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            CHOICE - Power and energy</title><link>
            http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water.aspx</link><description>Independent and trusted reviews and investigations into ways you can reduce your household's power and energy use from CHOICE Australia. 
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                http://www.choice.com.au</link></image><lastBuildDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 18:45:32 GMT</lastBuildDate><category>Household</category><item><title>Solar panel payback times</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/solar/solar-payback-times.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/solar_panels/2013/solar-power-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Solar power" width="160" height="109" /><p>They've become much cheaper to install, so payback times for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems have decreased in most states.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:20:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CFL and LED lamps review</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/compact-fluorescent-lightbulbs.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/compact_fluoro_lights/2013/CFL-update-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="CFL" width="160" height="109" /><p>Find out which of the 14 CFL and LED models scored highest for light output and endurance, and those we recommend.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2013 12:23:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Shopping around for a new energy deal</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/shopping-for-a-new-electricity-plan.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Consumer action/Sustainability/Super Complaint/energy2_web.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="energy2_web" width="160" height="109" /><p>Are you paying too much for your energy? If you haven't reviewed your energy plan recently, chances are you're paying too much. </p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 14:35:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Energy retailers' marketing tactics</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/Energy-retailer-marketing.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/power-grab/energy-marketing-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="energy-marketing-lead" width="160" height="109" /><p>Energy retailers are trotting out special deals to try to lock in your business. </p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:06:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Carbon offsets</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/carbon-offsets.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/carbon-offsets/CH0712_CarbonOffsets_LEAD.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="CH0712_CarbonOffsets_LEAD" width="160" height="109" /><p>Can consumers trust that validated carbon offsets are genuine, or is it still the Wild West out there?</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2012 09:07:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Go4Green EnergySmart first look</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/go4green.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/Go4Green_energy_saver/go-green003.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="go-green003" width="160" height="109" /><p>We run tests on another power saver that claims it will save you up to 10% on your electricity bill.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 16:15:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Standby energy</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/standby-energy.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/Standby_energy/Standby340x232.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Standby energy" width="160" height="109" /><p>Standby energy costs eat into your bank account in small bites and the total cost across the country can amount to tonnes of CO² and other greenhouse gases being emitted. 
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                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/building-energy-ratings.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/building_energy_ratings/building-energy-ratings-lead_340wx232h.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Building energy ratings assessment" width="160" height="109" /><p>Without adequate controls in place, energy efficiency ratings may prove to be nothing more than words on paper. </p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 17:27:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Food waste</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/food-waste.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/Food_waste/2011/Food-wastage-case-study-lead_340wx232h-2-1.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Food waste lead image" width="160" height="109" /><p>CHOICE explains how you can do your bit to reduce household food waste, save money and help the environment in the process.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 16:11:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Philips LEDbulb first look</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/philips-ledbulb.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/LEDbulb/CN-Light-bulb.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Philips LEdbulb" width="160" height="109" /><p>The Philips LEDbulb is one of the first LED lamps designed for standard household light fittings.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:07:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Power meter reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/power-meters-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/Power meters/Power-meter-electricity-bill-LEAD.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Power-meter-electricity-bil" width="160" height="109" /><p>Looking to save on your energy bills? A power meter helps monitor electricity consumption and identify ways to reduce energy usage.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:25:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Electricity prices</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/electricity-prices.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/electricity_prices/2010/lead/Light bulb and money iStock.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Saving on electricity prices" width="160" height="109" /><p>We make sense of the confusing contracts and tariffs of electricity providers and outline a switching action plan.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 17:34:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Unsafe solar installation</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/solar/unsafe-solar-panel-installations-on-the-rise.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/solar_panels/2011/Solar-panel-installer-LEAD.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Solar-panel-installer" width="160" height="109" /><p>Solar panel uptake is surging, but as installers are rushing through jobs, incorrect wiring and circuit breakers are being used.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2011 08:40:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Managing your household waste</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/household-waste-management-guide.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/Household-waste-management/recycling-bins-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Household waste" width="160" height="109" /><p>Reducing household waste can be as easy as altering household disposal systems. CHOICE shows you some ways to make your home greener. </p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:40:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Energy efficient home guide</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/energy-efficient-home-guide.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/Energy-efficient-home/Energy-efficient-green-home-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Reduce energy" width="160" height="109" /><p>We've used our CHOICE testing to bring you a comprehensive list of energy-efficient products for your home.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:18:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ecoswitch quick review</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/ecoswitch.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/eco_switch/qr-power-plug003-with-green-corner.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="QR-power-plug003-with-green-corner" width="160" height="109" /><p>This simple switch can save power around the home by turning off several electrical appliances at once.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2011 13:20:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Jackgreen unplugged</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/jackgreen.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Life stages/JackGreen/Jack_green.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Jackgreen unplugged" width="160" height="108" /><p>Renewable energy provider Jackgreen has gone into voluntary receivership and is suspended from trading on the National Electricity Market.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:19:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Not so smart meters</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/not so smart meters.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Life stages/Green/Smart-meters/iStock_energy_lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="iStock_energy_lead" width="160" height="109" /><p></p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:08:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Grey water for the garden</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/energy-and-water/saving-energy/grey-water-for-the-garden.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Energy and water/greywater_systems/2008/leads/grey_water_lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="$name" width="160" height="109" /><p>Using grey water on your garden could save hundreds of litres of water per day. We tested wash and rinse water for potentially harmful chemicals.</p>]]></description><category>Power and energy</category><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:33:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>