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What standards does Synergy comply with to ensure the safety of my personal and financial information?
Synergy undertakes regular assessment and continuous improvement of our security measures against best-practice industry standards. We work with both the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) and the WA Office of Digital Government (DGov) to understand and monitor the changing digital and cyber threat landscape. Synergy undertakes regular assessment and continuous improvement of our security measures against best-practice industry standards. We work with both the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) and the WA Office of Digital Government (DGov) to understand and monitor the changing digital and cyber threat landscape.
I am an existing REBS customer and want to upgrade my system, how will this affect me?
Customers who undertake the following changes to their systems will be required to apply for DEBS: Increase the size of their renewable energy system up to the maximum permitted size (e.g. upgrade a 2kW solar PV system up to a maximum 5kW solar PV system); or Install a home battery storage system at their premises, including an electric vehicle that is set up to export energy to the grid (vehicle-to grid, or V2G); If you are already in the process of finalising your application for buyback payments for your solar export, then you will have a week’s grace to finalise and submit it to Synergy. Provided we receive your eligible completed application on or before 7 September 2020, you will receive REBS. Customers who undertake the following changes to their systems will be required to apply for DEBS: Increase the size of their renewable energy system up to the maximum permitted size (e.g. upgrade a 2kW solar PV system up to a maximum 5kW solar PV system); or Install a home battery storage system at their premises, including an electric vehicle that is set up to export energy to the grid (vehicle-to grid, or V2G); If you are already in the process of finalising your application for buyback payments for your solar export, then you will have a week’s grace to finalise and submit it to Synergy. Provided we receive your eligible completed application on or before 7 September 2020, you will receive REBS.
I’m moving house soon and my new home also has a battery, can I move my Battery Rewards agreement to my new home?
We recommend you first check with your battery manufacturer to check whether your new property’s battery storage system is compatible. If your new home’s battery system is compatible and you continue to meet the eligibility criteria, you will be able to sign up for Battery Rewards at your new property. Remember that you will also need to notify us to cancel the agreement on your current property by calling us. To find out more call us on 13 13 53. We recommend you first check with your battery manufacturer to check whether your new property’s battery storage system is compatible. If your new home’s battery system is compatible and you continue to meet the eligibility criteria, you will be able to sign up for Battery Rewards at your new property. Remember that you will also need to notify us to cancel the agreement on your current property by calling us. To find out more call us on 13 13 53.
Can I see the amount of energy being drawn from my battery?
Your battery or inverter app will display how much energy is in your battery and how much electricity is being drawn. Your battery or inverter app will display how much energy is in your battery and how much electricity is being drawn.
How secure is My Account?
We take great care to handle your personal details using up-to-date security technology. Data is transmitted using secure encryption. The security details can be verified by clicking on the padlock icon in the web browser. Payments conform to the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard. When conducting web payments, the credit card details are only transmitted between the browser and the payment merchant (Commonwealth BPoint). We take great care to handle your personal details using up-to-date security technology. Data is transmitted using secure encryption. The security details can be verified by clicking on the padlock icon in the web browser. Payments conform to the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard. When conducting web payments, the credit card details are only transmitted between the browser and the payment merchant (Commonwealth BPoint).
What happens if my energy supply is interrupted?
If your power outage is causing an emergency, call Western Power on 13 13 51 right away. It's best to use a landline phone if you’re calling about power problems, because they don’t need power to operate. We can also recognise your location and pass on the right information to you. If your power outage is causing an emergency, call Western Power on 13 13 51 right away. It's best to use a landline phone if you’re calling about power problems, because they don’t need power to operate. We can also recognise your location and pass on the right information to you.
Can I transfer my net feed-in tariff to another home?
Unfortunately no. The net feed-in tariff can only be applied to the home registered against the subsidy. Any subsequent customer that moves into this premises will be entitled to receive this subsidy, but only for the remaining balance of the 10 year period. Read the REBS terms and conditions. Unfortunately no. The net feed-in tariff can only be applied to the home registered against the subsidy. Any subsequent customer that moves into this premises will be entitled to receive this subsidy, but only for the remaining balance of the 10 year period. Read the REBS terms and conditions.
How do I organise a meter for my building site?
Building a home is a fun yet exhaustive process. Whether you need to get a temporary or permanent supply to your site, this is a good place to start. Building a home is a fun yet exhaustive process. Whether you need to get a temporary or permanent supply to your site, this is a good place to start.
Will I be disconnected if I can't afford to pay my bill?
If you’re having trouble paying your bill: Apply for a payment arrangement that allows you to pay off what's owing over time by regular instalments. Just have a copy of your bill or My Account log in details handy to get started... Set up a payment arrangement If your circumstances change and you're unable to meet your payment plan, please call us on 13 13 53 as soon as possible . Together, we can find an appropriate payment solution to make it easier to manage your bills and avoid getting into debt. Learn more about Synergy’s Financial Hardship policy Other services and assistance that can help: Arrange for automatic deductions from your Centrelink payments via Centrepay Seek the assistance of a financial counsellor Claim all relevant concessions you’re eligible for e.g. pensioner rebates Check if you’re eligible to apply for the Government’s Hardship Utility Grant Scheme (HUGS) If you’re having trouble paying your bill: Apply for a payment arrangement that allows you to pay off what's owing over time by regular instalments. Just have a copy of your bill or My Account log in details handy to get started... Set up a payment arrangement If your circumstances change and you're unable to meet your payment plan, please call us on 13 13 53 as soon as possible . Together, we can find an appropriate payment solution to make it easier to manage your bills and avoid getting into debt. Learn more about Synergy’s Financial Hardship policy Other services and assistance that can help: Arrange for automatic deductions from your Centrelink payments via Centrepay Seek the assistance of a financial counsellor Claim all relevant concessions you’re eligible for e.g. pensioner rebates Check if you’re eligible to apply for the Government’s Hardship Utility Grant Scheme (HUGS)
When will price changes come into effect?
Changes to regulated electricity tariffs, fees, charges, and DEBS buyback rates are effective from 1 July 2024, subject to relevant legislation taking effect by that date. See synergy.net.au/pricechanges for details on the changes. Changes to regulated electricity tariffs, fees, charges, and DEBS buyback rates are effective from 1 July 2024, subject to relevant legislation taking effect by that date. See synergy.net.au/pricechanges for details on the changes.
Understanding my bill
The bills we send out have a fair bit of important information on them, while most of it is pretty straightforward; there are some things that may need a little more explanation. The bills we send out have a fair bit of important information on them, while most of it is pretty straightforward; there are some things that may need a little more explanation.
Is the NaturalPower and EasyGreen contribution changing?
Each year we review the rate you pay for your NaturalPower and EasyGreen contribution. The rate you pay for your NaturalPower and EasyGreen contribution will change effective from 1 July 2025. The price Synergy pays for Large-scale Generation Certificates (LGCs) is currently lower than the year before. This means the price that you pay per unit of NaturalPower or EasyGreen electricity will decrease to 3.4283 cents per unit (incl GST). The NaturalPower and EasyGreen products include a contribution paid by you (above the standard regulated retail tariff) that is used to purchase LGCs from nationally-accredited GreenPower renewable energy sources, helping your household or business to work towards becoming carbon neutral. Renewable energy purchased by Synergy with these contributions is then fed into the electricity grid, where it mixes with energy produced from non-renewable sources before being supplied to your home or business. For more about Synergy's green energy options, visit synergy.net.au/greenenergy Each year we review the rate you pay for your NaturalPower and EasyGreen contribution. The rate you pay for your NaturalPower and EasyGreen contribution will change effective from 1 July 2025. The price Synergy pays for Large-scale Generation Certificates (LGCs) is currently lower than the year before. This means the price that you pay per unit of NaturalPower or EasyGreen electricity will decrease to 3.4283 cents per unit (incl GST). The NaturalPower and EasyGreen products include a contribution paid by you (above the standard regulated retail tariff) that is used to purchase LGCs from nationally-accredited GreenPower renewable energy sources, helping your household or business to work towards becoming carbon neutral. Renewable energy purchased by Synergy with these contributions is then fed into the electricity grid, where it mixes with energy produced from non-renewable sources before being supplied to your home or business. For more about Synergy's green energy options, visit synergy.net.au/greenenergy
I’m struggling to pay my bill, can Synergy help?
If you're struggling with financial hardship, we’re here to help. We have a range of financial support options that may be available to you, to help you stay connected and get back on track. These include: Payment arrangements Assistance with HUGS Applications Keeping Connected Program Case Management For more information on how we can support you, go to synergy.net.au/hardship If you're struggling with financial hardship, we’re here to help. We have a range of financial support options that may be available to you, to help you stay connected and get back on track. These include: Payment arrangements Assistance with HUGS Applications Keeping Connected Program Case Management For more information on how we can support you, go to synergy.net.au/hardship
When will I receive my paperless bill?
Your billing cycle and payment options won’t change with paperless billing. When your bill is ready, we’ll send you an email with the bill attached as a PDF document. You’ll also receive a direct link to view your bill online. If you register for My Account, you can log in any time to view your bill online and access your billing history. Explore Understanding your bill to learn more about your billing cycle and what makes up your bill. Your billing cycle and payment options won’t change with paperless billing. When your bill is ready, we’ll send you an email with the bill attached as a PDF document. You’ll also receive a direct link to view your bill online. If you register for My Account, you can log in any time to view your bill online and access your billing history. Explore Understanding your bill to learn more about your billing cycle and what makes up your bill.
I’m building a new home, can I choose my energy plan?
We’ve got a range of energy products to help you save time, money, and your impact on the environment. Compare plans to find the right one for your home. Compare plans We’ve got a range of energy products to help you save time, money, and your impact on the environment. Compare plans to find the right one for your home. Compare plans
How long will it take for Synergy to address my complaint?
We will work towards addressing your complaint within 20 business days. We will contact you by phone or in writing (if requested) if we need you to supply more information.If your complaint refers to issues that affect the payment of a bill by the due date, we will extend the payment deadline while your complaint is being investigated.We also undertake not to disconnect your electricity supply for non-payment of a bill where your complaint relates directly to your bill, while your complaint is being reviewed.You have a right to have a complaint considered by a senior employee within Synergy if you are not satisfied with the manner in which the complaint is being handled. We will work towards addressing your complaint within 20 business days. We will contact you by phone or in writing (if requested) if we need you to supply more information.If your complaint refers to issues that affect the payment of a bill by the due date, we will extend the payment deadline while your complaint is being investigated.We also undertake not to disconnect your electricity supply for non-payment of a bill where your complaint relates directly to your bill, while your complaint is being reviewed.You have a right to have a complaint considered by a senior employee within Synergy if you are not satisfied with the manner in which the complaint is being handled.
How does Synergy protect my personal information?
Synergy protects any information provided to us as part of a hardship assessment as per our standard privacy policy unless otherwise agreed. Upon agreement Synergy may release information to assist in accessing any grants or additional assistance a customer may be entitled to. Synergy protects any information provided to us as part of a hardship assessment as per our standard privacy policy unless otherwise agreed. Upon agreement Synergy may release information to assist in accessing any grants or additional assistance a customer may be entitled to.
Where do I update my credit card or bank account details for my Direct Debit?
Keep your credit card or bank account details for Direct Debit up-to-date, anytime, anywhere via My Account. Log in to My Account Please make any changes at least 5 business days before your next Direct Debit payment date so your details are updated in time. Keep your credit card or bank account details for Direct Debit up-to-date, anytime, anywhere via My Account. Log in to My Account Please make any changes at least 5 business days before your next Direct Debit payment date so your details are updated in time.
How do I submit a Freedom of Information request?
The proclamation of the Freedom of Information Act 1992 (WA) on 1 November 1993 gives the community a legal right of access to documents held by all state and local government organisations. A document includes any record or part of a record, and any copy or reproduction. It therefore covers files, computer printouts, maps, plans, photographs, tape recordings, films, video tapes or electronically-stored information. The proclamation of the Freedom of Information Act 1992 (WA) on 1 November 1993 gives the community a legal right of access to documents held by all state and local government organisations. A document includes any record or part of a record, and any copy or reproduction. It therefore covers files, computer printouts, maps, plans, photographs, tape recordings, films, video tapes or electronically-stored information.
What if I don't have a mobile number or email address linked to my Synergy account?
Please call our contact centre on 13 13 53 Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm (residential customers), or 13 13 54 Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (business customers) to update your account details. Please call our contact centre on 13 13 53 Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm (residential customers), or 13 13 54 Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (business customers) to update your account details.