Why More Aussies Are Going Fully Electric 

Across Australia, more households are moving away from gas and switching to fully electric homes. From heating and cooling to cooking and hot water, today’s electric appliances are cleaner, cheaper to run, and better for the planet. 

Going fully electric isn’t just about being eco-friendly. It’s about making your home smarter, more efficient, and ready for the future. 

 Why make the switch?  

• Save on your energy bills 

Gas prices keep rising, while efficient electric appliances are helping households bring their bills down. 

Research shows that fully electrified homes can save up to $1,899 a year compared to homes that still rely on gas. That’s money back in your pocket every year. (Climate Council)   

• Cut your carbon footprint 

Gas appliances are one of the biggest contributors to household emissions. By replacing them with electric options and using renewable energy, households can reduce their emissions by up to 40%. (PNAS, 2023) 

It’s a small change at home that adds up to a big impact.   

• Get more out of your energy 

Modern electric appliances are designed to be highly efficient. Heat pumps, for example, are up to 300% more efficient than gas heaters. (Solar Analytics) 

This means you’ll get the same comfort and performance while using less energy overall.   

• Future-proof your home 

Gas is only getting more expensive, while renewable energy is becoming more affordable every year. Going electric now prepares your home to take advantage of Australia’s renewable energy future. 

Getting Started: How to Electrify Your Home 

 Going fully electric doesn’t have to happen all at once. You can take it step by step:   

• Start with heating and cooling 

Replace old gas heaters with a reverse-cycle air conditioner (heat pump). It’s efficient, affordable to run, and keeps your home comfortable year-round.   

• Upgrade your hot water system 

Hot water is often the biggest chunk of a household’s energy use. Swapping a gas system for a heat pump hot water system is one of the quickest wins.   

• Switch your cooking appliances 

Induction cooktops are safer, faster, and cheaper to run than gas stoves – and you’ll notice the difference straight away in everyday cooking.   

• Look at solar and batteries 

Pairing your electric appliances with solar (and a home battery if possible) takes your savings and independence even further.  

Each step makes your home cleaner, cheaper to run, and better prepared for the future. 

How Flow Power makes it even better 

Making the switch to electric is just the beginning – pairing it with the right energy plan can maximise your savings. That’s where Flow Power comes in:  

• Flexible pricing: Pay less by shifting your usage to times when renewable energy is abundant and prices are low.  
• Real-time insights: Our app gives you live price signals so you can make smarter choices about when to use power.  
• Real customer results: Sarah, a Flow Power customer, electrified her home and saw big savings. By running more appliances during sunny, off-peak hours, she reduced her electricity rate by 4.8 c/kWh.  

Read Sarah’s full story here    

Ready to go fully electric? 

At Flow Power, we make it easy to get the most out of your fully electric home with energy plans designed to reward smarter energy use. 

Explore our energy plans today and start your journey to a fully electric future. 

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