Baby Boomers are leading the charge in making their homes more energy efficient, a trend that not only slashes power bills but also adds an average of $23,100 to property values.

A new Cotality report has revealed Aussie homes with solar systems are valued at 2.7 per cent higher than comparable homes without. It turns out these are much sought after by mature home buyers and renters.

Over-60s have proved to be the most energy-conscious in separate research by Green.com.au, which found 87.2 per cent of Baby Boomers surveyed would pay more for a home with energy-saving features.

It comes as those thinking about retirement, or who have already retired with a fixed income, battle rising energy costs like Rob Ashes.

The 69-year-old of Sydney's Lane Cove, said his spacious three-level hom

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