More about ActewAGL
ActewAGL has very close working relationships with ACTEW, AGL, Jemena, TransACT and Ecowise Environmental. This section concentrates solely on ActewAGL, the utility company.
Who is ActewAGL
ActewAGL is Australia's largest multi-utility. It was set-up in October 2000 when the Australian Gas Light Company (AGL) and ACTEW Corporation, an ACT Government-owned enterprise, entered into Australia's first utility joint venture.
In October 2006, AGL and Alinta agreed to merge their infrastructure assets and separate AGL Energy. Alinta subsequently changed its name to Jemena.
Ownership of ActewAGL's retail arm is now shared equally between AGL Energy and ACTEW Corporation, while ownership of ActewAGL's distribution arm is shared equally between Jemena and ACTEW Corporation. Jemena is owned by Singapore Power.
What are ActewAGL's core services?
ActewAGL provides a full range of essential services – electricity, natural gas, water, wastewater and internet connection – to more than 135,000 customers in Canberra and south-east New South Wales.
How many people work for ActewAGL?
We have over 1,300 employees. This proves a fun logistical challenge when we all get together with our partners for the annual staff dinner every year.
What is ActewAGL's annual turnover?
Our turnover exceeds $590 million per annum.
How experienced are you in the industry?
Our experience in providing electricity, water and wastewater services dates back to when construction of Canberra first began – over 90 years ago.
Since ActewAGL became a joint venture in October 2001, our organisation has continued to provide high levels of service and has continually been recognised for doing so. Learn more about our achievements and awards.
What's your work culture like?
Because ActewAGL is such a diverse organisation, work culture varies depending on the business area.
However, our employees like to excel in every area of work they’re involved in, so we tend to recruit people who can deal with growing responsibility, are proud of their work and enjoy exercising their initiative.
Most of all, we function very much like family, so there’s always a level of trust between the organisation and its employees.
What's your community involvement like?
We're everywhere. ActewAGL is committed to supporting the local community through its sponsorship program and currently provides sponsorship assistance to over 150 charities, schools, community groups, sporting teams and businesses in Canberra and south-east New South Wales.
Learn more about our community involvement.
How do you pronounce "ActewAGL"?
We're glad you asked. It's pronounced "ACTEW-A-G-L".