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According to finder.com.au, the average quarterly electricity bill in Australia is $332, a 25% jump from the previous year. With the cost of living on the rise, many Australians are seeking practical ways to reduce everyday expenses such as energy usage.
Everyday Energy-Saving Tips
Some simple household hacks that can help keep the electricity bill down include:
Flick on your ceiling fan instead of the aircon - With summer fast approaching, using ceiling fan can be a more energy-efficient alternative. Legrand’s ceiling fan range will help keep your room cool.
Switch to LED lighting – Lighting makes up a significant portion of home energy usage, especially if you’re still using classic, incandescent or halogen lights. A simple switch to LED lights can save up to 85% on electricity compared to halogen bulbs, providing a simple but impactful way to reduce energy costs over time.
Choose energy-efficient appliances – When buying new appliances, it pays to check energy star ratings. Appliances with higher star ratings are designed to use less energy, which can translate to lower bills in the long run.
How Smart Home Technology Can Help
Smart home technology also offers an effective long-term solution for households to monitor and manage their energy consumption. As seen on The Block, Legrand’s Excel Life Smart range of switches and sockets provide a versatile smart home solution with significant energy-saving potential via the Home+Control app, here’s how it works:
Customised scenarios - You can activate custom scenarios like ‘Leaving Home’ mode, which turns off all lights and appliances when you step out, saving energy while ensuring safety.
Remote access – The remote access capabilities of Excel Life Smart range mean that homeowners can monitor and control their energy usage from anywhere. This real-time oversight empowers users to make adjustments on the go, ensuring that unused appliances and lights aren’t consuming energy unnecessarily.
Voice control for ease – Users can control the Excel Life Smart system with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa, making it easy to manage energy usage by simply using their voice.
With these convenient, energy saving features, Legrand’s Excel Life Smart range empowers households to take charge of their energy consumption and achieve meaningful cost savings over time.
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