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Green energy retailers
Here is a list of the top green energy retailers: 1. Powershop (NZ owned) 2. Diamond Energy (80% Australian) 3. EnergyLocals (Australian) (has a "start-up sub branch, Amber, who provides fluctuating wholesale energy prices) 4. Enova (Community owned, ...
What is the survey for life support customers being conducted in partnership with TasNetworks?
TasNetworks have partnered with AEF to conduct questionnaires into Life Support Customers, to better understand the needs of the customers, the challenges they face, and to try to identify ways to improve the service they provide. Here is a banner to ...
I want help with no-cost energy efficiency or energy savings options?
HINT: while giving advice, you need to be mindful to phrase any behaviour change suggestions as positive and helpful. Show that you want to help. Consumers don’t want to feel judged or deprived. Remember to use the phrase “while still keeping ...
I depend on Life Support Equipment?
If you or someone in your household uses life support equipment, you may be eligible for protection under the life support energy regulations. This means your address is registered with your local network and they will advise you in advance of any ...
What does my smart meter do?
Your smart meter records your energy usage at half-hourly intervals. If you have been in your property for over 12 months, Victorian Energy Compare can use this data to give you personalised energy comparison results. The easiest way to use this ...
Who can the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) help?
If you live in Victoria and if as a result of COVID-19, you have worked or are working from home, and your energy bills have gone up we want to provide you with some advice tailored especially for you and your circumstances. This is a free service to ...
What can the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) do to help me?
THIS PROGRAM IS AWAITING FURTHER FUNDING, AND THE ASSISTANCE LISTED BELOW IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE. WE ARE CURRENTLY LIMITED TO HELPING PEOPLE TO APPLY FOR THE STATE GOVERNMENT'S $250 POWER SAVING BONUS. Prior to July 2021 - Once we determine ...
What is the Victorian Energy Assistance Program (EAP)?
LIMITED NOW (from July 2021) TO HELPING WITH THE $250 POWER SAVING BONUS APPLICATION. This Victorian State Government program was a COVID-19 initiative and started in October 2020. It is for Victorians only, and is delivered by Brotherhood of Saint ...
What resources can I use to calculate my carbon footprint?
There are many carbon footprint calculators now available such as: https://carbonneutral.com.au/carbon-calculator/ https://apps.epa.vic.gov.au/AGC/home.html https://www.australianethical.com.au/carbon-footprint-calculator/ ...
What pool pump do you recommend?
According to the energy rating website, in households with a swimming pool or spa, the pump is usually the largest user of electricity, making up about 18% of the electricity bill. It is recommended to get a pool pump with a higher energy efficiency ...