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What's the difference between EasyGreen and NaturalPower?
Both EasyGreen and NaturalPower contributions are used to purchase renewable energy certificates (RECs) from GreenPower. With EasyGreen, you pay a set amount each billing cycle in addition to your daily electricity charges. With NaturalPower you can buy an agreed amount based on a % of your electricity consumption. Calculate your contribution and see how much greenhouse emissions you'll save Both EasyGreen and NaturalPower contributions are used to purchase renewable energy certificates (RECs) from GreenPower. With EasyGreen, you pay a set amount each billing cycle in addition to your daily electricity charges. With NaturalPower you can buy an agreed amount based on a % of your electricity consumption. Calculate your contribution and see how much greenhouse emissions you'll save
Who do I call if I have an electricity emergency?
You need to call Western Power on 13 13 51.The electricity grid is owned by Western Power, so it’s their responsibility to maintain the power supply to your home or business. They’re also experts in this area, so you’ll be in good hands.Western Power owns and operates the power poles and wires in south west WA, and deal with any power supply interruptions or repairs. If you’re in a remote area of WA, you may be serviced by Horizon Power. You need to call Western Power on 13 13 51.The electricity grid is owned by Western Power, so it’s their responsibility to maintain the power supply to your home or business. They’re also experts in this area, so you’ll be in good hands.Western Power owns and operates the power poles and wires in south west WA, and deal with any power supply interruptions or repairs. If you’re in a remote area of WA, you may be serviced by Horizon Power.
What is a payment extension?
If you’re planning to pay your bill in one lump sum payment and need to extend the "due date" that appears on your bill, this is known as a payment extension. If you apply for a payment extension from Synergy before your bill due date and don’t already have a payment extension or payment arrangement in place, a payment extension can give you a bit more time to pay your bill. It’s easy to apply for a payment extension online – you’ll just need a copy of your bill to get started. We’ll let you know if your payment extension application is successful at the end of the process. If you’re planning to pay your bill in one lump sum payment and need to extend the "due date" that appears on your bill, this is known as a payment extension. If you apply for a payment extension from Synergy before your bill due date and don’t already have a payment extension or payment arrangement in place, a payment extension can give you a bit more time to pay your bill. It’s easy to apply for a payment extension online – you’ll just need a copy of your bill to get started. We’ll let you know if your payment extension application is successful at the end of the process.
Why does Synergy charge a paper bill fee?
Synergy incurs costs each time a paper bill is sent to a customer. We try to keep these costs as low as possible as they are passed onto customers unless you’re exempt. Customers can avoid this fee by switching to paperless billing. You are exempt from the paper bill fee if you are; An eligible concession card holder A residential customer aged 65 years and over Currently identified as being in hardship Synergy incurs costs each time a paper bill is sent to a customer. We try to keep these costs as low as possible as they are passed onto customers unless you’re exempt. Customers can avoid this fee by switching to paperless billing. You are exempt from the paper bill fee if you are; An eligible concession card holder A residential customer aged 65 years and over Currently identified as being in hardship
How can Synergy help me manage my bill?
Sometimes changes in your household, community and even global events can have an impact on your electricity use, your situation, and your income. We’re here to help make sure no one is left behind. Whether you need more time to pay your bill or you need some tips that could help reduce your bill, we’re here to provide the support you need. For more information how Synergy is helping our customers, visit synergy.net.au/billhelp Sometimes changes in your household, community and even global events can have an impact on your electricity use, your situation, and your income. We’re here to help make sure no one is left behind. Whether you need more time to pay your bill or you need some tips that could help reduce your bill, we’re here to provide the support you need. For more information how Synergy is helping our customers, visit synergy.net.au/billhelp
Why can’t I receive Automated REBS payments if I am a self-reader?
As part of the Automated REBS Payment Terms & Conditions, automated payments can only be made based on actual readings, taken by Western Power. If this condition is not met at the time you are being billed, the refund will not be processed automatically and your REBS credits remain against your account. This is to ensure the accuracy of the credits applied. As part of the Automated REBS Payment Terms & Conditions, automated payments can only be made based on actual readings, taken by Western Power. If this condition is not met at the time you are being billed, the refund will not be processed automatically and your REBS credits remain against your account. This is to ensure the accuracy of the credits applied.
Do I have to be home when my meter is read?
No. As long as the Western Power meter reader has access to your electricity meter, you don’t need to be home. If they're unable to enter your property or if your meter box is locked, then your consumption for that billing period may be estimated. If you need a key to be able to read your meter, then the meter box or gate needs to be fitted with a Western Power masterkey lock. You can purchase one of these from licensed locksmiths or security suppliers. Visit Western Power for more information about meter reading No. As long as the Western Power meter reader has access to your electricity meter, you don’t need to be home. If they're unable to enter your property or if your meter box is locked, then your consumption for that billing period may be estimated. If you need a key to be able to read your meter, then the meter box or gate needs to be fitted with a Western Power masterkey lock. You can purchase one of these from licensed locksmiths or security suppliers. Visit Western Power for more information about meter reading
Will I receive any compensation?
If we're not successful in acknowledging or responding to a written complaint or query within 10 and 20 business days respectively, you're able to request a Service Standard Payment. If we fall short of meeting these standards (and the matter is out of Synergy’s control) you are entitled to receive a payment of $20 on request (by cheque or by crediting your account). If this happens, you have up to 3 months from your initial complaint to apply to us for a Service Standard Payment. If we're not successful in acknowledging or responding to a written complaint or query within 10 and 20 business days respectively, you're able to request a Service Standard Payment. If we fall short of meeting these standards (and the matter is out of Synergy’s control) you are entitled to receive a payment of $20 on request (by cheque or by crediting your account). If this happens, you have up to 3 months from your initial complaint to apply to us for a Service Standard Payment.
How long is the warranty for a battery?
It depends on your product. It’s good to compare warranties when you’re choosing which battery system best suits your needs. It depends on your product. It’s good to compare warranties when you’re choosing which battery system best suits your needs.
How much does it cost to apply for the Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme (DEBS)?
There’s a $12.32 fee (inclusive of GST) for your application to participate in the Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme (DEBS). This fee may change from time to time but as of 1 July 2024 it’s correct. Other additional costs may apply including the installation of a bi-directional electricity meter that separately measures the electricity flow in both directions. It records consumption (usage within the home) and export (excess electricity produced and exported back to the electricity network). There’s a $12.32 fee (inclusive of GST) for your application to participate in the Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme (DEBS). This fee may change from time to time but as of 1 July 2024 it’s correct. Other additional costs may apply including the installation of a bi-directional electricity meter that separately measures the electricity flow in both directions. It records consumption (usage within the home) and export (excess electricity produced and exported back to the electricity network).
When you can't pay your bill
Everyone’s circumstances are different and may change. So if you’re having difficulties paying your bill on time, it’s better to let us know sooner rather than later. We have solutions to help make paying easier. If you leave it too late to contact us we may not be able to help. Everyone’s circumstances are different and may change. So if you’re having difficulties paying your bill on time, it’s better to let us know sooner rather than later. We have solutions to help make paying easier. If you leave it too late to contact us we may not be able to help.
Why do we pay an over the counter fee?
There has been no increase to the over-the-counter fee of $2.10. Australia Post charges Synergy every time a customer pays their Synergy bill at post office. Customers can choose to avoid the over-the-counter fee by switching to Direct Debit. You are exempt from this over the counter fee if you are; An eligible concession card holder A residential customer aged 65 years and over Currently identified as being in hardship There has been no increase to the over-the-counter fee of $2.10. Australia Post charges Synergy every time a customer pays their Synergy bill at post office. Customers can choose to avoid the over-the-counter fee by switching to Direct Debit. You are exempt from this over the counter fee if you are; An eligible concession card holder A residential customer aged 65 years and over Currently identified as being in hardship
How does Renewable Energy Buyback Scheme (REBS) affect my bill?
In a really good way! When the sun is shining bright, you'll harness the energy from the sun to power your home so you don't have to pay for any electricity during this time. Whenever your panels aren't producing enough energy to power your home, we'll supply the electricity to your home instead. So you'll only pay for the electricity we supply you. Plus, you'll also be doing your bit for the environment by reducing your carbon footprint. Any money earned for exporting energy back to the grid, will be displayed as a credit on your next bill. Once your credit reaches $75 or more... we'll deliver the money you've earned straight to your nominated bank account if you've registered for Automated REBS Payments. In a really good way! When the sun is shining bright, you'll harness the energy from the sun to power your home so you don't have to pay for any electricity during this time. Whenever your panels aren't producing enough energy to power your home, we'll supply the electricity to your home instead. So you'll only pay for the electricity we supply you. Plus, you'll also be doing your bit for the environment by reducing your carbon footprint. Any money earned for exporting energy back to the grid, will be displayed as a credit on your next bill. Once your credit reaches $75 or more... we'll deliver the money you've earned straight to your nominated bank account if you've registered for Automated REBS Payments.
Can I cancel my green energy contribution?
Yes, you can cancel your green energy at any time by updating your preferences in My Account. We'll backdate your cancellation or changes to the first day of the current billing period. No cancellation or change fees apply. Yes, you can cancel your green energy at any time by updating your preferences in My Account. We'll backdate your cancellation or changes to the first day of the current billing period. No cancellation or change fees apply.
Battery capacity
This is the amount of energy a battery is able to store and deliver in a single discharge. Battery capacity is usually measured in kilowatt hours (kWh) for home batteries. This is the amount of energy a battery is able to store and deliver in a single discharge. Battery capacity is usually measured in kilowatt hours (kWh) for home batteries.
Kilowatt (kW)
This is a unit that power is measured in. See the definition of power. This is a unit that power is measured in. See the definition of power.
Charge/discharge rate
This is the rate at which a battery can be charged and discharged. It’s a measurement of power and can be expressed in kilowatts(kW). The higher the charge rate, the faster your battery will be able to charge. The lower the discharge rate, the longer your battery will last but you’ll need to rely on the grid to support larger appliances. This is the rate at which a battery can be charged and discharged. It’s a measurement of power and can be expressed in kilowatts(kW). The higher the charge rate, the faster your battery will be able to charge. The lower the discharge rate, the longer your battery will last but you’ll need to rely on the grid to support larger appliances.
Kilowatt-Hour (kWh)
This is a unit of measurement for energy. See the definition of energy. This is a unit of measurement for energy. See the definition of energy.
Solar panels
These are panels designed to absorb the sun’s rays as a source of energy for generating electricity. If you’re looking for a solar system for your home, the solar panels will be installed on your roof, in a position that will catch the most sunshine. These are panels designed to absorb the sun’s rays as a source of energy for generating electricity. If you’re looking for a solar system for your home, the solar panels will be installed on your roof, in a position that will catch the most sunshine.
How do I get the temporary meter removed?
Call us on 13 13 53 to arrange removal. We'll arrange with Western Power to remove the meter for you. Please note, a temporary supply removal fee of $576.95 (inc GST) is charged by Synergy in order to recover costs charged by Western Power to visit a site and remove a temporary supply. This fee may change from time to time but as of 1 July 2024 it's correct. Call us on 13 13 53 to arrange removal. We'll arrange with Western Power to remove the meter for you. Please note, a temporary supply removal fee of $576.95 (inc GST) is charged by Synergy in order to recover costs charged by Western Power to visit a site and remove a temporary supply. This fee may change from time to time but as of 1 July 2024 it's correct.
Why is there an Urgent Reconnection Fee?
Synergy incurs a cost when we urgently reconnect customers who have been disconnected. This year, there will be an increase to the urgent reconnection fee for WA households. Customers who request this service and are not exempt, will be charged $208.01. This reflects the charge Synergy incurs when delivering this service. Urgent reconnections for customers who rely on life-support equipment at their property will continue to be provided free of charge. The urgent reconnection fee will apply if the customer requests an urgent reconnection but does not provide supporting documentation within 3 months. More details about life support equipment and how you can register as a life support customer can be found here. Knowing about your medical equipment means we can advise the network operator, Western Power, so they can prioritise restoring the power your life-support equipment depends on. To see if you’re eligible, and find out more about the process, you can read the Customer Charter Brochure here Synergy incurs a cost when we urgently reconnect customers who have been disconnected. This year, there will be an increase to the urgent reconnection fee for WA households. Customers who request this service and are not exempt, will be charged $208.01. This reflects the charge Synergy incurs when delivering this service. Urgent reconnections for customers who rely on life-support equipment at their property will continue to be provided free of charge. The urgent reconnection fee will apply if the customer requests an urgent reconnection but does not provide supporting documentation within 3 months. More details about life support equipment and how you can register as a life support customer can be found here. Knowing about your medical equipment means we can advise the network operator, Western Power, so they can prioritise restoring the power your life-support equipment depends on. To see if you’re eligible, and find out more about the process, you can read the Customer Charter Brochure here
Has the DEBS (Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme) buyback rate changed?
Yes. On 09 May 2024, the State Government announced that the DEBS buyback rates will change. The new rates are: • Electricity net exported at peak times between 3pm and 9pm will earn 10c/kWh; • Electricity net exported at all other times will earn 2.00c/kWh. These new rates will be effective 1 July 2024. The DEBS buyback rates are reviewed each year by the State Government, just like other regulated electricity prices. The rates apply to the first 50 units exported from a customer to the grid each day. This is more than a 5kW solar PV system would be expected to generate daily, even in ideal conditions. The DEBS buyback rates will be the same for the export from batteries as export from solar, recognising that batteries will be a growing component of our energy system. Yes. On 09 May 2024, the State Government announced that the DEBS buyback rates will change. The new rates are: • Electricity net exported at peak times between 3pm and 9pm will earn 10c/kWh; • Electricity net exported at all other times will earn 2.00c/kWh. These new rates will be effective 1 July 2024. The DEBS buyback rates are reviewed each year by the State Government, just like other regulated electricity prices. The rates apply to the first 50 units exported from a customer to the grid each day. This is more than a 5kW solar PV system would be expected to generate daily, even in ideal conditions. The DEBS buyback rates will be the same for the export from batteries as export from solar, recognising that batteries will be a growing component of our energy system.
What will be the DEBS rate?
From 1 July 2024, the DEBS buyback rates will be: Electricity net exported at peak times between 3pm and 9pm will earn 10c/kWh; Electricity net exported at all other times will earn 2c/kWh. The DEBS buyback rates will be reviewed each year by the State Government, just like other regulated electricity prices. The DEBS buyback rates applies to the first 50 units exported from a customer to the grid each day. This is more than a 5kW solar PV system would be expected to generate daily, even in ideal conditions. The DEBS buyback rates will be the same for the export from batteries as export from solar, recognising that batteries will be a growing component of our energy system. From 1 July 2024, the DEBS buyback rates will be: Electricity net exported at peak times between 3pm and 9pm will earn 10c/kWh; Electricity net exported at all other times will earn 2c/kWh. The DEBS buyback rates will be reviewed each year by the State Government, just like other regulated electricity prices. The DEBS buyback rates applies to the first 50 units exported from a customer to the grid each day. This is more than a 5kW solar PV system would be expected to generate daily, even in ideal conditions. The DEBS buyback rates will be the same for the export from batteries as export from solar, recognising that batteries will be a growing component of our energy system.
How do I calculate my appliance electricity costs?
With home appliances making up over 35% of your household electricity bills in WA, find out which of your home appliances are costing you in electricity. Use our appliance running cost calculator to see the average estimated cost in your electricity bill and learn ways on how to reduce your bill. Other factors that can affect your appliance electricity costs include the make, model, age and efficiency of the appliance, appliance settings and how it is used by you. With home appliances making up over 35% of your household electricity bills in WA, find out which of your home appliances are costing you in electricity. Use our appliance running cost calculator to see the average estimated cost in your electricity bill and learn ways on how to reduce your bill. Other factors that can affect your appliance electricity costs include the make, model, age and efficiency of the appliance, appliance settings and how it is used by you.
How much does electricity cost?
Based on the standard A1 electricity tariff for residential properties, Synergy charges one flat rate applied to all units (kWH) of electricity used. The supply and usage fees below are set by the Government and are current as of July 2024. • Supply charge – 113.2200 cents per day • Supply charge: additional homes – 45.0158 cents per day • Electricity charge – 31.5823 cents per unit Effective 1 July 2024. Prices are subject to change from time to time and other fees and charges may also apply. Prices listed include GST unless otherwise stated. By law we calculate our prices to four decimal places. Electricity is charged by the 'unit'. A 'unit' is one kilowatt-hour (kWh). Based on the standard A1 electricity tariff for residential properties, Synergy charges one flat rate applied to all units (kWH) of electricity used. The supply and usage fees below are set by the Government and are current as of July 2024. • Supply charge – 113.2200 cents per day • Supply charge: additional homes – 45.0158 cents per day • Electricity charge – 31.5823 cents per unit Effective 1 July 2024. Prices are subject to change from time to time and other fees and charges may also apply. Prices listed include GST unless otherwise stated. By law we calculate our prices to four decimal places. Electricity is charged by the 'unit'. A 'unit' is one kilowatt-hour (kWh).
Why is my bill late?
To enable timely and accurate billing, Synergy must receive the correct metering data from the meter at your property from the network provider. On occasion the provision of this data may be delayed for a number of reasons including but not limited to metering delays through the network provider, a meter change on the property, a product change on the Synergy account or metering data validation issues. Recently, due to technical issues, the network operator has been unable to provide us with metering data for some accounts since the meters were last read. As a result, we’ve been unable to issue bills to impacted accounts for recent electricity consumption as per our standard 60-day billing cycle. This means that bills for impacted accounts will cover a longer period of time than usual. Synergy is working closely with the network operator to assist and resolve the technical issue as a priority and we will issue bills for impacted accounts as soon as possible. To enable timely and accurate billing, Synergy must receive the correct metering data from the meter at your property from the network provider. On occasion the provision of this data may be delayed for a number of reasons including but not limited to metering delays through the network provider, a meter change on the property, a product change on the Synergy account or metering data validation issues. Recently, due to technical issues, the network operator has been unable to provide us with metering data for some accounts since the meters were last read. As a result, we’ve been unable to issue bills to impacted accounts for recent electricity consumption as per our standard 60-day billing cycle. This means that bills for impacted accounts will cover a longer period of time than usual. Synergy is working closely with the network operator to assist and resolve the technical issue as a priority and we will issue bills for impacted accounts as soon as possible.
Can I cancel Paperless at any time?
Yes. My Account makes it easy for you to switch between paper and paperless at any time. Just select Paperless from the right hand menu to cancel this service in less than three clicks. We’ll also ask why you’re cancelling Paperless along the way to help us continue to make our services even better. Register for My Account Yes. My Account makes it easy for you to switch between paper and paperless at any time. Just select Paperless from the right hand menu to cancel this service in less than three clicks. We’ll also ask why you’re cancelling Paperless along the way to help us continue to make our services even better. Register for My Account
Top 10 tips for electricity safety at home
Because we use it every day, it’s so easy to forget how dangerous electricity can be. Our message is to always put safety first, and respect electricity. Here's our recommended tips for keeping safe around electricity at home. Because we use it every day, it’s so easy to forget how dangerous electricity can be. Our message is to always put safety first, and respect electricity. Here's our recommended tips for keeping safe around electricity at home.
Who should be the account holder of a temporary supply?
Whenever a property has a power supply, there must be an account holder who is responsible for paying the account. The account holder is usually the property owner, but if you only need power temporarily, the builder or electrician can be the account holder.This way, the tradesperson will be billed for any power used during construction. If you’re not sure who should be responsible, check your building contract for details. Whenever a property has a power supply, there must be an account holder who is responsible for paying the account. The account holder is usually the property owner, but if you only need power temporarily, the builder or electrician can be the account holder.This way, the tradesperson will be billed for any power used during construction. If you’re not sure who should be responsible, check your building contract for details.
Energy
You know what energy is – you might feel like you have more of it after that chocolate bar at 3pm. Scientifically speaking, energy is the ability to do work or produce a change over time. It’s expressed in kilowatt hours (kWh). You know what energy is – you might feel like you have more of it after that chocolate bar at 3pm. Scientifically speaking, energy is the ability to do work or produce a change over time. It’s expressed in kilowatt hours (kWh).
Cycle life
Cycle life has nothing to do with cyclists wearing lycra and drinking lattes at your local café (although keep up the great work if you are one!). Cycle life is the number of charge/discharge cycles a battery can achieve prior to reaching end of its design life which is usually when its capacity is significantly reduced. Cycle life has nothing to do with cyclists wearing lycra and drinking lattes at your local café (although keep up the great work if you are one!). Cycle life is the number of charge/discharge cycles a battery can achieve prior to reaching end of its design life which is usually when its capacity is significantly reduced.
What happens if I want to cancel my solar application?
We understand that there are times that our customers want to cancel a solar application, whether it be because you've changed your mind about installing solar or you've proceeded with a different installer. We understand that there are times that our customers want to cancel a solar application, whether it be because you've changed your mind about installing solar or you've proceeded with a different installer.
Why do I need to notify you when I upgrade my system?
If you want to upgrade the size of your existing system you’ll need to complete the Distributed Energy Systems application form. If you want to change the capacity of your inverter, you’ll also need approval from Western Power before making any changes. For REBS customers, if you upgrade your system you may no longer be eligible for REBS and will need to apply for DEBS. If you want to upgrade the size of your existing system you’ll need to complete the Distributed Energy Systems application form. If you want to change the capacity of your inverter, you’ll also need approval from Western Power before making any changes. For REBS customers, if you upgrade your system you may no longer be eligible for REBS and will need to apply for DEBS.
Is Synergy an accredited GreenPower supplier?
Yes. Synergy's Albany wind farm, a Bright Energy Investments joint venture and part of the Albany Grasmere Wind Farm, is an accredited energy supplier for the GreenPower program and is cutting Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions by 65,000 tonnes per annum. That's equal to taking nearly 15,000 cars from our roads for one year. Yes. Synergy's Albany wind farm, a Bright Energy Investments joint venture and part of the Albany Grasmere Wind Farm, is an accredited energy supplier for the GreenPower program and is cutting Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions by 65,000 tonnes per annum. That's equal to taking nearly 15,000 cars from our roads for one year.
What is a payment arrangement?
If you’re experiencing payment difficulties and finding it hard to pay your Synergy bill, we may be able to help you with an interest-free and fee-free instalment plan to help avoid disconnection. We will ensure any plan is fair and reasonable, by taking into account information about your capacity to pay and any debt owed to Synergy. This is known as a payment arrangement. With a payment arrangement in place, you could pay your Synergy bill and outstanding amounts off in smaller amounts over time, rather than all at once. It’s easy to apply for a payment arrangement online – you’ll just need a copy of your bill to get started. We’ll let you know if your payment arrangement application is successful at the end of the process and the details of the amounts and due dates for instalments. If you’re experiencing payment difficulties and finding it hard to pay your Synergy bill, we may be able to help you with an interest-free and fee-free instalment plan to help avoid disconnection. We will ensure any plan is fair and reasonable, by taking into account information about your capacity to pay and any debt owed to Synergy. This is known as a payment arrangement. With a payment arrangement in place, you could pay your Synergy bill and outstanding amounts off in smaller amounts over time, rather than all at once. It’s easy to apply for a payment arrangement online – you’ll just need a copy of your bill to get started. We’ll let you know if your payment arrangement application is successful at the end of the process and the details of the amounts and due dates for instalments.
What is an export limit and how does it work?
An export limit refers to the maximum amount of solar energy generated by a rooftop solar PV system, in excess to personal consumption, that is permitted to be exported to, or feed back into, the electricity grid. The purpose of export limiting is to help ensure that the grid remains stable and safe. For the solar PV system to be export limited, at installation a sensor is attached to the inverter that determines the amount of current being sent to the grid (an export limiter). The inverter converts solar energy into electricity. This solar generated electricity offsets consumption at the property first at the time of generation and then anything in excess is exported to the grid. The export limiter controls the amount that can be exported to the grid. The offset of solar generated electricity against your personal consumption will help to reduce your electricity costs as you are not drawing electricity directly from the grid. Export limits are set in accordance with Western Power’s Basic Embedded Generator Connection Technical Requirements. How to apply: An application to install or connect a solar PV system that cannot meet ESM requirements and is required to be subject to an export limit cannot be completed online. To apply, please complete the Distributed Energy Systems Application for renewable energy system with an inverter capacity of up to 30kW form. An export limit refers to the maximum amount of solar energy generated by a rooftop solar PV system, in excess to personal consumption, that is permitted to be exported to, or feed back into, the electricity grid. The purpose of export limiting is to help ensure that the grid remains stable and safe. For the solar PV system to be export limited, at installation a sensor is attached to the inverter that determines the amount of current being sent to the grid (an export limiter). The inverter converts solar energy into electricity. This solar generated electricity offsets consumption at the property first at the time of generation and then anything in excess is exported to the grid. The export limiter controls the amount that can be exported to the grid. The offset of solar generated electricity against your personal consumption will help to reduce your electricity costs as you are not drawing electricity directly from the grid. Export limits are set in accordance with Western Power’s Basic Embedded Generator Connection Technical Requirements. How to apply: An application to install or connect a solar PV system that cannot meet ESM requirements and is required to be subject to an export limit cannot be completed online. To apply, please complete the Distributed Energy Systems Application for renewable energy system with an inverter capacity of up to 30kW form.
Is my payment number the same as my account number?
It's the 8-12 digit number, located top right of your bill (on the front page). Your payment number is the 10 digit number located on the bottom right, below the dotted line, on the front of your bill. This number is generated each time you make a payment and is needed when conveniently paying your bill online using a credit or debit card. It's the 8-12 digit number, located top right of your bill (on the front page). Your payment number is the 10 digit number located on the bottom right, below the dotted line, on the front of your bill. This number is generated each time you make a payment and is needed when conveniently paying your bill online using a credit or debit card.
Can I receive my bill notification via SMS?
Yes. As a part of Paperless you can also opt into receiving an SMS reminder when your bill's arrived and we will also send you a friendly reminder just before your bill is due so you can avoid any late fees. Another good reason to switch to Paperless. Switch now Yes. As a part of Paperless you can also opt into receiving an SMS reminder when your bill's arrived and we will also send you a friendly reminder just before your bill is due so you can avoid any late fees. Another good reason to switch to Paperless. Switch now
Would roof-top solar reduce my bill?
You could save on your electricity costs if you have solar panels installed. How much you could save depends on your energy consumption. Unless you have a battery or storage device, the solar power you generate (which occurs during the day) also needs to be used during the day. So, if you’re using heavy appliances at night, your solar panels won’t help to power these, and you won’t be maximising your solar investment. There are plenty of small changes you can make to better manage your energy usage. These changes could help you get more out of your solar panels. For example: Do your laundry during the day when your solar panels are receiving maximum sunlight, especially between 10am and 2pm. Keep energy usage to a minimum at night if possible. Use a slow-cooker to cook dinner during the day. Charge your phone, laptops and other devices during the day. To find out how you can get the most out of your roof-top solar, see more tips here. You could save on your electricity costs if you have solar panels installed. How much you could save depends on your energy consumption. Unless you have a battery or storage device, the solar power you generate (which occurs during the day) also needs to be used during the day. So, if you’re using heavy appliances at night, your solar panels won’t help to power these, and you won’t be maximising your solar investment. There are plenty of small changes you can make to better manage your energy usage. These changes could help you get more out of your solar panels. For example: Do your laundry during the day when your solar panels are receiving maximum sunlight, especially between 10am and 2pm. Keep energy usage to a minimum at night if possible. Use a slow-cooker to cook dinner during the day. Charge your phone, laptops and other devices during the day. To find out how you can get the most out of your roof-top solar, see more tips here.
How do I cancel my Direct Debit?
The easiest way to cancel your Direct Debit or update your account details is via My Account. Your payment may still be debited automatically if you cancel your Direct Debit less than 5 business days before your next bill payment or instalment is due. The easiest way to cancel your Direct Debit or update your account details is via My Account. Your payment may still be debited automatically if you cancel your Direct Debit less than 5 business days before your next bill payment or instalment is due.
Need more time to pay your bill?
Then we're here to help. If you need a little more time to pay, then you can apply for a payment extension in just a few clicks. You'll have the option to extend your payment due date up until just before your next bill is due to be paid. Just have a copy of your bill handy. Request a payment extension Then we're here to help. If you need a little more time to pay, then you can apply for a payment extension in just a few clicks. You'll have the option to extend your payment due date up until just before your next bill is due to be paid. Just have a copy of your bill handy. Request a payment extension
When will I receive my first bill?
In general, your meter is read once every 2 months. When you get your first bill after moving in depends on the Western Power scheduled meter reading date in your area. In general, your meter is read once every 2 months. When you get your first bill after moving in depends on the Western Power scheduled meter reading date in your area.
What is the difference between 'Account period', 'Supply period' and 'Charge period' on my bill?
Account period is the period from your previous bill to the issue date of your current bill. If the Account period on your current bill is '14 Sep 2017 - 14 Nov 2017', this means your previous bill was issued to you on 14 September 2017, and your current bill was issued to you on 14 November 2017. Supply period is the date your meter was last read by Western Power, up to the current read date. If the Supply period on your current bill is '14 Sep 2017 - 10 Nov 2017', this means your meter was previously read on 14 September 2017, and most recently read on 10 November 2017. Charge period is your billing period and includes all charges, concessions, rebates or discounts since your last bill. Learn more about the other important bits of information on your bill Account period is the period from your previous bill to the issue date of your current bill. If the Account period on your current bill is '14 Sep 2017 - 14 Nov 2017', this means your previous bill was issued to you on 14 September 2017, and your current bill was issued to you on 14 November 2017. Supply period is the date your meter was last read by Western Power, up to the current read date. If the Supply period on your current bill is '14 Sep 2017 - 10 Nov 2017', this means your meter was previously read on 14 September 2017, and most recently read on 10 November 2017. Charge period is your billing period and includes all charges, concessions, rebates or discounts since your last bill. Learn more about the other important bits of information on your bill
Will I still receive a Synergy bill if I sign up for BPAY View?
No, not directly to your inbox or mailbox. When you sign up for BPAY view you are agreeing for us to send your power bill to your online banking portal which means you can access your bill through your financial institution and you will not receive a paper or paperless bill directly from Synergy. If you're signed up to BPAY view please be aware that you will not eligible for the following services - Paperless (including SMS), eConnect and Automated REBS Payments. Should you want to opt in to any of these Synergy services, you'll need to contact your financial institution to cancel your BPAY view before we can opt you in to these. No, not directly to your inbox or mailbox. When you sign up for BPAY view you are agreeing for us to send your power bill to your online banking portal which means you can access your bill through your financial institution and you will not receive a paper or paperless bill directly from Synergy. If you're signed up to BPAY view please be aware that you will not eligible for the following services - Paperless (including SMS), eConnect and Automated REBS Payments. Should you want to opt in to any of these Synergy services, you'll need to contact your financial institution to cancel your BPAY view before we can opt you in to these.
Depth of Discharge
This is the level the battery is set to discharge to and is crucial to ensure the longevity of certain battery chemistries. Lithium ion batteries (and some other types) are never fully discharged, because that would have a detrimental effect on the life of the battery. For example, if the depth of discharge was 80%, the battery would shut off and not provide any further power once it reached 20% of its capacity. Older lead acid batteries typically are set to discharge to about 50% and more modern Lithium Ion batteries are able to have much higher depths of discharge up to about 90%. If manufacturers advertise 100% depth of discharge, they usually have a buffer of battery capacity that they do quote on their data sheet. This is the level the battery is set to discharge to and is crucial to ensure the longevity of certain battery chemistries. Lithium ion batteries (and some other types) are never fully discharged, because that would have a detrimental effect on the life of the battery. For example, if the depth of discharge was 80%, the battery would shut off and not provide any further power once it reached 20% of its capacity. Older lead acid batteries typically are set to discharge to about 50% and more modern Lithium Ion batteries are able to have much higher depths of discharge up to about 90%. If manufacturers advertise 100% depth of discharge, they usually have a buffer of battery capacity that they do quote on their data sheet.
Tier 1
This is a scale used to rank solar panel manufacturers on their reliability and economic stability. Tier 1 is the top ranking. This is a scale used to rank solar panel manufacturers on their reliability and economic stability. Tier 1 is the top ranking.
How can I tell if my bill is estimated?
You can check if your bill is estimated by grabbing a copy of your bill... Look for the 'How much energy have you used?' chart half way down the bill. You can check if your bill is estimated by grabbing a copy of your bill... Look for the 'How much energy have you used?' chart half way down the bill.
Who is eligible for the WA Household Electricity Credit?
The WA Household Electricity Credit was applied as an offset to current residential customer accounts that were supplied electricity by Synergy under an eligible residential product as at 4 October 2020. There is no application or opt-in action needed for customers who have an eligible customer account. Eligible customers will automatically receive their credit. Eligible residential products include: The Home Plan (A1) Tariff. All non-standard residential electricity supply products including the Smart Home Plan, EV Home Plan, and grandfathered products including SmartPower and PowerShift. Pilot products offered by Synergy targeting residential customers including Alkimos Beach and PowerBank. Eligible customer accounts are only entitled to one WA Household Electricity Credit per account. K1 and business customers are not eligible for the credit. Eligible K1 customers received the Small Business and Charity Offset in May 2020. B1 customers are not eligible as they will receive the credit under their A1 account (noting B1 customers will also have an accompanying eligible residential product that will receive the credit). The State Government has advised that households which are billed for their electricity use not 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 providers and that were registered for the Energy Concession Extension Scheme (ECES) on 4 October 2020, will receive an equivalent credit automatically through the ECES. 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 WA Household Electricity Credit was applied as an offset to current residential customer accounts that were supplied electricity by Synergy under an eligible residential product as at 4 October 2020. There is no application or opt-in action needed for customers who have an eligible customer account. Eligible customers will automatically receive their credit. Eligible residential products include: The Home Plan (A1) Tariff. All non-standard residential electricity supply products including the Smart Home Plan, EV Home Plan, and grandfathered products including SmartPower and PowerShift. Pilot products offered by Synergy targeting residential customers including Alkimos Beach and PowerBank. Eligible customer accounts are only entitled to one WA Household Electricity Credit per account. K1 and business customers are not eligible for the credit. Eligible K1 customers received the Small Business and Charity Offset in May 2020. B1 customers are not eligible as they will receive the credit under their A1 account (noting B1 customers will also have an accompanying eligible residential product that will receive the credit). The State Government has advised that households which are billed for their electricity use not 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 providers and that were registered for the Energy Concession Extension Scheme (ECES) on 4 October 2020, will receive an equivalent credit automatically through the ECES. 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.
Can I add my concession card on more than one account?
Unfortunately, no. The Office of State Revenue governs concession card guidelines and any eligible rebates or concessions can be applied to one account (your main residence). Unfortunately, no. The Office of State Revenue governs concession card guidelines and any eligible rebates or concessions can be applied to one account (your main residence).
What does EasyGreen cost?
EasyGreen® lets you choose a fixed contribution ranging from $10 to $80 that gets added to your Synergy bill. Your EasyGreen contribution is in addition to the standard tariff you pay for the electricity you receive from Synergy. The tariff is set by the state government and is generally reviewed and reset annually, taking into account any cost increases. Synergy will use your EasyGreen contribution to purchase an equivalent amount of renewable energy certificates (RECs) produced from nationally accredited GreenPower renewable energy sources. Learn more about green energy options EasyGreen® lets you choose a fixed contribution ranging from $10 to $80 that gets added to your Synergy bill. Your EasyGreen contribution is in addition to the standard tariff you pay for the electricity you receive from Synergy. The tariff is set by the state government and is generally reviewed and reset annually, taking into account any cost increases. Synergy will use your EasyGreen contribution to purchase an equivalent amount of renewable energy certificates (RECs) produced from nationally accredited GreenPower renewable energy sources. Learn more about green energy options