Articles Tagged with: Energy Saving

Australian households are paying more than ever for energy, yet plenty of homes are still uncomfortable — too hot in summer, too cold in winter, or both. The usual response is predictable: buy a bigger or newer air-conditioner, often a reverse-cycle system, and hope that fixes it.

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has launched an ambitious $3.6 million initiative, "Solar for Apartments," that targets one of the more challenging sectors of the housing market in terms of renewable energy adoption—apartment complexes. This initiative represents a strategic collaboration between the Australian and ACT governments, marking a significant step towards sustainable urban living.

In the scorching heat of Southern Greece and Tunisia, white rooftops and buildings stand as a testament to traditional wisdom, reflecting the sun's intensity to keep homes cool. However, this principle seems lost in the modern urban landscapes of Sydney and Melbourne, Australia, where new housing estates are dominated by dark rooftops, black roads, and sparse tree coverage, contributing to the urban heat island effect and skyrocketing cooling costs.