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5 ways to reduce water usage
Reducing your water usage at home is an easy way to save money on your utility bills and help do…
How to conduct a DIY home energy audit
Looking for more ways to save on power?
A DIY energy audit can help you get a better understanding of…
3 ways your home might be losing energy (and how to fix them!)
It’s not fun being cold (or too warm!) in your own home. It’s also not fun paying an arm and…
7 house moving mistakes you don’t want to make
Moving into a new house is widely regarded as one of the most stressful events in life - and it’s…
Bunnings hacks: Top 4 purchases to make your home more energy efficient
1. Window sealer adhesiveThere’s not much point in heating up your home if the warm air can just escape back…
4 energy efficient renovations under $200
Making some small tweaks around the house can have a surprisingly big impact on the energy efficiency of your property…
6 reasons why your power bill might be higher this winter
When the temperature starts to drop, power bills begin to rise. It happens every year like clockwork but it can…
Get ready for winter with these energy saving tips
Get ready for winter with these energy saving tips
We all love a warm and cosy home during the chilly winter…
Beat the heat: 6 ways to keep your home cool and save on power this summer
Summer is upon us and that means things are about to get hot and humid. It might be tempting to…
7 gadgets under $50 that will make your home more energy efficient
Reducing your household’s energy usage can help you save money on your power bill and reduce your impact on the…
Blankets and winter packs help keep Kiwi families warm
Winter can be a challenging time for many New Zealand families. Rising living costs often put a strain on household…
Understanding the link between energy hardship and respiratory illness
Respiratory disease is a serious problem in New Zealand. It’s responsible for 1 in 10 hospital stays, it’s the third…
8 quirky energy saving tips to help you save money on your power bill
Saving money on your power bill doesn’t mean making drastic changes in your life, skimping on creature comforts or splurging…
How to spot an Internet scam
(and what you can do about it)Internet scams are evolving. Gone are the days of long-lost princes in foreign lands…
The Great New Zealand Energy Survey 2021
In 2014, we conducted the inaugural Great New Zealand Energy Survey. From electric cars to power-saving tips and everything in…
Lending a helping hand with the Pay it Forward Programme
A little bit of kindness goes a long way.
Here at Grey Power Electricity, we’re staunch believers in giving back to…
We challenge you to get your power bill down!
Here’s how you’re going to do itCan’t resist a good challenge? Love finding new ways to save money?
We’re throwing down…
New Year, new you - new power company?
We’ve finally reached 2022 and after last year you’ve probably not given much thought to your New Year’s resolutions.
Don’t beat…
A brief history of electricity
Electricity is such a fundamental part of modern existence that it’s difficult to imagine life without it.
But in the grand…
Your DIY guide to spring cleaning your household appliances
Scrubbing every nook and cranny in the house probably isn’t your idea of a fun weekend, but a good old-fashioned…
Understanding your electricity meter
An electricity meter helps you and your power company keep track of how much power you’re using. Your meter measures…