AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY ENERGY COMPARISON

The ACT is one of the most reliable and affordable networks in the country.

Electricity

There is only one distributor in the ACT called ActewAGL.

Consumers are free to compare retailer prices due to deregulation. This leads to more competition in the market, which should drive prices down further.

There are a limited number of suppliers including ActewAGL, Energy Australia, and Origin Energy.

Concession card holders may be eligible for an energy concession. Customers using an electric life support machine may also be eligible for a life support rebate. This includes required systems of heating and cooling.

Consumers may choose their own supplier, but there is price protection set by the government on the largest supplier ActewAGL. In order to get the best price, compare those available here.

Want to choose a new retailer? Click here to compare.

Gas

ActewAGL is the largest supplier in the ACT with over 90% of the market share. Energy Australia and Origin are the other options.

Concession card holders may be eligible for an energy concession. Customers on an electricity run life support machine may also be eligible for a life support rebate. This includes required systems of heating and cooling. Customers with energy efficient appliances may also be available for a rebate.

Consumers are free to compare retailer prices due to deregulation. This leads to more competition in the market, which should drive prices down further. In order to get the best price, compare those available here.

You can choose a gas retailer for a lower rate – click here to compare.