The Good Energy Guide

Gas stoves have long been sold as the gold standard in Aussie kitchens, but many people don’t realise how much they can affect the air you breathe while you cook.    In this episode, we chat with health expert Dr Anthony Hull and break down what actually gets released when that blue flame is burning, how quickly pollutants can build up in a kitchen, why some households notice coughing, irritation, or asthma flare ups around mealtimes and what you can do to help reduce the impacts. 

Most of us don’t realise just how much gas shapes the air we breathe, both inside our homes and out in our communities.    In this episode, we unpack what those pollutants are, how they impact health, especially for children and people with asthma, and the symptoms that often go unnoticed. We also explore how switching to electric alternatives, including EVs, can help cut these pollutants and improve air quality over time.    With clear advice from health expert Dr Anthony Hull, we explore practical steps to reduce exposure and give you the facts to help you make safer choices at home and in your wider environment. 

Plenty of people worry about running out of charge on longer trips, and this range anxiety is still one of the biggest reasons some Australians hesitate to buy an EV.    In this episode, Ausgrid’s Head of Fleet, Logistics & EVCI, Nick Black, breaks down how far today’s EVs really go, what day‑to‑day charging looks like, and how Australia’s rapidly expanding charging network is making longer journeys easier for peace of mind. 

Thinking about an EV but unsure what it really costs to own one? In this episode we chat with Nick Black, Ausgrid's Head of Fleet, Logistics & EVCI, who breaks down the real financial side of electric vehicles, from the upfront price to running and maintenance costs, and what ownership actually looks like day to day.    If you’re weighing up whether an EV makes sense for your lifestyle, this episode helps you make an informed call. 

Heating and cooling chew through more household energy than most people realise.    In this episode we chat with Jimmy Li, Technical Director & Co-Founder of ZapCat, a social enterprise helping Australian's save money and the planet by transitioning to clean energy. We dig into why reverse cycle systems are now one of the most efficient ways to stay comfortable all year round, how much they cost to run compared to gas, and which settings can actually save you money.  

Hot water is one of the biggest hidden costs in any home. In this episode we chat with Jimmy Li, Technical Director & Co-Founder of ZapCat, a social enterprise helping Australian's save money and the planet by transitioning to clean energy. We uncover why some systems chew through far more electricity or gas than expected, the signs yours might need an upgrade, and how heat pump technology is changing the game.    Simple, actionable advice helps you choose a system that keeps the showers hot while keeping your bills under control.