Electrify Everything ⚡
Envirohouse is hosting a new Electrify Bayswater Rewiring Australia Project, continuing decades of climate action focussed on reducing bills for householders and achieving better WA housing stock. We have identified 5 immediate actions the Federal Government can take, to improve all homes.
Three actions to speak to your local politicians about:
- Electrify Everything Adopt a national Electrify Everything Loan Scheme (EELS)
The fastest way to permanently reduce energy bills and carbon emissions, is to rapidly electrify all Australian houses. We have universal healthcare and education. Climate science dictates that we now need universal access to finance, to rapidly electrify Australia's housing stock. The genius of this Rewiring Australia idea is the easy access for all households and landlords to a government backed loan, which doesn't need to be paid back until the house is sold. Let's get this done. - Public disclosure of energy efficiency in housing. Consumers need to know what they are buying. Every home should have its energy efficiency rating publicised at the point of sale and point of rent. Lobby your local MP's to implement a plan that has been talked about for decades in Australia.
- Minimum energy standards on all new homes.
• All new homes to be built to the NatHERS energy efficiency ratings under the National Construction Code (NCC).
• Minimum energy standards for existing rental housing to be implemented in the next WA Residential Tenancies Act Review.
Thinking about going all electric in your home?
Thinking about going all electric at home? Keen for solar panels? A hot water heat pump? Or do you just want to reduce your power bills without having to swelter through summer or freeze all winter? Electrify Bayswater is a community project across the City of Bayswater, aimed at increasing awareness and action around the benefits of home electrification, powered by renewable energy. Electrify your home and transport, save money and reduce emissions, whether you're a homeowner or a renter.
Electrify Everything Loans Scheme (EELS)
We are on a mission to electrify everything as it is the fastest way to address the climate crisis while significantly reducing household energy bills. Access to finance is key to helping more Australians benefit from a solar electric home. Hence the Electrify Everything Loans Scheme. Read more about EELS.
Do it for your hip pocket
Our partner organisation, Rewiring Australia, estimate an average Australian household stands to save more than $3,000 every year by switching to all electric appliances, even more for those with solar panels and/or a battery.
Do it for your health
Switching to electric appliances avoids the health risks associated with gas, especially when used for home heating and cooking. Gas appliances fill the air with pollutants that can be harmful to health, especially children.
Do it for the planet
Over 40% of Australia's domestic emissions come from our homes. Switching to efficient electric home appliances can contribute to a significant reduction in Australia's carbon emissions.
Go electric at your pace
You don't have to make the switch in one go. When your old gas hot water system packs up or it's time to update your ageing heating/cooling system, consider the benefits of installing an electric hot water heat pump or an efficient split system powered by renewable energy from rooftop solar (maybe even a battery).
Everyone's doing it
The ACT and Victoria have banned gas connections to new builds while some Australian councils are actively encouraging household electrification.
Join us
Get involved with the Electrify Bayswater project:
Find out more about household electrification from our national partner organisation Rewiring Australia.
