A List of Carbon Neutral Energy Retailers in Australia

As Australia continues to take steps towards achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, many companies are working hard to become carbon neutral. That essentially means that the greenhouse gas emissions they emit into the atmosphere are completely off-set by the greenhouse gas emissions they remove.

Carbon neutral energy providers: List of carbon neutral energy companies in Australia

Climate Active is an Australian government-backed program that certifies organisations and their products as carbon neutral.  To qualify, organisations must measure their carbon footprint and develop and implement strategies to reduce emissions as much as possible. They must then purchase carbon offsets to compensate for remaining emissions. Independent audits are carried out to ensure the accuracy and the effectiveness of the reduction strategies.

Here is a list of carbon neutral energy companies in Australia that are certified as carbon-neutral organisations by Climate Active:

A List of carbon neutral energy products in Australia

While not certified by Climate Active as carbon-neutral organisations, several energy retailers provide products that are certified as carbon neutral. Here is a list of energy companies in Australia that offer products certified as carbon-neutral by Climate Active:

Why compare energy providers on carbon neutrality

As you can see in the tables above, some energy retailers are certified as carbon-neutral organisations, and some energy retailers offer products that are certified as carbon-neutral but are not certified as carbon-neutral organisations.  Confusing, right? Compare Club can make it simple! 

Our experts can help you compare carbon-neutral energy retailers and the carbon-neutral products they offer so you can make the best decision for your needs – and the climate.

And if you decide to switch to a carbon-neutral energy provider, we’ll look after all the paperwork at no extra cost to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Australian companies are carbon neutral? More than 500 Australian companies have been certified as carbon neutral by Climate Active. You can search them all here. 

How can I verify if an energy retailer is truly climate-neutral? Look for certifications or accreditations from recognised organisations such as Climate Active. These certifications ensure that the energy retailer has met rigorous standards for measuring, reducing, and offsetting their carbon emissions.

What types of carbon offset projects do climate-neutral energy retailers support?

Climate-neutral energy retailers support a variety of carbon offset projects, including renewable energy, forestry and reforestation, methane capture and utilisation, and energy efficiency initiatives.

Sources

Certified brands, Climate Active, https://www.climateactive.org.au/certified-brands

Paul Coughran is the General Manager of Emerging Verticals at Compare Club. Paul has over 20 years of experience across a wide range of industries including Banking and Finance, Telecommunications and Energy. Paul leads a team of trusted experts dedicated to helping individuals make informed decisions about their insurance and utilities needs.

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Paul's top energy tips

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  Australia’s top three energy companies still hold 64% of the total Australian market, even though competition was deregulated in 2017.

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  If you don't shop around for energy providers, you’re probably leaving your savings on the table by failing to compare better value options.

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  Most energy providers offer discounted rates for new customers, which is a strong incentive to switch.

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  There should be no interruption when you switch energy providers. You'll need to pay a new company for your energy, but there won't be a disruption to your power supply.