Heating
Stop losing money –
choose the right heater
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The more stars the less money you will
lose on energy bills.
Heating your home doesn’t need to cost the
earth and you don’t have to sacrifice your
comfort.
• Gas heaters and reverse cycle air conditioners
produce around one third of emissions
compared to electric heaters
Compare star ratings
Heater running costs
• Use the energy rating labels to find the most
efficient heating system for your needs.
• The more stars, the less money you lose on
running costs.
• Compare models with the same star ratings
by looking at the energy consumption number
on the label.
• The lower that score, the less money you lose
on running costs.
More stars more savings
When
comparing
similar sized
products
look for more
stars and
save money.
Portable electric heater (2.4 kW)
The lower
the energy
consumption score,
the less electricity
the appliance uses,
and the cheaper it
will be to run.
• Buy a unit with a thermostat and timer. Set
your thermostat at 18 to 21°C in winter.
• Select the right size and heating type for your
needs and room sizes:
–– space or room heaters for living areas, or,
–– ducted heating to warm more rooms at the
same time.
• If you buy a gas space heater or a gas ducted
heating system, make sure it’s at least four
stars.
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Annual
cost*
$88
$62
$385
$101
$81
Small gas (1.5 kW)
N/A
Reverse cycle air conditioning
Medium room – 35 square metres
$166
$139
$641
$188
$160
Medium gas (3.5 kW)
Electric panel or fan (4 kW)
N/A
Reverse cycle air conditioning
Stop wasting money on running costs
OEH 2013/0710
Energy
star rating
Small room – 10 square metres
Suitable heater type
Large area – 60 square metres
Large gas (7 kW)
Electric panel or fan (6kW)
N/A
$338
$962
$283
$239
Reverse cycle air conditioner
Whole house – 166 square metres
Reverse cycle air conditioning
$737
$706
* Approximate annual running costs,
based on 500 hours usage. Savings
based on NSW household electricity
and gas prices as at July 2013.
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• ask your retailer or
• call Environment Line on 1300 361 967 or
• visit environment.nsw.gov.au/smarterchoice
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