Energy saving tips

Get the most from your energy

To make energy work for you, and to get the very best value from it, you need to manage the way you use energy around your home. Through taking simple steps to make your home as energy efficient as possible, your home can be warmer and drier in winter and cooler in summer, while still making savings on your power bill.

Because we're concerned about the same things you are - keeping energy costs down and using energy as efficiently as possible - we've put together a series of energy savings tips which could help you better manage your energy consumption and cut your power bill.

Take a look at our no cost and low cost energy saving tips. Or explore some creative tips for saving power from Kiwis who took part in our Power of Many competition. There are also some great long-term suggestions for saving energy that will require a little investment.

For more ideas on having a warming, drier, healthier, more comfortable home, have a look at SmarterHomes or look at the energy conservation and advice links on this site.