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Attachments not worth the risk

Attaching signs and other advertising material to power poles may seem like free advertising, but the risks could be costly.

28 September 2021

Safety Media Release
CEO Welcome - Newsletter September 2021

This year continues to provide opportunities to demonstrate our resilience and adaptability as we manage the challenges of continuing to provide safe, affordable, and reliable energy ...

20 September 2021

Corporate
Casting a wide NetVis

Network visibility into how our connected customers consume, generate and export energy in a low voltage environment is critical as Essential Energy evolves into a distributed system operator, responsible for effectively sharing energy across a dynamic, smart network.

20 September 2021

Future energy Sustainability
Knock before disconnecting

Read how our 'Knock before disconnect' program is delivering positive outcomes for thousands of customers across NSW and helping increase efficiencies for retailers ...

20 September 2021

Community
Digitising risk assessment

Our field crews keep the lights on 24/7 in vast and varied geography working in variable weather conditions. With the high-risk nature of their roles, it's clear why safety is at the heart of everything we do.

20 September 2021

Safety
Breaking the duck curve

Australia's reputation as a sun-loving country continues, this time on our roofs. But the resulting 'duck curve' is impacting power reliability and costs for everyone. Read how Essential Energy's current Tariff Trials are working on breaking this curve.

20 September 2021

Future energy Sustainability
NAIDOC Week - a personal reflection

With our Reconciliation Action Plan in place, Essential Energy is bringing about one of the key goals which is to learn about and celebrate our first nation’s culture.

20 September 2021

Community Our people
Remembering Corky

Henry "Corky" Caldwell lived in the Grafton region all his life and served in World War II, but his service didn’t end on his return.

20 September 2021

Community
Three ways to switch on to Electricity Safety Week in 2021

Electricity distributor Essential Energy is encouraging primary school students to get involved with Electricity Safety Week, even while learning from home.

08 September 2021

Safety Media Release
Nymboida sale secures regions’ water supply

Essential Energy and Clarence Valley Council have today announced reaching agreement for the transfer of ownership of the disused Nymboida Hydro Power Scheme and associated water licences.

08 September 2021

Corporate Media Release

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