energy.gov.au

03/06/2026

Tame your energy bill this winter with the help of our friendly wildlife. ❄️ 🦘

For a full list of tips and tricks, see link in comments. ⬇️

02/06/2026

Did you know there are driveable home batteries?

The Australian Government through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency is backing the rollout of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) and smart charging projects with a $13.5m funding boost. ⚡ 🚗

The funding will enable Amber Electric to enrol:
• 950 more customers to their V2G program
• More than 1,000 customers to their smart charging program

Looking to learn more about V2G or thinking about installing solar to take full advantage of your ? We’ve got the information for you.

To find out more, see link in comments. 🔽

01/06/2026

From streaming swashbuckling adventures to supporting your gaming habits, your TVs and monitors use a lot of energy. 💻 📺

This makes choosing the right product to suit your needs key to energy savings.

The Energy Rating Label can make this decision easier by providing important information about the:
• energy efficiency of the product. ⚡️
• estimated energy consumption per year. 💰

Our advice? Check the label BEFORE you buy your next TV or monitor to make sure you are making the most cost-effective choice.

For more information, see link in comments. 🔽

28/05/2026

The Australian Government is supporting the automotive industry to deliver more public fast EV charging stations across Australia via the DRIVEN Charger Grant Stream! 🚗 ⚡

Find out more in the comments. 👇

Power up your automotive business with public charging! ⚡

Are you an automotive dealership or electric vehicle (EV) repairer interested in hosting public EV charging infrastructure?

DRIVEN is supporting the installation of public EV chargers at eligible automotive businesses across Australia.

Hosting public EV charging can:
• increase visibility and attract new customers to your location. 🚗
• unlock commercial opportunities through partnerships with EV charging providers. 🤝
• position your business as a leader in the clean energy transition. 🔋

To find out more and learn about other opportunities, visit the DRIVEN Program page. Details are in the comments. 👇

Motor Trades Association of Australia
Australian Automotive Dealer Association
Motor Traders' Association of New South Wales
Motor Trade Association of Western Australia - MTA WA
Motor Trades Association of Queensland - MTAQ

28/05/2026

Australian Renewable Energy Agency is supporting a new microgrid project that will deliver, cleaner more reliable energy to the residents of Braidwood, NSW. 🏘️

The Braidwood Renewable Energy Project will deliver an islandable solar and battery microgrid to strengthen energy resilience in Braidwood and surrounding communities. ☀️🔋⚡

Find out more in the comments ⬇️

26/05/2026

Energy advice should be accessible to everyone, no matter their language or background. 🌏

We’ve expanded our translated advice to help more Australians lower their energy bills and find financial assistance. ✅💲

We now offer practical advice in 40 languages on:
• ways to save energy and money in your home
• saving energy and water in a rental
• what to do if you are having trouble paying your electricity and gas bills.

Languages available include:
• Arabic
• Bengali
• Chinese (simplified and traditional)
• Hindi
• Korean
• Spanish
• Ukrainian
• Vietnamese
…and many more!

To find out more and see the full list of translated guides, check out the link in the comments ⬇️



Multicultural Australia, Federation of Ethnic Communities' Councils of Australia - FECCA, Vinnies Australia, Australian Red Cross, Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand, Energy Consumers Australia, Anglicare NSW South, NSW West & ACT

21/05/2026

Fridges and freezers run 24/7, so choosing the right one can make a big difference to your household energy use. 🧊

Before you buy, it is important to:
• determine the size that meets your needs. 📏
• compare the Energy Rating Label) on products of the same size. 🏷️

All household fridges and freezers must display an Energy Rating Label, which includes the:
• star rating which describes the appliance’s energy efficiency ⭐
• estimated energy consumption – this helps you predict how much it will cost to operate the appliance each year. ⚡

Check out the comments for tips to help you with your next refrigerator or freezer purchase. 🔽

20/05/2026

Considering an electric vehicle (EV) but unsure of what’s fact and fiction? 🤔

Welcome back to ‘Get the facts’, the mini series addressing common misconceptions about EVs.

Get the facts on EV chargers. ⚡ 🔌

Around 80% of Australians charge their EVs at home. 🏡

At home, charging can occur via a:
• standard power outlet
• dedicated EV charger

Charging from a standard power outlet might sound unusual, but it’s just like charging everyday devices like your phone. 📱🔌

A standard power outlet can:
• be the cheapest option to charge your EV, especially if you can take advantage of off-peak electricity rates or rooftop solar
• take up to 24 hours for a full charge
• be ideal for daily top-ups and overnight charging.

Installing a dedicated EV charger offers:
• added convenience
• 3 to 10 times faster charging than a standard outlet
• smart charging to charge when electricity prices are lowest.

If you live in a strata property, EV owners can request permission from their managing strata body to install charging infrastructure on-site. 🏢

On the road, EV drivers can use public charging stations. Depending on charger capacity, DC fast chargers can add 50 to 200 km of range in 10 minutes, helping you get back on the road quickly. 🚗

Visit the comments to learn more interesting facts about EVs. 🔽

15/05/2026

Make the switch to LEDs this (Saturday 15 May) for real energy savings.

Read more 🔗 energyrating.gov.au/consumer-information/products/lighting

Most lights in Australia must meet minimum energy performance standards (MEPS). 💡

MEPS exist to help households and businesses:
• lower energy use and costs. ⚡
• reduce emissions. 🍃

They currently apply to the following:
• incandescent lamps (including halogens)
• compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs)
• double‑capped fluorescent lamps
• light emitting diode (LED) lamps

Over time inefficient lamps (like incandescent, halogen and CFLs) are being phased out where LED alternatives are available. 🔄

Why? Because LEDs use around 75% less energy than halogen bulbs and last 5 to 10 times longer, helping to reduce:
• running costs. ⚡
• waste sent to landfill. 🗑️

Find out more in the comments. 🔽

14/05/2026

While there are things you can’t change when you rent, you can still find ways to reduce your bills and improve efficiency.

See how many of these actions you can check off to save money as a renter in 2026. 📋

For more tips and advice for renters, see link in comments. 🔽