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🌟 New Blog Alert! 🌟 We've just published a new blog post on the impact of the new demand power tariffs on Australian households. 📈💡 Discover how these changes might affect your electricity bills and learn about practical strategies to manage costs. From shifting energy use and upgrading to energy-efficient appliances to leveraging solar power and battery storage, we've got you covered! Don't miss out on valuable insights and tips to navigate these changes effectively. Read the full blog post here:https://bit.ly/4bXNlXn Let's work together towards a sustainable and cost-effective energy future! 🌿🔋 #EnergySavings #DemandTariffs #SolarPower #BatteryStorage #EnergyEfficiency #RenewableEnergy #SustainableLiving #GreenEnergy #ElectricityCosts #HouseholdTips #EnergyManagement #EcoFriendly #SolarSolutions #EnergyStorage #Sustainability #ElectricityBills #SolarEnergy #SmartEnergy #SpecializedSolar #EnergySolutions

🌟 New Blog Alert! 🌟 We've just published a new blog post on the impact of the new demand power tariffs on Australian households. 📈💡 Discover how these changes might affect your electricity bills and learn about practical strategies to manage costs. From shifting energy use and upgrading to energy-efficient appliances to leveraging solar power and battery storage, we've got you covered! Don't miss out on valuable insights and tips to navigate these changes effectively. Read the full blog post here:https://bit.ly/4bXNlXn Let's work together towards a sustainable and cost-effective energy future! 🌿🔋 #EnergySavings #DemandTariffs #SolarPower #BatteryStorage #EnergyEfficiency #RenewableEnergy #SustainableLiving #GreenEnergy #ElectricityCosts #HouseholdTips #EnergyManagement #EcoFriendly #SolarSolutions #EnergyStorage #Sustainability #ElectricityBills #SolarEnergy #SmartEnergy #SpecializedSolar #EnergySolutions

NURC: consumers must demand reliable and high-quality service from utilities The National Utilities Regulatory Commission, the NURC is urging customers of water and electricity services to actively participate in processes designed to ensure they receive a a reasonably priced and reliable supply of high-quality service from utility companies. The National Utilities Regulatory Commission is an independent regulatory body mandated to regulate water and electricity supply services in Saint Lucia. Allison Jean is the Chief Executive Officer of the NURC says the organisation is committed to ensuring that Saint Lucians have access to a reasonably priced and reliable supply of water and electricity. The NURC receives applications for tariff increases or request for increases in water and electricity rates from the utility companies and after detailed scrutiny a nd nationwide consultation determines whether the tariff is justified. Mrs. Jean wants Saint Lucians to learn more about NURC and to make use its services. For example, the NURC is authorised to investigate consumer complaints. But it does so ONLY AFTER all complaint’s procedures at WASCO and LUCELEC have been exhausted. The NURC also has responsibility for licensing water trucking companies. A recent amendment to the Electricity Act also gives the NURC authority to regulate the integration of renewable sources of energy into the national grid. The NURC CEO says consumers and investors have a role to play in ensuring quality and reliability of utility services. They can also have a say through consultations on request for increase in tariffs. Click on this link to learn more about the National Utilities Regulatory Commission. https://lnkd.in/eRfmEQsr

A small population can not simply afford the complex structure where we are in now. Industry has now added lot more overheads (VAR as opposed to kW) who are not actively involved in electricity generation, transmission, and or distribution but involved in retailing, management and operation of competitive electricity market (AEMO), regulations (AEMC) etc. pushing the overall tariff to new heights. On top of that the renewable agenda has brought in more complexities resulting in introduction of super innovative tariff structure which majority of customers either do not have the knowledge or time to decipher. May be the time to rethink on vertical reintegration.

A new report from Clean Energy Associates (CEA) and the American Council on Renewable Energy shows how antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) tariffs create cost issues not just for imported solar panels, but for US-made solar panels as well. #solarenergy #india #solarpower

We recently shared some insights with pv magazine Global about our research which underscores the critical importance of incentives and education in driving the adoption of flexible EV tariffs across the UK. As we transition towards a more sustainable future, empowering consumers with the right tools and knowledge is essential.   This analysis is a significant component of our work under Project FLASH for The Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), where we collaborated with EDF and Landis+Gyr to explore and implement innovative solutions that make flexible tariffs more accessible and beneficial for homeowners.    Our findings highlighted that consumers are more likely to embrace flexible tariffs when financial incentives are paired with clear education. It’s all about helping people understand how their choices can impact grid stability, reduce system costs, and contribute to a clean energy future.   The research, also included a focus group session, which showed that customers are keen to learn about the benefits of these new technologies but need the right information and support to make informed decisions.   Check out the full article linked below to see how our work is helping to create more informed and engaged energy consumers 🔗 #evtariff #energytransition #evs

In a recent tariff application published by the energy regulator Nersa, Eskom has proposed an average tariff increase of 36.15% for the upcoming year, aiming to boost its return on assets to 6% over the next three years, ending March 31, 2028. This significant request raises important questions about the implications for consumers and the broader energy market. 1. How will this steep rise impact your household budget and the operation of your business? 2. The cost of electricity plays a significant role in the total cost of ownership for homes and businesses. How are you currently managing your electricity costs? 3. In underserved markets, the decay of infrastructure means that more families and businesses are left vulnerable, which can hinder economic growth and job creation. Consider the impact of ongoing load reduction—many communities face significant challenges due to unreliable power. What are the effects of power outages on your daily life or business operations? 4. With the upcoming liberalisation of the electricity market, there’s a chance for more choices and competitive options. Are you prepared to explore solutions that prioritise cost-efficiency and reliability? https://lnkd.in/dkzpRYRD

My recent essay on Nigeria's electricity sector, tariff hike and energy transition, published in Nigeria's newspaper, Daily Independent newspaper. Excerpt: "Furthermore, the failure of the government to fund alternative power generation and supply, espe­cially through solar and wind ener­gy, is part of the agenda to protect the profits of private businesses in the power supply network. If the government embarks on a policy to power all public institutions with so­lar and wind power supply systems, this will reduce, in the medium and long term, government expenditure, reliance on crude oil and fossil fuels, and rapidly increase renewable pow­er supply uptake across the country. By directly funding production and installation factories for renewable power and establishing research cen­tres/institutes for renewable energy, a new clean energy economy will be created that will have multiplier ef­fects on the economy. A deliberate focus on invest­ment in stand-alone and non-grid renewable power for rural homes, low-income earners, and workers (whose income is fixed) who spend a significant share of their income on energy, will reduce the cost of liv­ing and poverty, and further spur the economy as more disposable income will be available for other needs. This will also reduce pressure on existing traditional electricity capacity, and compel private electricity compa­nies (Discos and Gencos) to be more responsible and competitive. But the Nigerian pro-capitalist government will not do this because it is not in the handbook given to them by the masters in the Bretton Woods insti­tutions." https://lnkd.in/dUe3FKX9

South Africa’s parliament will debate a proposal from the nation’s state-owned energy utility that could see electricity tariffs rise as much as 40% next year, according to the Democratic Alliance party. As a Chinese, I am deeply grateful for the stable and affordable #electricity grid provided by my country. At the same time, I understand the concerns of #South African citizens about potential future electricity price instability. Electricity, like sunshine and water, is an indispensable resource in our daily lives. If I were to face the prospect of long-term electricity price volatility, I too would invest in photovoltaic #solar energy. By doing so, I would secure control over my electricity supply, providing a stable and reliable source of energy for myself and my family. This would allow me to take control of my energy needs and ensure a dependable source of energy for the future.  #electric #energy #solar #inverter #Kstar