The best energy providers in Canberra or the ACT are those with the cheapest rates. Here's a look at some of the lowest offers this December 2024.
32% less than reference price
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24% less than reference price
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23% less than reference price
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Don't sleep on the cheapest gas plans available in the ACT this December 2024.
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Shopping around for an energy plan isn't the most exciting task, but making the most of the competitive energy market in the ACT is your best bet for cutting those household bills.
For example, the gap between the cheapest and priciest single-rate electricity plans in our database can be about $910 a year.
Here are a few less obvious reasons to compare energy plans:
When you're comparing electricity or gas plans from different providers, keep an eye out for these key details:
You now have a basic understanding of what to look out for when choosing an energy provider.
However, there are a few more quirks to look out for (we know, we know, energy isn't fun but saving you money is our top priority so bear with us).
You can run through each of these in more detail in our guide to electricity tariffs.
There are two types of gas tariffs you might come across, although most providers tend to go with block rates:
Flat rate: This one's pretty straightforward – you pay the same rate for your gas no matter when you use it or how much you use.
Block rate: With this type, your rates change based on how much gas you use. For example, you might pay one rate for the first 45MJ, a different rate for the next block, and another rate for the block after that.
Finder compares some of the ACT's most popular energy providers including ActewAGL.
To keep things simple, we've split our lists for electricity and gas, but you'll see that some providers offer plans for both. These are known as dual-fuel providers.
How much electricity costs can vary depending on your retailer and what tariff you're on.
The average price of electricity hovers around 29.28 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh), based on single rate tariff plans in our database.
Energy supply charges will vary depending on your energy distributor and can cost around 116.53 cents.
Gas costs between 3.45 cents and 4.65 cents per megajoule (MJ). Gas plans usually come with tiered rates, meaning the price can vary depending on your energy usage throughout the month or quarter.
Again, supply charges for energy will vary depending on your energy distributor and can cost around 75.92 cents.
**We used postcode 2600 to give you the average usage rate and supply charge for both electricity and gas.
Some residents will be able to get an $800 energy rebate in the 2024-2025 financial year from the territory government. It is calculated as a daily rate and applied straight to your bill.
On top of this, there's the $300 energy bill relief available to all Australian households from the federal government as of 1 July 2024.
It's being paid in $75 installments each quarter.
It's best to head to the ACT government's website directly to get the most up-to-date information on rebates and if there are any others available for medical support.
Or, you can call your energy retailer to help you out.
Energy is deregulated in the ACT, meaning retailers are allowed to set their own electricity and gas prices.
However, there is one caveat. The government does regulate the price direction of standing offer electricity plans offered by ActewAGL.
These are also known as Default Market Offers (DMO), with rates set on 1 July annually. They act as a safety net for people who don't shop around.
Ideally, you should want to take advantage of the ACT's deregulated energy market and sign up for a market offer. They tend to be cheaper than the default offer (also known as the reference price) and often come with discounts.
Since 2020, the ACT has sourced 100% of its electricity from renewable energy sources such as solar and wind.
However, gas is still a source of greenhouse gas emissions. The ACT is aiming to transition away from it by 2045.
Your electricity provider can't send renewable energy straight from the grid to your home. That's where GreenPower steps in.
It's a government scheme allowing providers to buy renewable energy based on your usage, from 10% to 100%. You can add it to your plan for an extra cost.
Arcline by RACV offers electricity plans to Victorians that can be carbon offset. Find out if the energy provider matches your requirements.
Find out if CovaU's electricity and gas plans are worth it.
Thinking of switching to Tango Energy? Find out which plans you can sign up to and whether Tango's running any deals this month.
Find out if having access to wholesale power rates through Amber Electric is right for you.
Take the hassle out of signing up with different providers by bundling your energy and internet and claiming a discount.
Energy Locals offer reasonably priced electricity plans that are 100% carbon neutral at no extra cost.
Learn what Kleenheat has to offer to natural gas customers in WA and LPG customers in WA and the NT.
Most Western Australia residents can't switch electricity providers but have a few options when it comes to gas. Find out if you can switch energy retailers.
If you’re looking to go green with your power then Diamond Energy can help, offering one of the greenest power sources in all of Australia.
Tasmania-based Aurora Energy is a good choice for those looking for a small energy provider that offers some useful discounts and is fully GreenPower accredited.