Momentum Energy logo
Origin Energy logo
Powershop logo
Alinta Energy logo
OVO Energy logo
Energy Australia logo
Lumo Energy logo
Red Energy logo
AGL logo
ActewAGL logo
Simply Energy logo
We don’t have access to all of the products available in your area: we do not compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. At times certain brands or products may not be available or offered to you. From time to time we may have access to better offers that are only available over the phone. Call us to see if you are eligible. Learn more.

Why compare energy plans in New South Wales?

  • Take advantage of cheaper plans. Market offers are competitive plans that often include discounts or lower rates. However, this offer may revert to a more expensive plan (a standing or default offer plan) once the contract ends (e.g. after 12 months).
  • Review your property’s tariff. Different tariffs have an impact on the way you’re charged for electricity. Depending on your situation, you may be able to change plans to a different tariff that better suits your needs.
  • See if your energy provider (also known as retailers) offers any discounts. Discounts can help you make long-term savings on your energy bill for your home or business. Some discounts may be for a set period (e.g. a 20% discount for the first 12 months with a new provider), and some may be ongoing (e.g. an ongoing 10% discount, but your prices will vary every year).

Use our free NSW energy comparison service to compare a range of plans. If you have any questions, visit our helpful Sergei’s Solution Hub for more information.

Why compare NSW energy plans with us?

A great place to compare

Save time while you look for a great energy deal. Easily compare plans from some of NSW’s largest energy providers in one place. Learn more

Supported by our team

Our call centre is open seven days a week and is staffed by energy experts who are ready to help NSW residents.

From beginning to end

Whether you need advice about your purchase or are comfortable searching for yourself; our service caters to NSW homes and small businesses.

At no cost to you

Our service is 100% free to use, so you’ll pay nothing to compare. Learn more.

Learn about NSW electricity

Connecting the power when moving

Your guide to disconnecting utilities at your old place before moving into your new home.

Deregulation in NSW

The NSW energy industry is deregulated. That’s why energy retailers can set their own prices, and you have more products to choose between.

State energy concessions

You may be able to apply for rebates that help pay for power bills, depending on your circumstances. Learn more about these concessions.

How to track energy usage?

A smart meter tracks your energy usage every 30 to 60 minutes. We explain how these devices work and how they can help reduce your electricity bill.

Renewable energy options

If you want to commit to a sustainable energy plan, there are a lot of choices available to you. We go through them all here.

Solar feed-in tariffs

Solar energy can provide clean power and help lower your bills. When you export excess electricity back to the grid, you may receive a credit on your electricity bill.

More information on energy in NSW

How does the energy market work in NSW?

In NSW, energy providers can offer competitive plans and set their own tariffs meaning energy customers can choose their own retailer.

Competitive energy plans for customers in deregulated areas, such as NSW, are referred to as market offers. These are plans that have been packaged up by energy providers, and can come with incentives such as discounts and benefits. You can choose between plans, which will vary in price depending on the energy provider. If you don’t choose an electricity plan, you’re automatically placed onto a “default standing offer”, which may be more expensive than the competitive market plans.

As a customer in NSW, you can get energy bundles from one provider, or separate electricity and gas plans from different energy providers. You may be able to get the ‘cheapest’ NSW gas or electricity plan in your area by getting separate plans, whereas bundles offer you the convenience of dealing with one provider. Find out more about the cheapest electricity providers in your area.

How is energy charged in NSW?

There are two primary costs that you pay for energy, which are:

  • Supply charges. The costs set by the energy distributor to maintain the network and transport power to homes and is charged daily regardless of whether you use any energy.
  • Usage charges. These represent the amount of energy your home or business has consumed and is calculated by each kilowatt-hour (kWh) of electricity or each megajoule (MJ) of gas.

However, depending on your distribution network, energy provider and tariff (the rate that you’re charged for your energy usage), these charges will vary in price.

Types of tariffs in NSW

Customers in NSW have different gas and electricity tariffs that affect how you’re charged for your energy usage. Electricity customers have access to the following tariffs:

  • Single rate. A tariff with the same rate regardless of peak or off-peak periods, meaning the time of use won’t impact the rate you’re charged for energy use.
  • Controlled load. A lower rate that is generally applied to larger household appliances operating during off-peak times (e.g. pool pumps or electric hot water systems).
  • Time of use. Also known as peak and off-peak tariffs, a time of use tariff applies different usage charge rates for your energy usage at different times of the day. Most energy providers have reduced energy rates (off-peak) during quieter times of the day and higher rates (peak) during the busier times, as well as shoulder periods that straddle peak and off-peak times. You’ll need a smart meter in order to take advantage of this tariff.

Customers in NSW may have access to the following gas tariffs, which can affect how you’re charged for your energy usage:

  • Flat rate. A tariff with the same rate regardless of usage throughout the day.
  • Block rate. A tariff that’s charged at one rate for the first block of usage (e.g. first 27 MJ for gas), then a different rate for the next block of usage.

What is a controlled-load tariff in NSW?

A controlled load tariff has a lower rate that’s applied during off-peak hours (generally overnight). This type of tariff is designed for larger household appliances with high energy consumption, like an underfloor (slab) heater, pool pump or electric hot water system. In NSW, there are two controlled-load tariffs available:

  • Controlled Load 1. Electricity is charged at a flat rate for five to nine hours overnight on weekdays, with additional hours on weekends. Controlled Load 1 is ideal for appliances with high energy consumption, such as an electric hot water system that can be heated overnight between 10pm and 7am.
  • Controlled Load 2. Electricity is charged at a flat rate for 10 to 18 hours on weekdays, with additional hours on weekends. Controlled Load 2 is designed for appliances with high energy consumption, like a pool pump where supply can be consumed outside the peak demand times of 7am to 9am and 5pm to 8pm.

The times above are indicative and to be used as a guide only. Each distribution network may change times at their discretion. Furthermore, the type and price of your controlled load tariff will depend on the distribution network you’re connected to.

Energy distributors in NSW

Distributors are the energy companies that connect your residential or business property to powerlines, poles, gas pipelines and meters. In cases of power outages or broken energy meters, your distributor is responsible for fixing it. Who your distributor is depends on the area in which you live.

Electricity in NSW is transmitted by three distributors: Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy and Essential Energy, each responsible for a particular region (network) of the state.

You can find the energy company in NSW that’s responsible for distributing your energy below.

Electricity distributorDistribution zone
AusgridSydney, the Central Coast and Hunter regions
Endeavour EnergyGreater Western Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Southern Highlands and the Illawarra region of NSW.
Essential EnergyThe regional and rural areas of NSW.

 

Gas distributorDistribution zone
Jemena Gas NetworksIllawarra, Sydney, Central Coast, Blue Mountains, Southern highlands, Hunter, Riverina, Central West and Orana.
Evoenergy Queanbeyan, Bungendore, Nowra
Australian Gas NetworksAlbury, Murray Valley, Riverina, Temora, Cooma and Bombala
APA GroupTamworth

Note that this list of distributors and distribution zones for electricity and gas networks in NSW is subject to change and accurate as of July 2022.

Electricity providers in NSW

Energy providers are companies that bill you for your energy consumption. There are many electricity providers in NSW to choose from and you can switch between them as frequently as you’d like, although this may incur exit fees depending on your plan.

N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.

  • 1st Energy
  • AGL
  • Alinta Energy
  • Arc Energy Group
  • Circular Energy
  • CovaU Energy
  • Diamond Energy
  • Dodo Power and Gas
  • Energy Locals
  • EnergyAustralia
  • Future X Power
  • GloBird Energy
  • Glowpower
  • Kogan Energy
  • Momentum Energy
  • Origin Energy
  • OVO Energy
  • Powershop
  • Radian Energy
  • ReAmped Energy
  • Red Energy
  • Simply Energy
  • Sumo
  • Tango Energy

* The information provided above is based in the postcodes of 2000, 2250 and 2300 with distributors Ausgrid and Endeavour and is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).

Electricity and gas providers in NSW

The following retailers can offer both electricity and gas to NSW residents; however, they may not necessarily offer both in certain suburbs.

N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.

  • AGL
  • Alinta Energy
  • CovaU
  • Dodo Power & Gas
  • EnergyAustralia
  • GloBird Energy
  • Origin Energy
  • Powershop
  • Red Energy
  • Simply Energy
  • Sumo

* The information provided above is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) and the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, Victoria.

Electricity providers in Sydney

Sydney has multiple electricity providers that offer plans for you to choose from, some greener than others. You can see which electricity providers retail energy in Sydney by reviewing the list below.

N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.

  • 1st Energy
  • AGL
  • Alinta Energy
  • Arc Energy Group
  • Circular Energy
  • CovaU Energy
  • Diamond Energy
  • Dodo Power and Gas
  • Energy Locals
  • EnergyAustralia
  • Future X Power
  • GloBird Energy
  • Glowpower
  • Kogan Energy
  • Momentum Energy
  • Origin Energy
  • OVO Energy
  • Powershop
  • Radian Energy
  • ReAmped Energy
  • Red Energy
  • Simply Energy
  • Sumo
  • Tango Energy

* The information provided above is based in the postcode of 2000 and is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).

Electricity providers in Central Coast/Gosford

Roughly in the middle between Sydney and Newcastle is the Central Coast. You can see which electricity providers retail energy in Central Coast by reviewing the list below.

N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.

  • 1st Energy
  • AGL
  • Alinta Energy
  • Arc Energy Group
  • Circular Energy
  • CovaU Energy
  • Diamond Energy
  • Dodo Power and Gas
  • Energy Locals
  • EnergyAustralia
  • Future X Power
  • GloBird Energy
  • Glowpower
  • Kogan Energy
  • Momentum Energy
  • Origin Energy
  • OVO Energy
  • Powershop
  • Radian Energy
  • ReAmped Energy
  • Red Energy
  • Simply Energy
  • Sumo
  • Tango Energy

* The information provided above is based in the postcode of 2250 with distributors Ausgrid and Endeavour and is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).

Electricity providers in Newcastle

Newcastle has multiple Smart Sustainability projects to improve energy efficiency and help create a more sustainable future, including developing a large solar farm, the installation of solar panels on community buildings and more.2

Beyond recognised efforts in energy efficiency, there is also healthy competition with a range of electricity providers offering plans to Newcastle residents. You can see which electricity providers retail energy in Newcastle by reviewing the list below.

N.B.: We don’t compare energy products from all retailers on this list as we don’t compare all brands in the market, or all products offered by all brands. Information about the partners we currently compare is available here.

  • 1st Energy
  • AGL
  • Alinta Energy
  • Arc Energy Group
  • Circular Energy
  • CovaU Energy
  • Diamond Energy
  • Dodo Power and Gas
  • Energy Locals
  • EnergyAustralia
  • Future X Power
  • GloBird Energy
  • Glowpower
  • Kogan Energy
  • Momentum Energy
  • Origin Energy
  • OVO Energy
  • Powershop
  • Radian Energy
  • ReAmped Energy
  • Red Energy
  • Simply Energy
  • Sumo
  • Tango Energy

* The information provided above is based in the postcode of 2300 and is accurate as of 4 July 2022. Sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).

Cheapest electricity in different cities

Electricity prices in NSW can vary from city to city. This is because the range of energy providers in NSW that are available to you will vary depending on where you live. However, a good way to find the most suitable plan and cheapest electricity provider for your circumstances is by comparing electricity in NSW. By using our energy comparison service, you can compare estimate total costs to find the cheapest NSW electricity in your area.

Cheapest electricity in Sydney

Your bill amount will depend on how much electricity you use, and the usage charges in your energy plan. As an example of how these can differ, let’s take a look at price comparisons for electricity plans in Sydney.

ProviderPlanAnnual Cost (inc. discounts)Annual Cost (excl. discounts)Discount Benefit PeriodContract Term
Diamond EnergyWattBank15$980.00$1,090.00NoneNone
Arc Energy GroupAusgrid Residential Anytime$1,030.00$1,030.00NoneNone
Red EnergyRed BCNA Saver$1,040.00$1,040.00NoneNone
AGLResidential Flexible Saver$1,110.00$1,110.00NoneNone
SumoSumo Assure Residential$1,140.00$1,140.00NoneNone
Dodo Power and GasResidential Market$1,160.00$1,160.00NoneNone
Energy LocalsOnline Member EL$1,160.00$1,160.00NoneNone
GlowpowerStanding Offer -Time of Use$1,170.00$1,170.00NoneNone
Origin Energy Origin Go Variable$1,220.00$1,220.001 yearOngoing
PowershopPowershop 100% Carbon Neutral$1,240.00$1,240.00NoneNone
Future X PowerStanding Offer – Single Rate$1,240.00$1240.00NoneNone
EnergyAustraliaFlexi Plan$1,250.00$1,270.001 yearOngoing
CovaU EnergyDefault Market Offer- Residential Ausgrid Single$1,330.00$1,330.00NoneNone
ReAmped EnergyReAmped Standard | Anytime$1,330.00$1,330.00NoneNone
OVO EnergyBasic Standing Offer$1,330.00$1,330.00NoneNone
Tango EnergyStanding Offer$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Alinta EnergyStanding Offer (Single Rate)$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Simply EnergyNSW Simply Standing Offer$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
1st EnergyStanding Offer – Time of Use$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
GloBird EnergyResidential DMO (Flat Rate)- Ausgrid$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Momentum EnergyStanding Offer_EA010$1,350.00$1,350.00NoneNone
Circular EnergyCommunity Energy TOU$1,350.00$1,350.00NoneNone
Kogan Energy Kogan Energy Basic$1,350.00$1,350.00NoneNone
Radian EnergyThe Simple Switch 100% Net Zero$2,390.00$2,390.00NoneNone

* The prices and information provided above are based on a house with two to three adults with no air conditioning, no controlled load or pool and in the postcode of 2000. Data is accurate as of 4 July 2022 and sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). Plans and prices are subject to change.

sydney harbour bridge at dusk representing cheapest electricity sydney

Cheapest electricity in Central Coast/Gosford

ProviderPlanAnnual Cost (inc. discounts)Annual Cost (excl. discounts)Discount Benefit PeriodContract Term
Diamond EnergyWattBank15$980.00$1,090.00NoneNone
Arc Energy GroupAusgrid Residential Anytime$1,030.00$1,030.00NoneNone
Red EnergyRed BCNA Saver$1,040.00$1,040.00NoneNone
AGLResidential Flexible Saver$1,110.00$1,110.00NoneNone
SumoSumo Assure Residential$1,140.00$1,140.00NoneNone
Dodo Power and GasResidential Market$1,160.00$1,160.00NoneNone
Energy LocalsOnline Member EL$1,160.00$1,160.00NoneNone
GlowpowerStanding Offer – Time of Use$1,170.00$1,170.00NoneNone
Origin Energy Origin Go Variable$1,220.00$1,220.001 yearOngoing
PowershopPowershop 100% Carbon Neutral$1,240.00$1,240.00NoneNone
Future X PowerStanding Offer – Single Rate$1,240.00$1,240.00NoneNone
EnergyAustraliaFlexi Plan$1,250.00$1,270.001 yearOngoing
CovaU EnergyDefault Market Offer- Residential Ausgrid Single$1,330.00$1,330.00NoneNone
ReAmped EnergyReAmped Standard | Anytime$1,330.00$1,330.00NoneNone
OVO EnergyBasic Standing Offer$1,330.00$1,330.00NoneNone
Tango EnergyStanding Offer$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Alinta EnergyStanding Offer (Single Rate)$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Simply EnergyNSW Simply Standing Offer$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
1st EnergyStanding Offer – Time of Use$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
GloBird EnergyResidential DMO (Flat Rate)- Ausgrid$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Momentum EnergyStanding Offer_EA010$1,350.00$1,350.00NoneNone
Circular EnergyCommunity Energy TOU$1,350.00$1,350.00NoneNone
Kogan Energy Kogan Energy Basic$1,350.00$1,350.00NoneNone
Radian EnergyThe Simple Switch 100% Net Zero$2,390.00$2,390.00NoneNone
Arc Energy GroupEndeavour Residential Anytime$1,020.00$1,020.00NoneNone
Red EnergyRed BCNA Saver (TOU Seasonal – N71)$1,030.00$1,030.00NoneNone
AGLResidential Flexible Saver$1,110.00$1,110.00NoneNone
EnergyAustraliaFlexi Plan$1,110.00$1,130.001 yearOngoing
SumoSumo Assure Residential$1,160.00$1,160.00NoneNone
Energy LocalsOnline Member EL$1,180.00$1,180.00NoneNone
GlowpowerStanding Power – Time of Use$1,200.00$1,200.00NoneNone
Future X PowerStanding Offer – Single Rate$1,210.00$1,210.00NoneNone
Dodo Power and GasResidential Market$1,230.00$1,230.00NoneNone
Origin Energy Origin Go Variable$1,240.00$1,240.001 yearOngoing
PowershopPowershop 100% Carbon Neutral$1,280.00$1,280.00NoneNone
Diamond EnergyEveryday Renewal Saver$1,290.00$1,320.00NoneNone
Alinta EnergyStanding Offer (TOU)$1,310.00$1,310.00NoneNone
CovaU EnergyDefault Market Offer- Residential Endeavour Single$1,320.00$1,320.00NoneNone
ReAmped EnergyReAmped Standard | Anytime$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
OVO EnergyBasic Standing Offer$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Tango EnergyStanding Offer$1,360.00$1,360.00NoneNone
GloBird EnergyResidential DMO (Flat Rate)- Endeavour$1,360.00$1,360.00NoneNone
Momentum EnergyStanding Offer_N70$1,370.00$1,370.00NoneNone
1st EnergyStanding Offer – Single Rate$1,380.00$1,380.00NoneNone
Kogan Energy Kogan Energy Basic$1,400.00$1,400.00NoneNone
Circular EnergyCommunity Energy Anytime$1,410.00$1,410.00NoneNone
Radian EnergyThe Simple Switch 100% Net Zero$2,360.00$2,360.00NoneNone

* The prices and information provided above are based on a house with two to three adults with no air conditioning, no controlled load or pool and in the postcode of 2250 with distributors Ausgrid and Endeavour. Data is accurate as of 4 July 2022 and sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). Plans and prices are subject to change.

Avoca Beach at sunset, Central Coast

Cheapest electricity in Newcastle

ProviderPlanAnnual Cost (inc. discounts)Annual Cost (excl. discounts)Discount Benefit PeriodContract Term
Diamond EnergyWattBank15$980.00$1,090.00NoneNone
Arc Energy GroupAusgrid Residential Anytime$1030.00$1,030.00NoneNone
Red EnergyRed BCNA Saver$1,040.00$1,040.00NoneNone
AGLResidential Flexible Saver$1,110.00$1,110.00NoneNone
SumoSumo Assure Residential$1,140.00$1,140.00NoneNone
Dodo Power and GasResidential Market$1,160.00$1,160.00NoneNone
Energy LocalsOnline Member EL$1,160.00$1,160.00NoneNone
GlowpowerStanding Offer – Time of Use$1,170.00$1,170.00NoneNone
Origin Energy Origin Go Variable$1,220.00$1,220.001 yearOngoing
PowershopPowershop 100% Carbon Neutral$1,240.00$1,240.00NoneNone
Future X PowerStanding Offer – Single Rate$1,240.00$1,240.00NoneNone
EnergyAustraliaFlexi Plan$1,250.00$1,270.001 yearOngoing
CovaU EnergyDefault Market Offer – Residential Ausgrid Single$1,330.00$1,330.00NoneNone
ReAmped EnergyReAmped Standard | Anytime$1,330.00$1,330.00NoneNone
OVO EnergyBasic Standing Offer$1,330.00$1,330.00NoneNone
Tango EnergyStanding Offer$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Alinta EnergyStanding Offer (Single Rate)$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Simply EnergyNSW Simply Standing Offer$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
1st EnergyStanding Offer – Time of Use$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
GloBird EnergyResidential DMO (Flat Rate)- Ausgrid$1,340.00$1,340.00NoneNone
Momentum EnergyStanding Offer_EA010$1,350.00$1,350.00NoneNone
Circular EnergyCommunity Energy TOU$1,350.00$1,350.00NoneNone
Kogan Energy Kogan Energy Basic$1,350.00$1,350.00NoneNone

* The prices and information provided above are based on a house with two to three adults with no air conditioning, no controlled load or pool and in the postcode of 2300. Data is accurate as of 4 July 2022 and sourced from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). Plans and prices are subject to change.

Newcastle Beach at twilight

Frequently asked questions about energy in New South Wales

What is the average energy bill in NSW?

The cost of electricity in NSW usually depends on which tariff, energy provider and distribution network your home or business is connected to, while the cost of gas depends on whether you use LPG or natural gas, the energy efficiency of your appliances and your energy plan.

According to the Australian Energy Market Commission, the expected annual market offer price for electricity in the 2021-22 period was $1,277.3 For natural gas, the Australian Energy Council found that the average gas bill for NSW in 2021 was $728, with the most expensive season for gas being winter.4

The typical customer, in this case, is a two-person household that uses electricity and gas on a market offer with a total annual consumption of 4,362 kWh. As everyone’s energy usage is different and there are a variety of energy plans on offer in NSW, it’s difficult to determine an average figure of the average electricity bill. Recent national and international factors have also influenced electricity costs, pushing them higher than initially forecast.

However, we can use the Default Market Offer (DMO) to get an idea of how much you could be charged for electricity. The DMO is a cap on the maximum you can be charged for electricity, which is based on the average energy usage and supply charges in your area.

DMO prices for residential customers in NSW 2022-23
Distribution zoneResidential prices on a single rate tariff
Ausgrid$1,512 p.a. (based on annual usage of 3,900 kWh)
Endeavour Energy$1,836 p.a. (based on annual usage of 4,900 kWh)
Essential Energy$2,092 p.a. (based on annual usage of 4,600 kWh)
Source: Australian Energy Regulator, Australian Government. Final Determination: Default Market Offer Prices 2022-23. Accessed July 2022.

If you’re on the DMO, you could be missing out on discount offers and more competitive usage rates. You can compare electricity and gas plans in NSW for free using our online comparison tool.

Who is the best solar energy provider in NSW?

The best energy provider in NSW for solar will depend on what you need. For example, you might just be looking for a good feed-in tariff that you can rely on to work with your solar panels to power your home. Alternatively, you might want a higher feed-in tariff where you get paid more by your provider for any excess electricity your solar panels create.

However, even if an electricity provider in NSW has a great tariff for your solar system, it’s important to consider that this plan may have smaller discounts compared to regular energy plans, and the electricity you do use from the grid may be charged at a higher rate.

Where can I get the best energy deal in NSW?

The ‘best’ energy deal for you will be one that suits your financial circumstances, energy consumption habits and living situation. However, if you’re simply looking for the cheapest electricity rates in NSW, you can view our list of cheapest electricity in different cities.

Are there NSW concessions and rebates?

Some NSW residents, such as concession card holders, will be eligible for a gas or electricity rebate from the NSW Government, regardless of which energy provider they’re with. You can learn more about electricity rebates available across Australia with our handy guide.

How has the NSW Government supported renewable energy?

The state implemented the NSW Renewable Energy Action Plan, which started in 2013 and finished in 2018. It included Australia’s first large-scale solar farms, which were built at Nyngan and Broken Hill. Over those five years, the proportion of electricity generated from wind and solar every year was tripled.5

The NSW Government also unveiled the Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020-2030 as part of efforts to reduce emissions by 100% by 2050. The plan for 2020 to 2030 involves investments in emissions reduction and renewable energy.6

In addition, the NSW Government has begun their plans for Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) – areas for storage and transmission of solar and wind electricity generation. This will help deliver increasingly larger amounts of renewable energy to customers, assist with lowering electricity bills and reduce emissions.7

Sources

1 City of Sydney (2020). We’ve made the switch to 100% renewable energy. Last updated May 2021. Accessed July 2022.

2 City of Newcastle (2022). City of Sustainability. Accessed August 2022.

3 AEMC (2020). Residential Electricity Price Trends 2021. Accessed August 2022.

4 Australian Energy Council. Winter Energy Bills. Accessed October 2022.

5 Department of Energy, New South Wales Government (2020). Renewable energy Action Plan. Accessed August 2022.

6 Department of Planning, Industry and Environment, New South Wales Government (2020). Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020-2030. Accessed August 2022.

7 EnergyCo NSW (2022). What is a Renewable Energy Zone? Accessed August 2022.

Meredith O'Brien

Meet our Head of Energy, Meredith O’Brien

As the Head of Energy at Compare the Market, Meredith O’Brien believes in educating NSW customers about the everchanging gas and electricity market so they can get the most out of their energy plans.

Meredith has six years within the energy industry, following 15 years of experience in financial services and is currently studying a Master of Business Administration. Meredith is a dedicated customer advocate who is passionate about empowering Australians to find the right products to suit their needs by removing the confusion from comparing.

Meredith’s top tips for comparing electricity in NSW

single alexksander portrait in bottom global block

Ready to look for a better deal? It’s easy to compare with us.

Compare energy plans
Or call us on 1800 990 003
single sergei portrait in bottom global block