Business Energy Blog
Standby power – How much is it really costing your business?
Many of us are guilty of leaving an appliance on standby, either because we know we’ll need to use it again soon, or someone else will. Standby power can be convenient, but did you know it can also be quite costly for your business? What is standby power? Standby power refers to the energy drawn […]
Updating to smart meters
Energy meters are an important device for reading the electricity used at a premises. For your business, they can be a valuable tool to help you better understand and manage your energy usage and costs. If you haven’t had your meter updated in recent years, there’s a chance you could still be relying on an […]
What is RERT?
With various fees and charges appearing on an electricity bill, it can be hard to know what each of them means. You may have recently seen a charge appear on your business electricity bill called ‘RERT’. Let us break down what this charge is and how it impacts your business energy. What is RERT? Reliability […]
Benefits of commercial solar
With electricity prices continuing to increase, many Australian businesses are looking to reduce energy costs. Now is a good time to take control of your business energy costs with commercial solar solutions. Commercial solar has become increasingly cost-effective, and can provide a wide range of benefits for your business. Solar solutions With systems specifically designed […]
How smart devices can help your business save energy
There can be many contributors to your business’s energy costs, and investing in technology, such as smart devices, can be a good way to save energy. How smart is your business? With numerous appliances running at once it can be easy for your business energy use to add up. Smart devices can help detect potential […]
What is Unaccounted for Energy?
If you’re a business owner who consistently reviews your business electricity bills, or have your accounts department do it, then you may have seen a figure appear on your electricity bill which is labelled ‘Unaccounted for Energy’, and have wondered what this is. From 01 May 2022, The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) implemented a […]
Understanding the energy rating label of your office appliances
You’re sure to have noticed a label on your appliances – the energy rating label – but what does it actually mean? Appliances such as air conditioning units, computer monitors, dishwashers and refrigerators come with this Australian Government regulated efficiency label. As these appliances are often found in an office space, it’s worth understanding the […]
The challenges of EVs
The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has occurred more widely in other countries, and with fuel prices soaring, many people may be looking for alternatives, however, Australia is not quite there yet. While there’s no doubt electric cars can provide numerous benefits, not least of which they are more environmentally friendly, there are some challenges […]
How to save on energy costs in the office
While you may not be able to do anything about increasing energy prices, that doesn’t mean you can’t find various ways to reduce your business’s energy costs. Energy costs for businesses can be impacted by various things, so it’s good to seriously think about how you’re using energy and how you can cut back on […]









