Energy Efficiency
An energy efficient home will save you money and help our environment. They are more comfortable to live in, being warmer and drier year round. Which has a major impact on the health of the people who live there.
Becoming energy efficient in your home is simple and there are plenty of ways to start. The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority’s (EECA) Energywise website offers lots of advice on energy efficiency plus information on financial assistance.
Marlborough District Council is also providing programmes to assist in creating energy efficient homes.
Council is participating in the EECA's home insulation and clean heating scheme, by providing financial assistance to help fund that proportion of the costs not covered by an EECA grant.
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Further Information:
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Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA)
The EECA encourages, supports, and promotes energy efficiency, energy conservation, and the use of renewable sources of energy in New Zealand
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Energywise
Being more energy efficient is all about choices. This site is full of
practical information and advice to help you make those choices at home and on the road