Going electric is great for property owners.

Yours might not know that.

Talking to the person who owns your home isn’t always easy, and it’s almost always done through your property manager.

But the most important first step to encourage your landlord to electrify your building is to start a conversation.

We’ve prepared a simple template to get you started, starting with an approach on hot water - download the letter and tailor it for your own situation.

Renters template

Easily request energy-efficient upgrades with our ready-to-use letter templates for your real estate agent.

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Hot water system upgrade template

Electrification Ideas for Renters

As a renter, it’s hard to fully electrify without your landlord’s help. But there are several things you can do on your own!

Here are a few to get you started:

  • Get a portable induction cooktop

With small-but-mighty countertop appliances like induction hot plates, you can enjoy the health, environmental, and culinary benefits of cooking without gas.

  • Reducing your gas stove use can improve your indoor air quality and protect your loved ones.

  • From top chefs to cup-of-ramen aficionados, induction cooking is enjoyable for all cooking levels.

  • Buy a new or used EV

Buying an EV can save you thousands of dollars on fuel, cut your carbon pollution significantly, and make your neighbors jealous. 

  • Used EVs are coming onto the market.

  • Lots of new models are being announced, ranges are increasing and charging stations are opening.

  • Australian EV drivers can save around $1,500 a year charging from the grid.