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Simple explainers to help you understand how energy works.

May 26, 2025

Electricity price hikes coming in July: Here's everything you need to know - DMO & VDO 2025-26

Breaking down the final determinations for the 2025-26 Default Market Offer (DMO) and Victorian Default Offer (VDO). Find out how these changes impact energy bills and ways to minimise cost increases.

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Energy education

October 25, 2024

What is a smart meter? How to read and use it

A smart meter is one of today’s energy innovations that can change how you monitor your energy consumption, allowing you to take control of your electricity and gas use while saving money in the process. Here we look at what smart meters are, how they differ from traditional meters, how to read and interpret them, and the benefits they can bring.

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Energy education

October 10, 2024

The energy efficiency opportunity for our top energy-consuming industries

They’re the juggernauts of energy consumption in Australia and in today’s environmentally conscious and eco-obliged world, under increasing pressure to demonstrate a forward- looking stance when it comes to energy efficiency and sustainable practices. It’s also not surprising that these giants of energy consumption are the businesses that are the Australian economy’s backbone, so it’s in everyone’s interest that they meet the challenges ahead in a way that doesn’t compromise their business success. Let’s take a quick look at the Big 9 in terms of energy consumption, why they consume so much energy and where their opportunities for energy efficiency lie.

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Energy education

September 17, 2024

Energy efficiency for pubs, clubs & hotels

Interested in making your pub, club or hotel more energy efficient? Read the useful guide in our latest blog article below – then talk to a Zembl Energy Consultant who can help make it happen.

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Energy education

September 10, 2024

Why your energy bill may have increased despite falling default rates

If you've noticed your energy bill climbing despite hearing about falling default market offer (DMO) and Victorian default offer (VDO) rates, you're not alone. Many homeowners and small business owners are scratching their heads, wondering how this could happen. In this blog article, we'll explore why your energy costs might be rising even as default rates drop. You'll gain insights into the various components of energy billing and learn practical tips to manage expenses better.

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Energy education

August 28, 2024

Energy efficiency in Australian education

If ONE school turned off their appliances at the wall every night it would save on average $2225 per school per month, and that, multiplied by Australia’s 9500 schools, amounts to a cost reduction of $235M per year.

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Energy education

August 7, 2024

How to read an electricity meter: Easy guide

In this guide, we'll break down everything you need to know about reading your electricity meter, from identifying different types of meters, to learning step-by-step instructions for both analogue and digital meters. By the end, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to take control of your energy consumption.

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