Saving energy on cooling

Minimise energy used for cooling the home.

• Close off rooms and sections of the house that are not being cooled.
• Ensure regular servicing of cooling units by an approved servicing agent.
• Don't set thermostats on cooling units too low, 25°C should be comfortable rather than 22°C.
• Leave fresh air and exhaust controls, where available, on cooling units in the closed position.
• Shade windows with awnings or curtains.
• If using air conditioning, set fans to high speeds for greatest efficiency.
• Insulated homes retain cool air and minimise heat transference from the outside air.