MEDIA RELEASE
2 November 2009
The Green Project is managed by Enact Energy Pty Ltd
Suite 407, 15 Lime St
Sydney NSW 2000
T: 1800 442 443
Changes to insulation rebate benefits householders
Enact Energy has welcomed the announced changes to the Federal Governments Home Energy Efficiency program as a positive
outcome for householders.
New changes to the Federal Governments Home Energy Efficiency program will increase the quality of providers, value for
money and transparency for the consumer, according to Danny Morgan, Managing Director of Enact Energy, one of Australias
leading insulation installers.
This has been an excellent program delivering energy efficiency improvements to householders, but there is no doubt that
standards of service have been variable. These increased checks and balances are no problem for reputable providers such as
Enact Energys Green Project.
While in larger homes, some incremental costs may have to be borne by the homeowner, the average family should still receive
free or very low cost insulation. Homeowners should not forget that any additional expense will be recovered through energy
savings, so insulating now is still a cost effective long term investment for improving the comfort of your home. Morgan said.
It is important for householders to choose reputable installers with certified products. Insulation stays in your roof for the life of
your home and you get what you pay for. It is vital that installations are professionally done, the safety of Australian families is
too important to cut corners on installation quality.
We recommend householders ask for proof that the product meets Australian Performance Standards and comes with life time
warranties on the safety and performance of the product. This should include the insulation being fire safe and noncombustible to
the Australian Standard.
Consumers should also look for reliable installers who include random follow-up inspections of installations and provide quality
assurance on all installations. This will help homeowners feel sure they are getting the best and most reliable product available for
the price, Mr Morgan said.
Through its national Green Project Enact Energy also offers a comprehensive home energy efficiency service
including a
free
information service, free home energy audits and promotes subsidised solar hot water systems and heat pumps, changes to energy
efficient light bulbs and water efficient shower heads.
Mr Morgan said, If homeowners are unsure about what product to install,
they can call the national Green Project hotline on
1800 442 443.
The Green Project was set up by Enact Energy as an additional service to the Federal and State Governments drive for more
energy efficient lifestyles.
This unique program takes the worry out of finding a provider for home energy efficiency products including insulation. The
Green Project brings it all together; ensuring
that the
right products available under various government rebate schemes
are
installed to a high standard, Mr Morgan said.
Media information: Glenn Schaube GRS Communications 0439 320151
About Enact Energy and the Green Project
Enact Energy is a multi award-winning company and provider of energy efficiency services across Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Ireland.
In Australia, Enact manages the Green Project. Enact is passionate about making real changes in the way in which households consume energy
and water and has generated savings in over 350,000 households, creating a lifetime of CO² savings of over 10 million tonnes to date.