Energy and water efficient product information
Available: VIC
For: Home owner, Landlord, Renter
Type: Apartment, House
Contact: State Government of Victoria
If you have questions not answered in this summary please refer to the State Government of Victoria website. Your Energy Savings does not look after this program.Overview
The Smarter Choice Retail Program makes it easier for all Victorian households to save on energy and water bills by making smarter choices when buying new appliances and products. Information is also available on how to recycle your old appliances and reduce waste.
Buying and using energy and water efficient appliances can save you a significant amount of money on running costs over the lifetime of the product compared to less efficient models, and you'll also be helping the environment by using less energy and water.
The program provides expert advice and information in over 400 participating stores to help you compare the running costs and environmental performance of the products you're looking to buy.
Items covered
Participating stores provide advice and information to help you compare running costs, environmental performance and how to maximise efficiency in your home in relation to a range of products and activities.
Appliances
- Fridges and freezers
- Washing machines
- Clothes dryers
- Dishwashers
- TVs and home entertainment systems
- Computers and IT equipment
- Disposal of whitegoods
Hardware/specialists
- Lighting
- Heating
- Cooling
- Hot water systems
- Insulation
- Composting
Next steps
Make sure that you understand the full program information on the State Government of Victoria website.
Smarter Choice Retail Program
www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/You-and-Your-Home/Save-energy/Appliances/Smarter-Choice-retail-program
Action![]() |
Savings | Ease | Impact | |
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Energy |
Buy energy-efficient appliances | 2 | 3 | 2 |
Water |
Create a water-smart garden | 3 | 1 | 3 |
Energy |
Draught proof your home | 2 | 3 | 2 |
Energy |
Estimate running costs of appliances and technology | 2 | 3 | 2 |
Energy |
Get a home assessment | 2 | 3 | 2 |
Energy |
Improve heating and cooling | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Water |
Improve watering practices | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Energy |
Improve window efficiency | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Energy |
Install a gas hot water system | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Energy |
Install a heat pump hot water system | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Energy |
Install a solar hot water system | 3 | 1 | 3 |
Energy |
Install insulation | 3 | 2 | 3 |
Energy |
Switch to efficient lighting | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Energy Water |
Use appliances efficiently | 2 | 3 | 2 |
Energy |
Use lights efficiently | 2 | 3 | 2 |
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