Electricity




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What are fossil fuels?

Posted by November 29th 2024

With the increasing popularity of renewable energy, more attention is being placed on the production and use of fossil fuels in Australia. While there are arguments both for and against fossil fuels, it seems many …



Victorian Default Offer Explained

Victorian Default Offer (VDO) explained

Posted by July 3rd 2024

The Victorian Default Offer, or VDO, was introduced in July 2019. It meant that electricity providers' standing offers would be regulated and Victorian customers would no longer be left to pay expensive electricity plans by …


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Dodo vs Kogan Energy: Electricity Cost Comparison

Posted by July 11th 2024

Dodo has currently switched off market offer plans to new customers in South Australia. We will do our best to keep the details on this page up to date as new information becomes available. Please …


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Default Market Offer (DMO) explained

Posted by November 29th 2024

First introduced by energy regulators as a response to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) inquiry into electricity prices, the ‘Default Market Offer (DMO) serves as a price cap for electricity on standing offer …



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Wholesale energy prices and providers in Australia

Posted by July 11th 2024

Energy prices can be an overwhelming topic, resulting in some households paying more for electricity. Many electricity customers are unaware that it is possible to purchase energy at wholesale energy prices, therefore missing out on …


Coal Power

Coal-fired power stations in Australia explained

Posted by June 28th 2024

It wouldn’t be farfetched to say that most Australians would have stumbled across the term ‘coal-fired power stations’ at least once in their life. Whether it’s listening to a fiery discussion on talkback radio or …




Renewable energy

What is renewable energy and how does it work in Australia?

Posted by November 29th 2024

Renewable energy is a hot topic these days. With countries around the world slowly building their renewable energy portfolios, it seems the pressure is on for Australia to keep up. But what exactly is renewable …



Power Factor Explained

Power factor: What is it and how to calculate it

Posted by June 21st 2024

Electricity is one of the largest overheads for many businesses, and with power prices soaring it’s time for companies to get smart about energy. Having a good power factor is imperative to keeping bills low …


Solar panels

Commercial solar: Expert guide for businesses

Posted by June 19th 2024

In this guide, Canstar Blue’s energy experts discuss the commercial solar generation options available to businesses in Australia. From system sizing to installers and even some rough cost estimates, we reveal what businesses need to …


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Solar monitoring system: Should you get one?

Posted by June 19th 2024

Solar panels are a great way to minimise your energy bill and your reliance on grid electricity. But while solar systems are excellent when working correctly, it can be difficult to tell when something breaks …


Solar panels on roof

Net metering: What is it and how does it work?

Posted by June 18th 2024

As we aim for a cleaner, greener future, switching to solar energy has fast become a lifeline for Australians, especially as rising power prices tear holes in household budgets. With so many jumping on board …


vpp

What is a virtual power plant (VPP)?

Posted by June 18th 2024

With more than three million Aussie rooftops now sporting solar panels, it’s clear that the sunburnt nation loves its solar energy. But solar energy isn’t always sunshine and rainbows for those looking to utilise it. …