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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.

Media release: our response to the ACCC's unsolicited selling and lead generation report.

Energy Consumers Australia response to the AEMC Integrated System Plan framework discussion paper.

Media release: Almost 1 in 3 Australian households report difficulty paying electricity bills over the last 6 months, as consumers are forced to navigate a complex and confusing market, research released today by Energy Consumers Australia (ECA) shows.

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.

Media release: Today’s release of the Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) 2026 Integrated System Plan (ISP) reveals that rooftop solar and home batteries will continue to be a major driver of the nation's energy transition. However, we're calling for network regulation reform to optimise every dollar spent on the transition.

Media release: “We welcome the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) proposals to reform network tariffs,” Brian Spak, Energy Consumers Australia (ECA) General Manager, Advocacy and Policy, said.

Joint media release: Leading consumer and small business groups have expressed dismay at the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) failure to address the ‘loyalty tax’ harming households and small business.

Media release: Energy Consumers Australia (ECA) is excited to welcome today’s publication of the FlexCost methodology, an important step toward building a least-cost electricity transition that benefits all consumers.