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Energy efficiency

Insulation, draught proofing and smart energy saving strategies for the ACT and regional NSW.

  • An installer laying thermal ceiling insulation batts in a roof space
    Energy efficiencyTwo programs

    6 min read

    Ceiling insulation upgrade

    Eligible ActewAGL customers can get up to $2,000 off the installation price plus a $600 bill credit paid at $50 a quarter. A separate ACT rebate covers half the cost up to $2,500. Both are means-tested, and they ask for different things.

  • A warm living room with a reverse cycle air conditioner and double glazed window
    Energy efficiencyDo it yourself

    5 min read

    Cutting a Canberra winter heating bill

    Air leaks account for up to 25% of heat loss, and in an older brick-veneer home draught infiltration can be 20–30% of total heating energy. Most of the fixes cost very little.