Is GreenPower a government department?
Do individual energy companies own GreenPower?
Where can I find a GreenPower supplier?
There are so many different GreenPower products available, how do I know which GreenPower product to choose?
How can I be assured that when I choose GreenPower, my energy suppliers actually source my electricity from renewable sources?

Is GreenPower a government department?

No, GreenPower is a national, co-operative state and territory government initiative that aims to increase Australia’s capacity to produce environmentally friendly renewable electricity. Rather than being a department, GreenPower is a national program that operates as a result of an agreement between state and territory governments. The National GreenPower Accreditation Program is voluntary.

Do individual energy companies own GreenPower?

No, GreenPower is a national, co-operative state and territory government initiative that aims to increase Australia’s capacity to produce environmentally friendly renewable electricity. Rather than being owned by energy companies, GreenPower endorses the renewable energy products offered by energy companies if they meet stringent environmental criteria and are from new renewable energy facilities built since 1997.

Where can I find a GreenPower supplier?

Almost every energy company in Australia provides a GreenPower accredited renewable energy product. Click here for residential GreenPower suppliers and business GreenPower suppliers.

There are so many different GreenPower products available, how do I know which GreenPower product to choose?

Here are a few key tips to make your switch to GreenPower easy.

Always look for the GreenPower tick when purchasing renewable energy.

Understand the percentage of GreenPower you’re buying – i.e.: 10%, 20% or 100% GreenPower. The higher the percentage, the more renewable energy you are purchasing and the more greenhouse emissions you’re saving. So when comparing prices, make sure you consider the amount of accredited GreenPower in the product.

There are a number of different organisations who provide rankings of GreenPower products and retailers. This information can easily be found on the web but be sure to check that the information provided is from a credible and unbiased source.

How can I be assured that when I choose GreenPower, my energy suppliers actually source my electricity from renewable sources?

All accredited generators and electricity suppliers are audited each year. Reports are publicly available to enable everyone to review the products available and to verify that net electricity purchases are being invested into the supply of new renewable energy sources.

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