Blog Posts

Making Sense of Energy Plans: A Software Engineer's Solution

In this video, former software engineer Matt shares how his personal struggle to understand complex energy plans led him to create Automised Energy, a solution that helps everyday Australians find their best-matched plan using their actual usage data. Through independent analysis that takes just two minutes, Automised Energy has helped households save an average of 20% on their annual bills - about $500 per year - by matching them with plans that better suit their unique usage patterns.

Matt Peterson

February 3, 2025

Breaking Free from the Loyalty Penalty: Automised Energy Leads the Way

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2 minutes

The ACCC’s latest report confirms what Automised Energy has long championed: the loyalty penalty is costing Australians who stay on outdated electricity plans. With over 59% of flat-rate customers on older plans paying more than necessary, Automised Energy simplifies the process of finding better value by monitoring the market, cutting through gimmicks, and providing independent advice to ensure consumers always stay on the best-fit plan. Start 2025 with smarter energy choices and no loyalty tax.

Matt Peterson

January 7, 2025

Take Control of Your Electricity Costs in 2025

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2 minutes

The ACCC’s latest report on the National Electricity Market reveals that many Australians are paying too much for electricity, often due to outdated plans or confusing pricing structures. As living costs rise, staying on the best-fit plan is more crucial than ever. Automised Energy simplifies the process by cutting through promotional gimmicks and ensuring consumers always benefit from the most competitive and transparent energy deals. Start 2025 with confidence and savings!

Matt Peterson

January 1, 2025

A Year of Real Savings: Our First Customer's Story

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2 minutes

Meet Brendan, our first customer, who saved over $900 on his energy bill with just 15 minutes of effort. One year later, his savings have grown even more as energy prices soar.

Matt Peterson

December 1, 2024

What is a Reference Price?

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4 minutes

The Reference Price helps compare electricity plans based on average usage, but Automised Energy offers personalised, data-driven insights to find and maintain the best-fit plan for your unique energy consumption, ensuring real savings.

Matt Peterson

July 10, 2024

Controlled Load; what is it and is it good to have?

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3 minutes

Ever wondered what "Controlled Load" means on your electricity bill? Dive into this blog to discover how these dedicated circuits, managed by your local network provider, can save you money on high-load appliances like hot water systems and in-slab heating, and whether it's a good fit for your home setup.

Matt Peterson

July 2, 2024

From Frustration to Innovation: The Birth of Automised Energy

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2.5 minutes

Navigating electricity plans can be a nightmare. Automised Energy emerged from one software engineer's struggle to find the best deal. Inspired by personal frustration and a desire to simplify energy choices, this platform now helps households find and maintain the best-fit electricity plan with ease. Discover the story behind a solution that turns complexity into clarity.

Matt Peterson

July 1, 2024