Do I use more electricity than my neighbour?
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Washing in cold water, choosing efficient appliances, turning down the heat . . . Do you feel like you’re doing a lot to save electricity without really knowing what works? The Energy Performance Indicator puts the information you need right at your fingertips. And you can even see how your consumption compares with that of others!
Is your home energy efficient . . . or energy hungry?
Between the neighbour who heats their pool until October and the one who only turns on the AC when it’s sweltering, it can be hard to know where you stand! Statistics show that electricity use can vary significantly from one household to the next, even in similar contexts. Any number of factors can play into the variance: lifestyle habits, appliance efficiency, home insulation and more.
Fortunately, the Energy Performance Indicator is here to help. This tool lets you see if your energy use exceeds the average for similar households and whether you need to take steps to prevent your home from becoming the neighbourhood “waster.” Above all, it helps you better understand how and when you consume electricity.
Finding ways to save
One of the tool’s main advantages is its detailed presentation of your consumption, broken down by use. In a few clicks, you can see at a glance how much it costs to heat your pool in summer, charge your EV at home or stay warm from one year to the next.
Another key feature is the consumption portrait, which shows you the precise times at which you use the most electricity each day. It can be pretty handy if you’re trying to cut back on your power use during winter peak demand events!
Analyzing this data gives you a clear picture of your consumption habits and lets you target areas for improvement.
Tailored action plans
But that’s not all. The Energy Performance Indicator also provides personalized recommendations based on your actual consumption, showing you where you can save energy. These tips can help you reduce your energy footprint without sacrificing comfort.
From suggestions for easy-to-adopt habits that can boost your efficiency each day to tips on insulating your home or optimizing the energy consumption of your appliances, you’ll have enough information to put together your own custom plan.
If you’re eligible for offerings like Rate Flex D, Winter Credit Option or Hilo
that help you save during winter peak events, you’ll get tips on maximizing your savings. This also applies if you’re eligible for financial assistance as part of the LogisVert Efficient Homes Program—for example, to buy and install a heat pump.
A wealth of information at your fingertips
So, how does your energy use shape up compared to your neighbours? To find out, log into your Customer Space and check out your Energy Performance Indicator.
If your household is energy hungry, the Energy Performance Indicator will give you all the tools you need to become more efficient and save money. And if you’re already on the right track, you can probably reduce your consumption further still. Make sure you tell others about the Energy Performance Indicator! After all, everyone loves a good neighbour.
