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Will green energy be used to power my home?
We can't guarantee that the green energy you purchase will be directly fed to your home. This is because renewable energy purchased by Synergy is fed in to the electricity grid where it mixes with energy produced from non-renewable sources; before being supplied to your home. We can't guarantee that the green energy you purchase will be directly fed to your home. This is because renewable energy purchased by Synergy is fed in to the electricity grid where it mixes with energy produced from non-renewable sources; before being supplied to your home.
I am on a green energy option, how will Midday Saver affect me?
You will stay signed-up to the green energy option, whether it is NaturalPower® or EasyGreen®. But it means that instead of paying the premium on top of the Home Plan (A1) flat rate, the same premium will now be added to all of the applicable Midday Saver variable rates. You will stay signed-up to the green energy option, whether it is NaturalPower® or EasyGreen®. But it means that instead of paying the premium on top of the Home Plan (A1) flat rate, the same premium will now be added to all of the applicable Midday Saver variable rates.
Will I still receive a bill if I switch to Paperless?
Yes. You’ll receive your bill by email (as a PDF attachment) instead of by post. Your Synergy bill will look the same, but you’ll receive it electronically. You can choose to save, print or share your bill. Paperless billing allows you to manage your bill without paper (unless you choose to print it yourself) and keep your bills together online, through My Account. In the future, if you decide to switch back to receiving your bill in the mail, you can do this – but please note a paper-based billing fee may apply. We’ll ask for feedback on why you’d like to switch back, to help improve our services. Yes. You’ll receive your bill by email (as a PDF attachment) instead of by post. Your Synergy bill will look the same, but you’ll receive it electronically. You can choose to save, print or share your bill. Paperless billing allows you to manage your bill without paper (unless you choose to print it yourself) and keep your bills together online, through My Account. In the future, if you decide to switch back to receiving your bill in the mail, you can do this – but please note a paper-based billing fee may apply. We’ll ask for feedback on why you’d like to switch back, to help improve our services.
Can my bill be emailed to more than one email address?
We’ll only send it to one nominated email address to avoid confusion or payment issues such as double-payment. You can change your preferred email address at any time in the ‘My details’ section of My Account. If you would like to share a copy of your bill with others, such as other people you live with, you can forward your paperless bill to others using your own email account. We’ll only send it to one nominated email address to avoid confusion or payment issues such as double-payment. You can change your preferred email address at any time in the ‘My details’ section of My Account. If you would like to share a copy of your bill with others, such as other people you live with, you can forward your paperless bill to others using your own email account.
I have Direct Debit. What happens when my credit card expires or when I receive a new credit or debit card?
We keep track of your card's expiry date, to help make sure your Direct Debit won't be disrupted. We'll notify you in writing or via email (if you're registered for Paperless) in advance to remind you to update your credit/debit card details. We keep track of your card's expiry date, to help make sure your Direct Debit won't be disrupted. We'll notify you in writing or via email (if you're registered for Paperless) in advance to remind you to update your credit/debit card details.
Will I still receive a Synergy bill if I sign up for Direct Debit?
Yes! You'll still receive a copy of your bill so you can keep track of your usage and check the amount due. We'll send it by post or deliver it straight to your inbox, depending on your Paperless preferences. Set up Direct Debit now Yes! You'll still receive a copy of your bill so you can keep track of your usage and check the amount due. We'll send it by post or deliver it straight to your inbox, depending on your Paperless preferences. Set up Direct Debit now
Will there be changes to residential electricity prices?
Yes, the regulated residential tariff payable on the Synergy Home Plan (A1) will increase by 2.50% from 1 July 2024 and there will also be increases to some of the Standard Fees and Charges. Updated pricing will be included in bills issued to customers from 1 July 2024 onwards for supply on and from this date. Yes, the regulated residential tariff payable on the Synergy Home Plan (A1) will increase by 2.50% from 1 July 2024 and there will also be increases to some of the Standard Fees and Charges. Updated pricing will be included in bills issued to customers from 1 July 2024 onwards for supply on and from this date.
What is the $600 WA Household Electricity Credit Offset?
The State Government announced on 4 October, as part of the 2020-21 State Budget, that a one-off electricity account credit will be applied as an offset to reduce electricity bills for eligible residential customer accounts. The $600 one-off WA Household Electricity Credit was applied to eligible customers’ accounts from 1 November 2020. For more information please refer to the Terms & Conditions. The State Government announced on 4 October, as part of the 2020-21 State Budget, that a one-off electricity account credit will be applied as an offset to reduce electricity bills for eligible residential customer accounts. The $600 one-off WA Household Electricity Credit was applied to eligible customers’ accounts from 1 November 2020. For more information please refer to the Terms & Conditions.
I am not billed by Synergy. Will I receive the Household Electricity Credit?
The State Government has advised that households who are not billed for their electricity by Synergy or Horizon, such as residents of caravan parks, retirement villages, apartment buildings or communities supplied by local mining companies, will be eligible for an equivalent credit, except in exceptional circumstances. Households that are billed by these other providers and were registered for the Energy Concession Extension Scheme (ECES) on 4 October 2020, will receive the credit automatically. Work is currently underway on an application process for households not billed directly by Synergy or Horizon Power and for those who are not eligible for ECES. This work is being completed by the State Government. Further information on the process for households not billed by Synergy or Horizon to obtain an equivalent credit is available at https://www.wa.gov.au/service/community-services/grants-and-subsidies/apply-household-electricity-credit. The State Government has advised that households who are not billed for their electricity by Synergy or Horizon, such as residents of caravan parks, retirement villages, apartment buildings or communities supplied by local mining companies, will be eligible for an equivalent credit, except in exceptional circumstances. Households that are billed by these other providers and were registered for the Energy Concession Extension Scheme (ECES) on 4 October 2020, will receive the credit automatically. Work is currently underway on an application process for households not billed directly by Synergy or Horizon Power and for those who are not eligible for ECES. This work is being completed by the State Government. Further information on the process for households not billed by Synergy or Horizon to obtain an equivalent credit is available at https://www.wa.gov.au/service/community-services/grants-and-subsidies/apply-household-electricity-credit.
How do I remove a Synergy account from Synergy My Account?
To understand how to remove a Synergy account from your Synergy My Account with step by step instructions, please click read more To understand how to remove a Synergy account from your Synergy My Account with step by step instructions, please click read more
What are Synergy Engage operational hours?
Synergy Engage operational hours are 8am – 5pm weekdays. This program is available by invitation only. Synergy Engage operational hours are 8am – 5pm weekdays. This program is available by invitation only.
How do I make a claim for an electricity outage?
If you have experienced a planned or unplanned electricity outage and need to make a compensation claim for loss or damage, visit the Western Power claims page. You can make claims for extended power outages (12 hours or more), customer damage, or non-notification of planned work (less than 72 hours’ notice of a planned outage). If you need more details, get in contact with Western Power on 13 10 87 or visit their website. They are always happy to help. Make a claim If you have experienced a planned or unplanned electricity outage and need to make a compensation claim for loss or damage, visit the Western Power claims page. You can make claims for extended power outages (12 hours or more), customer damage, or non-notification of planned work (less than 72 hours’ notice of a planned outage). If you need more details, get in contact with Western Power on 13 10 87 or visit their website. They are always happy to help. Make a claim
Will there be changes to residential electricity prices?
Yes, the regulated residential tariff payable on the Synergy Home Plan (A1) will increase by 2.50% from 1 July 2025 and there will also be increases to some of the Standard Fees and Charges. Updated pricing will be included in bills issued to customers from 1 July 2025 onwards for supply on and from this date. Yes, the regulated residential tariff payable on the Synergy Home Plan (A1) will increase by 2.50% from 1 July 2025 and there will also be increases to some of the Standard Fees and Charges. Updated pricing will be included in bills issued to customers from 1 July 2025 onwards for supply on and from this date.
How are Energy Offset Credits calculated?
Energy offset credits apply only during a Battery Rewards activation standby window. Synergy will calculate the amount of any energy offset credit based on the tariff rates applicable to your net electricity usage under your Electricity Supply Agreement, as measured from the metering point, during the activation standby window. Energy offset credits apply only during a Battery Rewards activation standby window. Synergy will calculate the amount of any energy offset credit based on the tariff rates applicable to your net electricity usage under your Electricity Supply Agreement, as measured from the metering point, during the activation standby window.
Am I eligible for Synergy Battery Rewards?
To be eligible for Battery Rewards, you need to: Participate in and install a compatible battery storage system through the WA Residential Battery Scheme. Be a Synergy residential customer in respect of the residential property (your home). Have a reliable internet connection at your home. Be on an eligible residential tariffs (Home Plan (A1), Home Business Plan (K1), Midday Saver or Electric Vehicle Add On tariffs) at your home. Agree to an inspection of the approved battery installation if our Synergy team need this. Have a battery system at your home that meets Synergy’s technical specifications (see below). Have your home and the system connected to the Western Power Network at a connection point. Have no life support equipment or service required at your home. Not be participating in a conflicting Virtual Power Plant service or product (Synergy or otherwise) as determined by Synergy acting reasonably. Consent to Synergy exercising the Synergy Rights. To be eligible for Battery Rewards, you need to: Participate in and install a compatible battery storage system through the WA Residential Battery Scheme. Be a Synergy residential customer in respect of the residential property (your home). Have a reliable internet connection at your home. Be on an eligible residential tariffs (Home Plan (A1), Home Business Plan (K1), Midday Saver or Electric Vehicle Add On tariffs) at your home. Agree to an inspection of the approved battery installation if our Synergy team need this. Have a battery system at your home that meets Synergy’s technical specifications (see below). Have your home and the system connected to the Western Power Network at a connection point. Have no life support equipment or service required at your home. Not be participating in a conflicting Virtual Power Plant service or product (Synergy or otherwise) as determined by Synergy acting reasonably. Consent to Synergy exercising the Synergy Rights.
How secure are my Direct Debit details?
We take protecting your information seriously. Any bank account or credit/debit card details your provide us are kept private and confidential. We’ll only disclose this information, if necessary, to process payments, investigate disputes, or, if we are legally obliged to. We take protecting your information seriously. Any bank account or credit/debit card details your provide us are kept private and confidential. We’ll only disclose this information, if necessary, to process payments, investigate disputes, or, if we are legally obliged to.
Am I eligible for DEBS?
DEBS is available to eligible households, schools, educational institutions and not-for-profits in WA who: Are looking to install a new eligible renewable or distributed energy system; Are looking to upgrade their existing renewable or distributed energy system; Are moving into a property with an existing renewable or distributed energy system on or after 06 November; or Are an existing REBS customer who want to switch to DEBS. Eligibility criteria are set out in the DEBS Terms and Conditions. DEBS is available to eligible households, schools, educational institutions and not-for-profits in WA who: Are looking to install a new eligible renewable or distributed energy system; Are looking to upgrade their existing renewable or distributed energy system; Are moving into a property with an existing renewable or distributed energy system on or after 06 November; or Are an existing REBS customer who want to switch to DEBS. Eligibility criteria are set out in the DEBS Terms and Conditions.
How do I read my electricity meter?
It all depends on what type of meter you have. Western Power, the network operator, owns and maintains the meter at your premises and is responsible for reading or estimating your meter - unless you're a self reader. For detailed information on ‘how to read your meter’, please read the Western Power meter reading FAQs. It all depends on what type of meter you have. Western Power, the network operator, owns and maintains the meter at your premises and is responsible for reading or estimating your meter - unless you're a self reader. For detailed information on ‘how to read your meter’, please read the Western Power meter reading FAQs.
How many solar panels will I need for my home?
The location of your roof in relation to sunshine, shading, dirt on solar panels and temperature all play a part in maximising your solar power production. The location of your roof in relation to sunshine, shading, dirt on solar panels and temperature all play a part in maximising your solar power production.
What is multi-factor authentication?
Multi-factor authentication (also known as MFA) is a security measure that requires customers to enter a code sent via text message or via email as an additional identity factor before accessing their account. Multi-factor authentication (also known as MFA) is a security measure that requires customers to enter a code sent via text message or via email as an additional identity factor before accessing their account.