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Renewable energy courses guide Buyers guides

Renewable energy courses guide

12 Sep 2018

Since we last ran our renewable energy courses guide in 2016, there’s been an expansion of course offerings in both scope and sophistication.

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Beat the winter chills: A guide to electric heating options Buyers guides

Beat the winter chills: A guide to electric heating options

6 Jul 2018

As we head into the colder months, thoughts turn to staying warm. What’s the best electric heating system for you?

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Windows that perform: A window and film buyers guide Buyers guides

Windows that perform: A window and film buyers guide

26 Apr 2018

Poorly performing windows can drag down the thermal performance of your home. Lance Turner looks at some solutions.

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Not just window dressing: High-performance curtains and blinds Buyers guides

Not just window dressing: High-performance curtains and blinds

29 Mar 2018

Internal window coverings can protect privacy and dramatically improve the thermal function of a house, and if you choose with care, they can help keep you comfortable for years, writes Anna Cumming.

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Solar panel buyers guide 2018 Buyers guides

Solar panel buyers guide 2018

15 Jan 2018

We’ve contacted photovoltaics manufacturers for details on warranties, cell types, size and price to help you decide which solar panels are best for you.

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No longer cooking with gas: Induction cooktop mini guide Buyers guides

No longer cooking with gas: Induction cooktop mini guide

18 Dec 2017

Induction cooktops can make converts, with power and performance as good as or better than gas. We look at the features to consider when buying one.

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More flexible energy systems: energy storage buyers guide Buyers guides

More flexible energy systems: energy storage buyers guide

14 Nov 2017

With rapidly increasing demand due to increasing energy prices, there has been an explosion in the number of ready-to-use energy storage systems available. We take a look at the options available.

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The key to thermal performance: Insulation buyers guide Buyers guides

The key to thermal performance: Insulation buyers guide

27 Jun 2017

Is your home hot in summer and freezing in winter? It probably has little or no insulation. Lance Turner takes a look at how insulation can help.

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Hot water savings: Efficient hot water buyers guide Buyers guides

Hot water savings: Efficient hot water buyers guide

6 Jun 2017

If your old hot water system has seen better days, maybe it’s time for an efficient replacement. We show you how solar and heat pump hot water systems work, what’s available and how to choose one to best suit your needs.

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Keep your cool: External shading buyers guide Buyers guides

Keep your cool: External shading buyers guide

6 Apr 2017

With summers getting hotter in many parts of Australia, keeping the sun off your windows and out of your home is becoming even more important. Anna Cumming looks at the options for external shading, for both new builds and retrofits.

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Mains power anywhere: An inverter buyers guide Buyers guides

Mains power anywhere: An inverter buyers guide

12 Sep 2016

Whether you live off-grid or have a grid-connected generation system, the right inverter can make all the difference. We check out what’s available, where to get them and which one is right for you.

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