Can you run a swimming pool on solar power?

Canstar Blue explains how you can power your swimming pool with solar. Learn how solar can reduce your pool’s running cost.

Solar pool pump: Everything you need to know

Some companies claim that homeowners can save up to 17% off their electricity bill if they swap their grid-connected pool pump to solar only. Canstar Blue investigates the feasibility of switching to solar pool pumps. A new backyard swimming pool can significantly increase quality of life, especially during the hotter months. However, once house guests … Continued

Types of energy plans explained

Learn about the different types of energy plans and contracts available in Australia, including electricity and gas plan types.

Solar panels for camping

In this article, Canstar Blue discusses portable solar panels designed for camping and available from most outdoor recreation stores.

What happens if your energy company goes out of business?

Challenging economic conditions often force electricity companies to make difficult decisions about lifting prices, slashing costs or exiting their business. Rising energy costs can significantly affect the bottom line of retailers, especially emerging brands with smaller customer bases compared to the big three providers. This Canstar Blue article explores what happens to customers when their … Continued

Energy companies with Australian and overseas call centres

Which electricity call centres are based overseas? Canstar Blue looks at which energy companies have Australian and offshore call centres.

Fixed vs variable rate electricity plans: Which is better?

In this Canstar Blue guide, we compare fixed rate energy plans with variable rate plans and help you decide which is better for cutting costs.

eSIMs Australia: Plans and providers compared

eSIM is the latest technology made popular by the newest iPhones and stands for ‘embedded SIM’. Review providers & plans that offer it with Canstar Blue.

Types of solar panels

We all want the best value for our solar systems. Canstar Blue looks at different types of solar panels and what sets them apart.

How long does it take to switch energy providers?

In this article, Canstar Blue explains how long it takes to change energy companies, and what you should be on the look out for if you’re going to switch energy providers. It’s a lot simpler to change electricity and gas companies than a lot of people might think. With account transfer times now shorter than … Continued