Almost two-thirds of Australians plan to change their Christmas electricity habits this year amid the ongoing energy and cost of living crisis, research reveals.
Furthermore, one in 10 Australians say they plan to upgrade to energy-efficient and solar options for their Christmas lights.
With the big day just a few weeks away, now is the time for Australians to consider upgrading to safer, more energy-efficient options.
Christmas decorations make their way into stock at Aussie retailers earlier every year, with festive-themed trimmings lighting up the lives of families across the nation.
Just about every suburb, town and city decks itself out with festive lights in the lead-up to Christmas, but many decorations can be power-hungry and a potential safety risk.
Getting into the festive spirit doesn’t have to break the bank or overload your switchboard; solar and battery-powered lights are a great alternative to those powered electrically.
There is a wide range of solar and battery-powered lights on the market, from classic fairy lights to candles.
The team at Battery World recommend purchasing higher capacity and quality batteries and rechargeable options to ensure that your batteries don’t end up in a landfill and can continue to be used next Christmas or even around the house.
When lighting your house this Christmas, whether it be on the inside or out, safety is paramount.
According to the Australian Medical Association, thousands of Australians find themselves in hospital every year because of Christmas-related injuries.
Ensure that you are purchasing products that are safe and compliant to decrease the risk of fires cause from overheating.
If you’re planning on putting up lights this festive season, it’s best to make sure to turn them off when leaving the house or going to bed, and keep them out of reach of small children and pets.
Some types of Christmas lights require small batteries, which can present safety risks for small children, so this must be considered when it comes to choosing what to deck the halls with.
Battery safety tips:
- Ensure that the products have correct childproof packaging.
- Dispose of used products properly.
- Purchase products that are compliant with Australian standards.
- Store batteries out of reach of children.
