We’ve been asked “Haven’t we got plenty of gas? So why is it getting more expensive?”. It’s a more than fair question. As always, we wish there was a simple answer, but there are so many factors at play it might be best if we present some of those in detail. We hope that knowing… Read More
It’s nice to get the occasional pat on the back
Can the energy industry get it together?
Just for something a bit different, we thought we’d open a can of worms about the energy sector! And by ‘the energy sector’ we mean policymakers and regulators, as well as investors, big and small businesses, and even individuals who have some influence on direction and outcomes. While emotions are still running high following the… Read More
Our 12 top tips for saving energy this summer
When the weather warms up it’s only natural for us to look for ways to keep cool. But sometimes we’re not as smart about it as we could be. Tips to Save Energy in Summer Here are some relatively simple and inexpensive things you can do to keep your cool through the warmer months, while… Read More
The state of electricity – according to the ACCC
Last year, we wrote a couple of posts about the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s Retail Electricity Pricing Inquiry report*, which concluded in June 2018, and the recommendations it contained. In a nutshell, we thought what the ACCC produced was pretty fair, including the fact that they identified that wholesale prices and network costs are… Read More
Is it unrealistic to expect no blackouts?
Real-World Blackouts: Lessons from Around the World In June, there was a massive blackout across Argentina and Uruguay, leaving 48 million people without power from around 7 am on a Sunday morning. It took several hours for authorities to even begin restoring power, which meant thousands of homes in the capital Buenos Aires were also… Read More