Work together with your refrigerated friends to make sure you're getting the most out of their cooling by:Increasing air circulation around appliances so they don't "cook" themselves. Most modern fridges rely on good air flow past the sides and rear of the cabinet to remove the heat they release. Poor air circulation can increase energy use byFill any large empty spaces in your freezer with ice blocks .
With that in mind, avoid overloading the fridge or freezer. Try to leave about 20 per cent free space for air circulationLocate fridges and freezers out of direct sunlight and away from other sources of heat, such as ovens and stoves, and also avoid installing them on poorly insulated external walls exposed to sun or heatWhen using a kettle,, so if you're only making one cup of tea, don't fill the jugOne of the biggest ways your dishwasher uses energy is through the heating of water.
Locate appliances that require hot water as close to the hot water service as possible to reduce heat loss from pipes and "dead water" that cools down between draw-offsWhen it comes to the bathroom, it's all about saving water. In order to save water and power, try: Installing an efficient shower head. This can save at least 10 litres of water a minute and significantly lower energy costsHot water accounts for about 21 per cent of home energy use so keep showers to four to five minutes or around one play through of the Justin Timberlake classic Cry Me A RiverRead more on Australia's cost of living: