As a renter, it’s hard to fully electrify without your landlord’s help. But there are several things you can do on your own!

Here are a few to get you started:

Basic energy efficiency steps

• Draughtproofing: seal windows and doors to make your home a little less ‘leaky’ and more energy efficient. Yarra libraries have thermal imaging cameras you can borrow to find sources of draughts. Seal fireplaces that are not being used. Bubblewrap on windows can even help insulate your single-glazed windows.

• Take-with-you items:

• LED floor or table lamps can reduce your bills

• Get a portable induction cooktop - these small-but-mighty countertop appliances like induction hot plates, you can enjoy the health, environmental, and culinary benefits of cooking without gas. Reducing your gas stove use can improve your indoor air quality and protect your loved ones. From top chefs to cup-of-ramen aficionados, induction cooking is enjoyable for all cooking levels.

Consider your transport

• Where possible, use active transport - e-bikes can help avoid or delay a first or second car. Cargo bike rental could be an option.

• If an EV is within reach, buying an EV can save you thousands of dollars on fuel, cut your carbon pollution significantly, and make your neighbors jealous. Used EVs are coming onto the market and many new models are being announced, ranges are increasing and charging stations are opening.

• Australian EV drivers can save around $1,500 a year charging from the grid.