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22.01.2022 Congratulations Robyn Dawson on receiving the Marie Lewis Award for outstanding academic performance and service to the University of Wollongong! Robyn, from the SBRC, has worked with the Energy+Illawarra team in communicating and inspiring our community to enjoy more comfortable and energy efficient homes. Well deserved!
18.01.2022 Download the Energy+Winter Warming newsletter for information on how to maintain thermal comfort in your home during winter. We discuss the facts on body acclimatisation, draughts, door, window and downlight seals, insulating windows with curtains and blinds, and ceiling and floor insulation. We also look at ‘active heating’ with comparisons in energy consumption of reverse cycle air conditioners, electric heaters and gas heaters, as well as explain the benefits of zoning your house to improve efficient heating. You download the newsletter today at http://www.energyplusillawarra.com.au/?page_id=82
16.01.2022 Did you know that slow cookers use just a little more energy than a traditional light bulb? Slow cookers use significantly less energy than a stove top and are great for winter soups of stews that could take hours to cook.
15.01.2022 Cooking accounts for about 4-5% of your total energy bill. By using your cooking appliances efficiently, and changing the way you prepare food, you can make a difference to your energy use, without sacrificing your well-being. After all, food is one of the great joys in life! OVENS are one of the largest energy consuming appliances used for cooking. But, like most appliances, there are ways to use it more efficiently: Check the door seals for any air leakage. Replace the se...als to prevent wasted heat, energy and money. Try to avoid pre-heating the oven unnecessarily. If possible, cook several things at once. Reheat food in the microwave instead of the oven. Consider using smaller appliances like electric fry pans, slow cookers or microwaves as an alternative. See more
15.01.2022 One of the media stories related to our project - a year ago today!
14.01.2022 Is it time to revisit lighting in your home? This helpful video will clarify the facts and bust myths and misconceptions that you need to know to light your home efficiently. Take a look to see just how easy it is to make a difference in your home!
13.01.2022 Some beautiful photos after this week's cold snap and snow fall across NSW. Keep warm Wollongong.
09.01.2022 Wollongong City Council have some family friendly events planned for this Sunday to celebrate National Tree Day! Join plantings at Greenhouse Park Coniston (10am-2pm), Beaton Park Gwynneville (10am-2pm) and William Beach Memorial Park Brownsville (9am-1pm). For more details, check out http://treeday.planetark.org/find-a-site/
09.01.2022 NSW SES have released a Severe Weather Warning for damaging winds in Wollongong, Nowra, and Batemans Bay. People in the Illawarra & South Coast areas should #GetReady now by securing loose items around the yard and balcony and park vehicles under secure cover or away from trees and powerlines. You can find more storm safety tips at www.stormsafe.com.au
07.01.2022 A breakdown of the lowest recorded temperatures in our area yesterday, and an update on expected temperatures for the week ahead.
06.01.2022 While electric radiator heaters feel good for direct, instant warmth on the skin, they also warm up the walls and furniture, rather than the air. This is wasted energy. Sitting directly in front of a radiator can be an effective way of achieving personal warmth in a large room without needing to heat all the air in the room, but they use a lot more energy than gas heaters and reverse cycle air conditioners. Consider which type of heater is most appropriate for you. See pages 6 & 7 of our Energy+Winter Heating newsletter.
05.01.2022 The house will be open for Sustainable Houses Day this Sunday, along with two other houses in the Southern Highlands
04.01.2022 Did you know that slow cookers use just a little more energy than a traditional light bulb? Slow cookers use significantly less energy than a stove top and are great for winter soups of stews that could take hours to cook.
04.01.2022 Energy+Illawarra participants and all community members are welcome to the Sustainable House Day on Sunday 11th of September from 10am til 2pm.
