Energy Bills and Charges
What's on your business energy bill, why it changes and what to check. Network charges, market charges, environmental charges and more, in plain English.
Is the DMO Reducing Your Power Bills?
In June 2025, Australia's Energy Minister Chris Bowen conceded that the Default Market Offer (DMO) wasn't working as hoped. Many energy-savvy businesses already suspected it.
How to Reduce Your Business Energy Costs
Many components contribute to your electricity bill, and rates are just one. Optimising and reducing your energy costs is like setting up a high-performance car to take the chequered flag at Bathurst. All the components from fuel, tyres, transmission, engine, tuning, carburettor, and suspension need to be set up just right to work together seamlessly to achieve the best results. Let WiseUp put you in the driver's seat to understand, manage and reduce your energy costs.
What's This RERT Charge on My Business Energy Bill?
The Reliability and Emergency Reserve Trader (RERT) charge is a charge issued by the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO). AEMO advises that this charge is to maintain power system reliability and system security using reserve contracts.
Energy Cost Strategy and Management: Personal Training for Your Business
Here at WiseUp Energy Solutions, we talk a lot about energy cost management. We want to shout this from the rooftops, so everyone is talking about it.