Some eye-opening facts about the silent energy guzzlers in our homes. Ever wonder where your electricity goes? Let's break it down, Kiwi-style!
Heating Water (27%)💧: Believe it or not, nearly a third of your energy bill takes a warm dive. That's right – heating water is a major player in the power game.
Electronic Devices (20%)🔌: Your gadgets, from TVs to laptops, are not just entertaining; they're also energy munchers. They take up a cool fifth of your electricity usage.
Fridges and Cool Appliances (17%)🧊: Chillin' comes at a cost! Keeping things cool in your fridge and other appliances sips up a good chunk of your power, around 17%.
Keeping Warm (15%)🔥: It's not just the heater; keeping your home toasty takes up a significant share, around 15%. Snuggle blankets, anyone?
Lighting (13%)💡: Let there be light, but let's be wise about it. Lighting makes up around 13% of your electricity usage.
Cooking (5%)🍳: Fire up the stove! Cooking accounts for about 5% of your power usage. Time to get creative with those energy-efficient recipes.
Drying Clothes (3%)👕: Tumble, tumble, tumble – drying clothes takes a small but noticeable slice, around 3%, of your total energy usage.
Knowing where your power goes is the first step to keeping those bills in check. So, next time you flick the switch or turn on the kettle, remember these facts – your wallet will thank you!
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Taken from----Dave @ Glimp
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Make a hearty dish. Take just half a minute. Add four parts of kestrel. Then just add one. What have you made?
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As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.
We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
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50% Human-centred experience and communication
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18.8% Critical thinking
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31.3% Resilience and adaptability
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