Some low-income households are having to cut back on showering, washing and cooking to cope with rising power bills, researchers say.
Kimberley O'Sullivan and co-authors from the University of Otago have released a briefing that highlights that low-income households are spending disproportionately more of their income on power costs, but are often still unable to meet their basic needs.
"Our research shows those most vulnerable to energy poverty have already cut back on electricity use as much as possible. As prices continue to rise, there is no wiggle room for these households," she said. Read more