Why it pays to think green

It may feel like a distant memory as we head into spring, but less than three months ago parts of the country were experiencing their coldest start to winter in decades. While those chilly days were unusual, they did reveal that many Australian homes aren’t particularly effective at dealing with cold weather – a fact that has been made more apparent by the resulting energy bills.

Homes that require less energy usage and have a lower carbon footprint are in demand, though. Research by the CSIRO has found that, when given the choice, two-thirds of prospective buyers prefer energy-efficient homes.

Adding to that, the found that units and houses with