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Photo of a person using an energy app, facing away from the camera. They are wearing a green fluffy jumper and standing in front of solar panels. Their hands, holding a phone, and some of their hair is in shot.
Media releases
11 August 2026
2 min read
“Significant savings and trust are on the line”: Energy Consumers Australia
Media release: Australian households with solar and batteries could be missing out on significant savings from Virtual Power Plants, as energy companies struggle to earn the trust of consumers. Our new report shows why a consumer duty and fairer rewards are overdue.
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Media releases
29 October 2021
4 min read
‘New Reg’ trial provides valuable insights
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Photo of a car charging kerbside on a street in Port Adelaide, South Australia. The white car is connected to an electric vehicle charger situated on the footpath, in front of a shop.
Media releases
16 July 2026
3 min read
‘A levelling of the playing field’: ECA hails today’s final determination on network planning as a win for consumers and the energy transition
Media release: Energy Consumers Australia (ECA) welcomes today's final determination on Enhancing Distribution Network Planning and Reporting as a key milestone in Australia's energy transition that could lead to significant benefits for all consumers.
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Media releases
19 May 2023
2 min read
Welcome progress in helping consumers control their energy use and bills
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Media releases
08 December 2022
2 min read
Urgent action to shield consumers from bill shock imminent
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Media releases
24 February 2023
3 min read
Timely news with national campaign to drive down bills
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Media releases
16 January 2025
3 min read
Time of use tariffs yet to work for many consumers, new report shows
Media release: Our new report shows many Australian households are receiving limited benefits from dynamic pricing structures like time of use and demand tariffs.
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Media releases
19 July 2024
2 min read
Statement on the Consumer Reforms announced by Energy Ministers
Media release in response to the latest Consumer Reforms announced by Energy Ministers, July 2024.
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Media releases
23 July 2026
2 min read
Statement in response to AEMC Integrated System Plan framework discussion paper
Energy Consumers Australia response to the AEMC Integrated System Plan framework discussion paper.
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