Checklists

Use our checklists for quick tips on free, low cost, and worthwhile longer-term investments that can make your home more comfortable, healthier, and cheaper to run.

Pages in this section: Top tips for cutting your energy bills; Top tips for reducing your water use; Top tips for making your home healthier; Top tips for designing a new home; Top tips for designing a renovation; Top tips for buying a house or property; Top tips for buying an apartment; Top tips for buying a kitset home

Case studies

Find out how other New Zealanders are saving energy by installing insulation and designing their homes to catch the sun. More>>

Your home's energy use

Use the energywise website’s online calculator to find out your home’s energy use and potential savings, or Landcare Research’s carbonzero calculator to figure out your home’s carbon footprint.

You can also have your home assessed through BRANZ’s Green Home Scheme.

Homesmarts

Use the Homesmarts tool to find out how your home measures up, and to learn about the simple steps you can take to make your home smarter.