Australian households face growing challenges in understanding and navigating an increasingly complex energy retail market. Many consumers are unaware of available tariffs, how they change over time, and the resulting impacts on household energy costs. Understanding this information is more important than ever as the energy landscape evolves, and must consider challenges such as the integration of consumer energy resources, the future role of gas, and changing patterns of generation.
To raise awareness on these matters, the St Vincent de Paul Society has conducted independent, consumer-focused tracking and analysis of residential energy tariffs since 2010. This analysis is the only timely, independent, and consumer-driven analysis of the retail market and associated price trends, policy shifts, and their real-world implications for households and fills a critical gap in the energy policy space. It is a trusted, accessible resource for policymakers, regulators, and consumer advocates who rely on accurate, up-to-date information to inform regulatory processes, policy design, and advocacy efforts.
An annual national tracker is released, in addition to reports for each state and territory in the National Electricity Market. By enhancing transparency in the energy market, this work empowers more equitable and evidence-based decision-making.
