Energy experts in Woy Woy

Energy experts will be working in Woy Woy and Umina until Friday, March 9, to assist local families to save power and money.

Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein said trained energy experts would be working on the Peninsula as part of a region-by-region state-wide campaign.

Mr Holstein said energy experts from the Home Power Savings Program had already helped more than 4700 Central Coast households to reduce their energy costs.

"All eligible residents are invited to book an appointment with an energy expert to get a free in-home power assessment, power savings kit worth around $200, and a tailored Power Savings Action Plan," Mr Holstein said.

"The kit contains practical items to help people start saving straight away, such as a standby saver power board, energy efficient light bulbs, draught proofing, a water efficient showerhead, tap aerators and a shower timer.

"It comes fully installed on the spot at no charge.

"By using the power savings kit and by following the advice of the energy expert, households can expect to save an average of $265 a year," Mr Holstein said.

NSW Environment Minister Ms Robyn Parker said the Home Power Savings Program was available to 220, Centrelink and Veterans' Affairs cardholders as well as social housing tenants and energy utility hardship customers.

To book an appointment, phone 1300 662 416.

Media Release, 17 Feb 2012 Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford