SOLAR SOLUTIONS NOT ADDRESSING THE WHOLE STORY
Many schools are actively looking for ways to reduce their electricity expenses. When exploring options, they are often inundated with messaging that rooftop solar as the lowest-cost solution.
A deep dive into the data tells a different story. For over two years, Change Energy has been researching the unique energy profiles of schools across Western Australia.
Solar does reduce grid usage during daylight hours, however it is displacing renewable energy from the grid, which can be supplied at a lower cost. this only addresses a portion of the overall bill—and often leaves other major cost components untouched.
Rooftop solar does very little to address the significant costs that ‘fixed charges’ – Network Charges and Capacity Charges, which can make up over 60% of a school’s electricity bill.
In fact, without the right supporting strategies, rooftop solar can sometimes result in a cost increase to the fixed charges.
What schools really need is an, integrated energy strategy—that addresses both energy costs and fixed costs, to unlock real, long-term savings.
Change Energy’s 2-years deep dive into understanding school energy usage has allowed us to design tailored solution that delivers cost savings in both energy and fixed costs.
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Change Energy Managed Energy Services
Change Energy is currently the only retailer offering a service to operate batteries in a way that passes savings directly onto customers.
Our goal is to deliver real cost reductions to schools and educational institutions by using battery technology smarter. By storing energy during the middle of the day and using this stored energy during peak times, we can help customers cut down their energy bills without changing how they use power.
But we don’t stop there.
As a locally owned and truly independent retailer, Change Energy was built on the belief that energy providers should do better. We’re committed to changing the way customer service is handled in the energy sector, offering genuine support, clear answers, expert support and real relationships – not call centre run-arounds.
With a team of industry experts who’ve spent decades in the electricity market, we combine deep expertise with hands-on tailored service. That means no guesswork, no generic solutions – just smarter energy made simple.
Teaser for Next Issue: Discover how Change Energy’s ‘Managed Energy Services’ can deliver up to 30% savings on the total cost of an electricity bill (whilst continuing to reduce emissions).
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Now more than ever, schools across WA are recognising the need to take control of their electricity usage and reduce costs.
At Change Energy, we offer innovative, modern technology solutions that allow schools to unlock real savings on their energy bills while promoting smarter, greener energy use. From cutting-edge battery integration to intelligent energy management systems, we’re helping schools future-proof their operations and reinvest savings where they matter most—into education.
Is your school ready to take the next step? Register your interest today and discover how we can help your school lead the way in energy innovation.
