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Petrol retailer ampol to enter australian energy market

Petrol retailer Ampol to enter Australian energy market

Petrol refiner and retailer Ampol will enter the Australian energy market, eager to tap into its existing customer base of 3 million. Ampol will look to sell both electricity and gas across a number of Australian states and territories and compete against the major retailers.

Nsw announces 80 billion green hydrogen plan

NSW announces $80 billion green hydrogen plan

The New South Wales government has announced a new green hydrogen plan that will offer $3 billion in incentives and look to attract over $80 billion in investments, as the state continues the push towards more renewable energy and reduced emissions.

Suncorp offers solar cashback for home loan customers

Suncorp offers solar cashback for home loan customers

Suncorp Bank has announced that new and existing home loan customers who have a solar power system or will have one installed before 31 December 2021 may be eligible to receive a cash bonus from the bank.

Switching energy providers it should be easier with new rules

Switching energy providers? It should be easier with new rules

Switching energy providers will become quicker and easier with new rules coming into play from October 1. With a significant reduction in wait times for customers switching providers, we may also see better energy deals being offered across the board.

Electricity network upgrades for victoria to improve bushfire safety

Electricity network upgrades for Victoria to improve bushfire safety

An upgrade to electricity networks in Geelong and Torquay to improve bushfire safety and accommodate the region’s population growth will begin site preparations this month. Powercor, a Victorian electricity distribution company, will deliver the upgrades at a cost of $110 million.