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Expert Commentary

Catch up on expert commentary from our team and CEO, on prominent issues affecting Australian energy consumers.

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Joint letter to AER and Energy Ministers: Rate of Return Instrument

Joint letter from consumer groups and the social sector, addressed to the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) and Energy Ministers, regarding the Rate of Return Instrument.

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One of the highest impact decisions for home energy bills is about to be made. Here’s why it matters

This will be one of the highest impact decisions for household energy bills in the coming years, potentially saving consumers billions of dollars. Find out about the Regulated Rate of Return, and why it matters.

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The Solar Sharer Offer will be available soon – but how many consumers will sign up? And should they?

Free electricity — what’s not to like? But our analysis at Energy Consumers Australia shows that some consumers are not able to take full advantage of the Solar Sharer Offer, and some may even be worse off if they switch. It is critical that governments and retailers clearly communicate the advantages and disadvantages of these plans.

Media Releases

Access a selection of recent media releases. To receive our latest releases or for any media-related enquiries, email us.

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Billion-dollar premium driving cost-of-living pressures: consumer, small business and social sectors

Media release: Consumer, small business and social sector groups are calling for the energy regulator to take urgent action on the energy network premium helping drive needless cost-of-living pressures.

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“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.