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Average Energy Usage and the Suitability of an 8kW Solar System
An 8kW system generates roughly 32 kWh a day averaged across the year. The average Australian household uses 15 to 20 kWh.
Red Energy vs. AGL vs. Origin: Which is Best?
Three retailers come up again and again when Australians switch: Red Energy, AGL and Origin.
Is Red Energy a Green Energy Provider? A Look at Their Renewables
Red Energy does not market itself as a purely green retailer, which is more honest than some of its competitors.
Contacting Red Energy: Phone, Email, and Online Support
Red Energy runs separate lines for those, and picking the right one saves you a transfer. Most routine account jobs do not need a person at all.
Is Amber Electric Right for You? A Review
If you are eager to understand the ins and outs of wholesale electricity pricing and how Amber Electric fits into the picture, start with our Complete Guide.
Is Amber Electric Cheaper? A Price Comparison Analysis
Unlike traditional retailers that buy electricity at fixed rates and add a margin for profit, Amber Electric offers a different approach.
AGL's 'Three for Free' Plan: Is it Better Than Sharing Your Solar?
AGL's "Three for Free" plan gives South Australian households free electricity between 10 am and 1 pm, every day.
The Pros and Cons of Wholesale Electricity Pricing: An Amber Electric Perspective
Wholesale pricing removes that service and the margin attached to it. You get the real price, which is lower on average and occasionally much higher.
How to Use Amber Electric to Reduce Your Energy Bill
Amber Electric stands apart from traditional energy retailers by offering access to wholesale electricity prices, passed directly to consumers.
Amber Electric: A Guide to Understanding Your Bill
The first page of your Amber Electric bill provides a summary of the most important information.
Understanding Solar Inverter Overclocking: Maximizing Your 6.6kW System
Inverter overclocking involves using a solar panel array with a slightly higher capacity than the inverter's rated capacity.
Is the AGL EV Plan Worth It? We Did the Math So You Don't Have To
AGL's Night Saver EV plan charges 8c/kWh between midnight and 6am. Filling a 62kWh Tesla costs about .96 at that rate against roughly 9 at peak.