Cumberland families and small businesses will have the power to save money and cut their power bills down thanks to new initiatives introduced by the NSW Government.
Mayor Greg Cummings said Council is fully supportive of the initiatives which not only help cut down household costs for our community members but are also helping Cumberland become a more energy efficient region.
“By changing just 20 halogen lights households can expect to save around $200 a year on their energy costs and small businesses can expect to save over $2,000 by changing just 50 halogen lights,” Mayor Cummings said.
“A new Power to Save website has been launched by the NSW Government which provides information to households and small businesses on all of the energy efficient programs available as well as approved suppliers located in the Cumberland region.
“An energy saving of $200 a year by replacing an inefficient appliance is the equivalent of taking 3,500 cars off the road which has a huge impact on the environment.
“Over $3.3 million has been saved on energy bills of low income households since 2016 thanks to these programs and Council would love to see some of those savings coming to Cumberland residents. I encourage everyone to visit www.powertosave.nsw.gov.au to find out if they are eligible for any programs.”
Some of the programs on offer include:
- Energy efficient lighting upgrades – Households and small businesses can access a discounted lighting upgrade offer, NSW Government will be subsidising the new lighting systems installations and bulb costs, through approved suppliers.
- Appliance replacement offer - Discounts on new energy efficient fridges and televisions. When householders replace their old, inefficient model, they can receive 40 per cent off the cost of a fridge and 50 per cent off the cost of a television. To receive this offer householders must be a NSW resident and hold a concession card.
- Training services - Small businesses can participate now in online training courses and webinars that are tailored to their unique needs. All learning opportunities are flexible, easy to access and free of charge for small businesses in NSW.
- Rebates for householders – Energy rebates that help eligible families, concession card holders and people using approved medical equipment to pay their energy bills. There is also assistance for people in a short term financial crisis or emergency.
For more information go to www.powertosave.nsw.gov.au.
