Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Our older homes are not energy efficient. They can be freezing cold in winter and unbearably hot in summer.
Join us as we step inside a renovated World War II bungalow to uncover the simple tips you can use to make your home more comfortable, sustainable and budget-friendly.
Discover how CSIRO research is tackling home energy efficiency from every angle: https://www.csiro.au/en/research/technology-space/energy/energy-efficient-living
Here's a checklist for your house:
1. Encourage air flow and cross-ventilation.
2. Use blinds and window coverings to keep rooms cool in summer and trap heat in winter.
3. Install insulation.
4. Find and fix gaps that cause draughts.
5. Use weather sealing on doors and windows.
6. Choose appliances with the highest star ratings within your needs and budget.
Video transcript: https://www.csiro.au/Youtube/Unlocking-home-energy-savings/video-transcript
Our older homes are not energy efficient. They can be freezing cold in winter and unbearably hot in summer.
Join us as we step inside a renovated World War II bungalow to uncover the simple tips you can use to make your home more comfortable, sustainable and budget-friendly.
Discover how CSIRO research is tackling home energy efficiency from every angle: https://www.csiro.au/en/research/technology-space/energy/energy-efficient-living
Here's a checklist for your house:
1. Encourage air flow and cross-ventilation.
2. Use blinds and window coverings to keep rooms cool in summer and trap heat in winter.
3. Install insulation.
4. Find and fix gaps that cause draughts.
5. Use weather sealing on doors and windows.
6. Choose appliances with the highest star ratings within your needs and budget.
Video transcript: https://www.csiro.au/Youtube/Unlocking-home-energy-savings/video-transcript
