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News
29 October 2025
4 min read
Simplicity doesn't equal higher engagement
Most households in the National Electricity Market can choose their electricity retailer. In theory, this should foster competition - but evidence suggests otherwise.
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News
04 December 2025
3 min read
New research underlines need for minimum energy efficiency standards for Australia’s rental properties
Media release: More than two-thirds of Australian renters say they are avoiding heating and cooling to save money, new Energy Consumers Australia data shows.
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News
29 October 2021
4 min read
‘New Reg’ trial provides valuable insights
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Research
14 July 2021
4 min read
World-leading research about our emerging energy practices: Future Home Life
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13 May 2021
6 min read
Why we’re not telling you to shop around (but maybe you should)
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10 May 2023
5 min read
Why the Federal Budget leaves energy consumers better off
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News
03 July 2025
5 min read
Why distribution network planning rules need to change
Our Integrated Distribution System Planning (electricity) rule change request to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) aims to modernise distribution network planning requirements to ensure consumers don’t pay more than they have to.
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Research
08 June 2023
7 min read
Why consumers are concerned about the future
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21 September 2021
6 min read
Who foots the bill for an uncoordinated energy transition?
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07 June 2021
7 min read
Where is the innovation in the electricity market?
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Research
24 October 2018
4 min read
What's a 'standing offer'?
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