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Energy information, helpful tips, stories from the community and more.

Green

The green glossary.

Your go-to guide for deciphering renewable energy buzz words.

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Reasons for an estimated bill.

It doesn’t happen very often, but here’s what you need to know if your bill is based on an estimated meter read.

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How much energy do you get for $5?

For the cost of a takeaway coffee, you can energise your home for the day (and more).

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Apartment living: How your water is heated and charged.

Learn more about the centralised hot water system in your apartment.

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The solar glossary.

From currents to kilowatts, this is your guide to understanding the powerful world of solar.

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True or false: your next car will be an EV.

Our expert team of locals bust the most-common EV misconceptions, from where we are to where we’re going.

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How our 2022 Community Grants program continues to energise the local community.

We are delighted to announce the recipients of the Community Grants program for 2022.

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The skills for better bills.

Beyond your usage: here’s how to better manage your energy bills.

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The unspoken rules of EV ownership.

A local guide to navigating the etiquette, culture and conventions of electric vehicles.

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Vehicle-to-grid technology: the future of your energy ecosystem.

A beginner’s guide to understanding V2G and how it plays a part in your home and community.

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What uses the most energy in your home?

Discover what's using the most energy in your home, and how you can reduce it.

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Power up your commercial energy ecosystem with ActewAGL.

Solutions and services to help you take charge of your business’ energy.

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What makes up your electricity price?

From the power station to your wall socket—this is how your electricity price comes about.

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How to get the most out of your account.

Better manage your budget, switch to e-billing, see ways to save and much more.

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Moving made easy.

Simple moving house hacks from ActewAGL—your home for moving home.

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Walk, talk and eat like a Canberran.

New to Canberra? Read our local tips on settling into your new city.

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Leaving the nest 101.

First things first, get some positive energy flowing through your home.

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Warm up to winter.

Power through the cooler weather with these red-hot energy saving tips.

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What’s an ActewAGL Energy Bar?

In-person energy assistance—from a local.

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Tips to power down over summer.

Power down over the holidays to save on your next energy bill.

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A powerful local history.

The story of us, our predecessors, and how Canberra’s energy came to be.

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Year in review: our community support and partnerships in the capital region.

Our ActewAGL Community Programs and Partnerships Report 2020-21 summarises our various partnerships and programs—designed to enrich and empower your local area.

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The electricity journey.

Read about the ups, downs and shape shifting electricity takes to power up your life.

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Energy efficiency checkup.

Read our tips on how to waste less and save more.

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Driving transport innovation in the capital region.

Our ZET Hack has powered some bright ideas. Here’s what you need to know.

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How we lend a helping hand in tough times.

Here’s how ActewAGL can support customers, and our community, to keep the lights on.

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The Salvation Army.

Assisting locals through the tough times, together.

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Canberra Symphony Orchestra.

A powerful partnership showcasing the talents of the capital region.

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(Home) school’s out! Energy-saving tips for the holidays.

Your no-fuss guide to saving more energy during a school holiday period spent at home.

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Energy plans: time-of-use vs. demand pricing.

Understanding the pricing structure that underpins your energy plan doesn’t have to be puzzling. Here’s what you need to know.

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Circle back to your home headquarters.

Set up an energy-efficient home office—fit for the hybrid working future.

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Which electronic devices are using the most energy in your home?

Smart energy-saving tips for your smart devices.

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Your energised day.

Five facts about the everyday energy in your world—tailored to the capital region.

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Join the community panel.

We are inviting members of the community to apply to have their say on what the future of energy looks like for the ACT as part of a community panel.

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Big energy efficiency programs, making a big impact.

From fridges to lightbulbs: a look at our award-winning energy efficiency programs.

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Before the bay.

Energy-saving tips to make sure your home is set to save when you’re going away.

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The power of the outdoors for indoor energy saving.

How to utilise the outdoors to waste less and save more energy—in every season.

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The electric vs. petrol car experience.

Let the best car win.

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Energy facts to spark your curiosity.

Gigawatts, thunderbolts and electrifying facts to brighten your day.

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Energy-efficient home ideas.

Tips to reduce your energy use and save.

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Financial support partners.

A list of trusted organisations that can provide information and financial support.

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