energy efficiency

Morrison’s $25,000 grant could deliver full energy retrofit for social housing

Morrison's 'renovation rescue' stimulus ignores the opportunity to vastly improve living conditions for some of Australia’s most vulnerable communities. How…

June 5, 2020

Victoria delays on energy efficiency targets, changes to lighting scheme

Victoria's DELWP presses hold on new targets for energy efficiency incentive program, says targets for 2022-25 and amendments to lighting…

June 3, 2020

Even with rooftop solar boom, consumers are paying dearly for what lies underneath

Australians have led the world in solar installations on their rooftops, but lag way behind in terms of what they…

June 1, 2020

Solar and battery schools “test case” fast-tracked in ACT Covid recovery plan

ACT government fast-tracks solar and battery installation at two public schools, to reduce grid demand and school energy costs and…

May 26, 2020

How some home builders mislead consumers about energy ratings

A study of the websites of Australia’s largest-volume home builders has revealed how they explain energy efficiency to potential buyers.…

May 8, 2020

One Step, Two Steps towards a net zero emissions household

Many Australian households have worked hard to reduce their direct carbon footprint, through efficiency and solar. But what about our…

March 31, 2020

Energy efficiency, the construction sector, and a uniquely Australian just transition

Energy efficiency offers a channel to address energy and climate challenges at a household and national level, while also solving…

February 25, 2020

How solar + storage can be a game-changer for people with disabilities

People with disabilities, and living in specialist accommodation, often miss out on the benefits of energy efficiency. A 2019 pilot…

February 19, 2020

Energy efficiency vs under-consuming – the difference can be deadly

The easiest way to reduce your electricity bill is to reduce your consumption. But what if this is not a…

February 17, 2020

CEFC partners with Bank Australia to deliver clean energy home loans

CEFC partners with Bank Australia to offer discounted loans for new homes that can achieve 7-star energy ratings

January 14, 2020