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 Thinking about what New Year’s Resolutions you should set this year? Along with your goals to get fitter, eat healthier and have more fun, you can also help the planet! Here are some New Year’s Resolutions that will help you reduce your carbon footprint and reduce energy consumption , from LED light installation specialists.  1 – Try a Plant-Based Diet  Going vegan being the single biggest measure you can take to reduce your carbon footprint, reducing it by a massive 73%. This translates to a reduction of 1,560kg CO2e – the same amount of carbon that’s produces by driving a car halfway around the Earth! Of course, it also takes willpower, financial resources and access to vegan foods in order to make it happen. Start by reducing your meat protein intake or going vegetarian – even eating less meat will make a big difference.  2 – Go Car-Less  Rather than using a car, use a bicycle or even your feet to get you to work or run your errands each day. You’ll not o...

The Victorian Energy Upgrades Program is a government initiative designed to help homeowners reduce energy consumption and costs. Often, homeowners want to invest in more energy-efficient technology, but the higher cost of these appliances makes them inaccessible – this program changes that. Here’s a quick guide to what you can upgrade in your home through this program, from insulation and hot water systems to weather sealing and eco-friendly lights .  #1 Hot Water Systems   Hot water systems are essential to daily comfort and hygiene, especially in the winter months. Although they can account for a massive 16% of household energy usage – especially if you have an older system – upgrading to a high-efficiency hot water system is not an easy decision due to the cost involved. Under the Victorian Energy Upgrades program, you can get as much as $799 off your upgrade depending on the size of the upgrade, the location, certificate price, and installation costs.  #2 Air Condi...

Many people are currently working from home for the foreseeable future, and that means that home energy costs are going up. Here are some useful tips on how to reduce energy consumption , from installing eco friendly lights to improving natural lighting and more, from our team specialising in free LED upgrades . Smart Power Strips   Electrical devices, whether they are smartphone chargers, computers, tablets or kitchen appliances, draw electricity while plugged in – even when they are not in use. Smart power strips like those manufactured by Belkin, Samsung, iHome and others not only work in connection with smart devices like Alexa and Google home assistant, they also ensure tech devices don’t draw power when they aren’t in use.  Improve Natural Lighting   Improve your home office to take advantage of natural lighting during the day – it won’t just reduce your lighting bill, the increased sunshine will also help reduce heating needs, making it a great way to reduce energ...

Want to reduce energy consumption in your home? One of the easiest and most effective ways of doing this is by taking a look at your home’s lighting and how you use it. Here are some simple tips for energy efficient lighting in your home, from our LED upgrade specialists.  1. Use Your Lighting Less   This is the easiest tip that anyone can use! By simply ensuring that lights that aren’t being used are turned off, you’ll have immediate energy savings without spending a cent – all you do is save. When you are out at work or even out of a room, make sure all the lights are turned off as you leave. It simply isn’t true that you use more energy turning a light on and off.  2. Maximise Your Natural Light   Light, bright homes don’t need to use energy in the daytime for lighting, and a few simple changes can greatly reduce your lighting bill. All you have to do is draw back curtains during the day and reconsider privacy drapes that block out the sun...

If you want to effectively reduce energy consumption in your home and save money, then you need to take a two-pronged approach. In addition to installing LED bulbs, you also need energy efficient lights . Here’s what to do, from an accredited provider of free LED light installation services in Melbourne.  Choose the Best Quality Energy Efficient Bulbs   We mentioned LED bulbs earlier and there’s a good reason why – they are the most energy-efficient lightbulbs on the market. Not only do they last 10 times longer on average than halogen lightbulbs, they also use 85% less energy on average through their lifetime. They are cool while in operation because they produce so little waste heat, which is also safer for your home, and they contain no mercury, so they are better for the environment too. Fortunately, they are also very versatile and can be used for all home lighting purposes, from your bedside reading lamp and downlighters to outdoor security lighting, making installing ...

Making your home more eco-friendly helps you reduce energy consumption and save money on your monthly bills while you support the planet. A good place to start is with your home’s lighting by introducing eco-friendly lights . Here’s some great advice from accredited providers offering free upgrades to LED lightbulbs in the Melbourne area. Increase Natural Light   The most eco-friendly light source we can use to light our homes is the sun! By getting the most out of natural light, you minimize the need for artificial lighting and help reduce your energy consumption.   There are several ways you can help increase natural light in your home. You can paint rooms in lighter colors and use an eggshell rather than matte paint to reflect light, you can install skylights, solar tubes or additional windows, and you can cut back large trees and shrubs in your garden that black out the sun.  Invest in Smart Home Technology   Smart home technology...