Australia and help the planet? Here are some of Gudharra’s tips for saving energy:

• Switch off fridges that are not in use
• Turn off power points at the source
• Use cold water in the washing machine
• Turn off lights when not in use
• At home, you can install insulation or invest in a solar hot water heater
• When using air conditioning, avoid turning the thermostat to its coldest setting
• Most energy suppliers give you the option of sourcing a proportion of your energy from renewable sources, so take advantage of this
• Make sure to check the energy saving ratings on appliances

Following Gudharra‘s simple ways of conserving energy will not only benefit the environment but will also save you money!