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Home Energy Audit Kits 

Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Audit kits are available for loan from the Albany Public Library.


Each energy audit kit includes:

  • A thermal imaging camera to help you locate draughts around your home and gaps in insulation, for checking fridge seals, and measuring hot water temperature.
  • A plug-in energy monitor for measuring energy consumption and the running costs of appliances
  • A basin flow measuring cup to determine the water flow rate of your taps
  • A thermometer for measuring the temperature of rooms, fridges and freezers
  • An instructional manual which explains how to conduct a variety of tests, tips to reduce your energy and water use, instructions on how to use the equipment and safety information.  

Reserve the the Home Energy Audit kit on the Albany Public Library website.

For those hiring the toolkit, the instructional video, 7 tips for getting the most out of your thermal camera, may help.



City of Albany Corporate Power Plan

The City of Albany Corporate Power Plan guides the transition of City-owned and managed buildings to 100% renewable energy by 2030.

To learn more, read the City of Albany Corporate Power Plan 2023 - 2028


Helpful tools and resources

The following resources may help your household or business to become more energy efficient.

Appliance efficiency guides:
Synergy's: Energy saving tips and tricks
Efficient appliances: Energy Rating website
Water heating: Efficient water heaters
Electrify Everything WA: Go All Electric Planner