Tackling the rise in electricity prices

Are you concerned about the rise in electricity prices?

There’s no doubt that the rise in electricity prices has been leaving homeowners and businesses in a budgeting pinch, and it is bound to get worse.

Energy economists from Victoria University’s Victoria Energy Policy Centre (VECP’s) have warned that there is a coming rise in electricity prices in NSW.

NBN News reported on VECP’s predictions, anticipating that consumers may see an increase of 20 per cent to their bill. So, it’s no wonder that there is growing concerns about energy usage.

We know that the use of electricity in a business or home is unavoidable, but there are a bunch of things you can do to save money on your bill.

Making changes to avoid the impact of the rise in electricity prices

In making the biggest impact towards decreasing your electricity bill, try the following:

• Target the biggest sources of energy consumption first
• Look for more energy efficient appliances
• Consider solar options for hot water heating
• Take advantage of off-peak times for energy consumption
• Ensure that electrical devices and appliances are installed correctly and maintained routinely.

Still feeling unsure of where to start with taking action towards becoming more energy efficient?

Get in touch with us for more information about ensuring your home or business is energy efficient. We’ll raise the standard but help keep your power bill down.