Comprehensive Energy Procurement
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At Sustainable Energy Solutions, our team of expert brokers takes the hassle out of securing a competitive energy contract for your business. Working with a large network of trusted electricity and gas providers, we will find, compare and negotiate the best business energy deals for your energy needs.

Our dedicated energy procurement consultants work closely with clients to understand operational needs, contract timing and market exposure. This personalised, high-touch approach sets us apart, delivering smart, long-term value.

Our core energy procurement services include:

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    We are proud to work with the top commercial and industrial energy retailers across Australia and New Zealand

    Secure the Best Energy Prices for Your Business

    Ready to elevate your energy procurement strategy? Partner with our seasoned energy procurement consultants who deliver exceptional service to Australia’s leading businesses, spanning diverse sectors from food manufacturing to aged care. Join the over 1,465 organisations and 10,009 sites that rely on us for their commercial energy procurement expertise.

    Our dedicated Account Managers are the backbone of our success, boasting an impressive 95% client retention rate. When you partner with us, you gain access to their expertise and personalised attention, ensuring your energy procurement strategy is optimised for maximum efficiency and savings.

    Our goal is to inform and prepare medium and large businesses to address the impact of energy on their businesses and develop strategies to control their energy costs effectively.
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    An independent, trusted advisor to medium and large businesses Australia-wide.

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    Our team is on top of the rapidly changing energy market and is passionate about helping you navigate it.

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    We help clients leverage advances in energy efficiency technology to achieve sustainable and ongoing cost savings.

    The Sustainable Energy Solutions
    Procurement Process

    1. Assessment of Energy Needs: We’ll begin by assessing your business’s energy requirements. This includes your electricity and gas consumption patterns, as well as any specific operational needs or constraints and renewable energy goals.
    2. Market Analysis: We constantly track the energy market to understand current trends, pricing structures and available suppliers, ensuring we have the most up-to-date market insights. We apply that market knowledge to your specific business needs and timelines.
    3. Supplier Evaluation and Negotiation: We identify and evaluate potential energy retailers based on pricing, contract terms, customer service and sustainability. We’ll request proposals or quotes from multiple suppliers to compare offerings and negotiate to secure pricing, contract terms and service level agreements.
    4. Contract Management: Once an agreement is reached, we will liaise with your retailer to address any issues or disputes during the contract period. We’ll assist your business in reducing its consumption and staying abreast of any policy changes, incentives or market movements ahead of your contract renewal.

    If you’d like to get on top of your business electricity contracts, get in touch today for a free business energy review.

    Why choose Sustainable Energy Solutions?

    We specialise in large-market, commercial & industrial (C&I) electricity and gas users.

    Market knowledge. We track the market daily to identify trends and alert clients to market movements and timely negotiations.

    Sector experience. We understand our client’s business and have experience across a range of industries, including food and industrial manufacturing, aged care, retail, cold storage, logistics, media, and telecommunications.

    Experience with buying groups and large multisite portfolios. Sustainable Energy Solutions is experienced in negotiating competitive energy contracts for buying groups. Members have benefited from the savings received, which have made a meaningful difference to their bottom line.

    Procurement Support That Grows With Your Business

    We support businesses at every growth stage, from standalone operators to national portfolios. Our team understands the unique challenges of commercial energy procurement at scale, including aligning contract cycles, analysing usage patterns and ensuring pricing transparency across multiple locations.

    As your operations expand, our energy procurement consultants provide expert guidance to help you plan, reduce duplication and maximise buying power. We also collaborate with facility managers, finance teams and internal stakeholders to deliver seamless onboarding and clear, consistent communication.

    Get Tailored Support From Energy Procurement Experts

    Experience energy procurement services built on insight and trust. Explore innovative energy efficiency solutions and work with the Sustainable Energy Solutions team today.

    Contact us today for tailored support from Australia’s trusted energy procurement consultants, servicing clients nationwide.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a 'pass-through' cost in an electricity contract?

    A pass-through cost in an electricity contract refers to charges that are not fixed at the time of signing and are instead passed directly through from the market, network, or government schemes. Common pass-throughs include network tariffs, market operator fees, and loss factors. It’s essential to understand which components are fixed and which are variable when reviewing an offer.

    Visit the ‘Your electricity bill explained’ section for more information on how pass-through costs impact your energy bill.

    A Blend and Extend is a procurement strategy that allows a business to renegotiate an existing energy contract before it expires. Typically, the remaining period of the current contract is blended with a new term at current market rates, resulting in a new average price over the extended contract duration. This approach is often used in falling markets to reduce short-term costs and lock in future pricing. It can be a useful way to achieve price certainty while smoothing out higher rates from earlier periods. This strategy is at the retailer’s discretion.

    Progressive procurement, also known as progressive purchasing or load-following contracts, allows large energy users to buy electricity in multiple tranches over time, rather than locking in a single fixed rate. This strategy provides greater control over price risk, letting you spread purchases across different market conditions. It is ideal for businesses with internal energy expertise or support from an advisor, as it requires active monitoring of market movements and disciplined execution.

    Demand Response programs incentivise large users to temporarily reduce electricity use during periods of grid stress or high market prices. Participating businesses receive financial incentives from their retailer or via a third-party aggregator. If your operations have flexibility or non-critical loads that can be curtailed briefly, demand response can provide new revenue streams and reduce exposure to high spot prices without compromising core operations.

    A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is a long-term contract to buy electricity from an energy generator or retailer. PPAs are typically employed in relation to commercial renewable projects, such as large solar or wind farms. For large users, PPAs can provide price certainty, hedge against market volatility, and help meet net zero or sustainability goals.

    The Gas Code of Conduct, introduced by the Australian Government in 2023, sets behavioural standards for gas producers and marketers selling into the east coast market. It aims to promote transparency, ensure fair pricing, and maintain domestic supply.

    While the energy rate (¢/kWh) is important, large commercial and industrial users should also consider:

    • Contract terms and flexibility
    • Volume tolerance and load variation clauses
    • Environmental product options (e.g., LGCs, carbon offsets)
    • Billing accuracy, reporting, and data analytics
    • Retailer credit risk and service responsiveness
    • Network and metering charges (often passed through at cost)

    A retailer offering a slightly higher rate but better terms might deliver better value in the long run. Energy procurement is not just about price; risk management and operational fit are equally crucial.

    Metering charges cover the cost of installing, maintaining, and operating your electricity or gas meter. These charges are usually passed through by the retailer from a Metering Provider. Charges vary depending on the type of meter (interval or basic), data services, and site requirements. For large users, advanced meters enable more accurate billing and access to granular consumption data, which can inform energy efficiency strategies.

    A loss factor accounts for the electricity lost as it travels through the transmission and distribution network to your site. The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) calculates transmission loss factors to reflect these losses, adjusting the rate every July. These are applied to your energy usage to adjust for those losses and directly influence your total electricity cost. Sites located further from major substations or generation sources typically have higher loss factors, meaning they are billed for slightly more energy than they physically consume. With coal plants closing and renewable energy expanding, loss factors are becoming harder to predict. Many new generators are connecting to weaker, peripheral parts of the grid (e.g., northern Queensland, northwest Victoria), increasing losses.

    An embedded network is a private electricity network that supplies multiple tenants or buildings from a single parent connection to the grid. These are common in industrial parks, shopping centres, and business campuses. The embedded network operator buys electricity in bulk and on-sells it to occupants. If you operate a multi-tenanted site, becoming an embedded network could offer revenue potential and better energy control, but it requires compliance with regulatory obligations and appropriate metering infrastructure.

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