Energy Efficiency

Energy efficiency saves money, protects the environment, enhances industry productivity and competitiveness, and contributes to energy reliability and security.

The Department of Energy, Utilities and Sustainability is committed to providing the people of New South Wales with the tools and information needed to become more Energy Smart.

By investing in energy efficiency practices and products we - government, industry, business and households - will benefit financially, socially and environmentally.

Energy efficiency is essentially about achieving 'more with less' by using energy wisely and avoiding energy waste to achieve the same or greater results for consumers.

Why be energy efficient?

Increased energy efficiency in homes, businesses and industry can provide financial benefits through reduced electricity bills and lowering greenhouse gas emissions into the environment.

Improvements in energy efficiency also contribute to the competitiveness of industry and assist in better managing energy demand.

What is energy efficiency?

Energy efficiency refers to the amount of useful work done by a motor for the amount of energy it consumes.

Energy can be wasted in several ways, including through heat and friction, or incorrect use.

For more about energy efficiency visit the CSIRO’s website at http://www.csiro.au/csiro/channel/ich27,,.html

Choosing energy efficiency products

A list of energy efficient products is available from the http://www.energyrating.gov.au

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