All-electric
Hidden benefits of solar
In the maelstrom of claims and counterclaims that passes for debate over climate policy in this country, it’s easy to overlook the benefits rooftop solar can deliver, for households and the planet. Paul Barry explains.
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Climate change
Retrofitting for resilience in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands
Mia-Francesca Jones reports on a pioneering retrofit project in the APY Lands that is improving thermal comfort in remote homes, while helping inform the future of climate-resilient housing.
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Efficient homes
Inside two Sustainable House Day homes
Sustainable House Day is back in 2026, and on Sunday 17 May, neighbours across Australia are once again opening their doors. Here are two examples of homes where real people are sharing practical lessons about efficiency, affordability and climate-ready living.
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ReNew
The cheapest way to save on electricity
Jack Gilding outlines his hot water system timer that reduces his water heating bills.
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Efficient homes
The road to apartment electrification
Apartment residents are overcoming regulatory hurdles and taking practical steps to embrace renewable energy in their apartments and buildings, writes Jane Hone.
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ReNew
Battery rebate in action: homeowner case studies
Gus Goswell gets to know two homeowners who have recently taken up the Federal Government’s battery rebate.
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ReNew
Are dome homes a housing crisis solution?
With the housing crisis steadily getting worse, and state and local governments tinkering at its edges, all options need to be considered. Lance Turner looks at one housing system that has barely rated a mention.
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ReNew
Building a bigger backup
If you have critical systems that need to stay powered in a blackout, you need some sort of battery backup. Lance Turner describes his DIY system for supplying water without mains electricity.
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Building materials
Building in bushfire-prone areas
Architect Chris Freeburn shares the most up-to-date information on building and renovating for bushfire resilience.
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Energy assessments
Lessons from an energy expert
The best way to do energy efficiency upgrades to your home? Call an expert before you start, writes Greg Howell.
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ReNew
Why can’t we have true low-cost housing?
The cost of housing has risen so rapidly in Australia that many have been priced out of the housing market, with Australia having some of the highest housing costs in the world. But there are some cheaper options we could utilise. Lance Turner investigates.
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