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Business Energy FAQ's

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Q. How does AGL define business size?

Our aim is to provide the best possible service for businesses of all types and sizes. We have found that, in general, services designed for small to medium businesses suit those consuming up to 10GWh of electricity ($200,000) and 50TJ gas ($400,000) per annum. Clients with a higher annual consumption are usually better served by our corporate services team.

Q. What are the basic units of energy?

Energy is measured as follows:
Gas - jouleElectricity - watt hour3.6 megajoules = 1 kilowatt hour
Gas Energy Units:
1 megajoule (MJ) = 1 million joules1 gigajoule (GJ) = 1 thousand megajoules1 terajoule (TJ) = 1 million megajoules1 petajoule (PJ) = 1 billion megajoules
Electricity Energy Units:
1 kilowatt hour (kWh) = 1 thousand watt hours1 megawatt hour (MWh) = 1 thousand kilowatt hours1 gigawatt hour (GWh) = 1 thousand megawatt hours
 

Q. How does the introduction of competition affect me?

Where competition has been introduced between different energy suppliers you are free to purchase your gas and electricity from any licensed retailer in your State.

Q. Do I have a choice?

Some States have already introduced competition, others have plans for the introduction of competition in the future.  

Q. If I change, will the quality of my supply be affected?

No. Your gas and electricity will continue to be supplied through your current distributor's gas pipes and electricity poles and wires. As it is the distributor who is responsible for the quality of your supply, there won't be any change.

Q. Can I change my distributor?

Only by moving to another area. A distributor is responsible for maintaining and operating gas pipes or electricity poles and wiring within a specific geographical location.

Q. What is a standing contract?

If you have not chosen a market or negotiated contract, you will still be on a 'Regulated' or 'Standing Offer' or 'Standard Form Contract' with your local or host retailer. This follows guidelines established by the relevant energy regulator in each State.

Q. What is a market or negotiated contract?

A market or negotiated contract is an agreement with an energy supplier of your choice.

Q. How do I choose a supplier?

There are several factors to consider: Price - The amount that appears on your gas or electricity bill is made up of several different components. These include distribution charges, regulated market charges, supply charges and GST as well as the cost of the energy used. When you're comparing costs, it's important to be sure that all of these are being taken into account.
Service - When you're busy running a business, you need reliable service. You also need a fast, reliable response when you have a question, or want advice or information.
Payment options - Can you make payments the way you prefer?
Environmental responsibility - Does the supplier support your own commitment to the environment?

Q. What is an NMI?
 

Your National Meter Identifier links your electricity meter with your premises. You can find it on your electricity bill.

Q. What is a DPI?

Your Delivery Point Identifier links your gas meter with your premises. You can find it on your gas bill.

Q. What is a MIRN?

Your Metering Identification Registration Number links your gas meter with your individual premises. MIRN is used in Victoria.

Q. What are energy and non-energy charges?

Energy charges relate to the actual gas or electricity consumed. All other recurring costs are defined as non-energy charges and are imposed or controlled by government, a regulator or network distributor.

Q. Does my bill include GST?

Yes. Gas and electricity charges are subject to GST.

QLD Electricty FAQ's

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Q. What changes?

From 1 March 2007, your electricity account is with AGL. You do not need to take any action – in fact, the only real difference you'll notice is the way your next electricity bill looks, with a new company name and logo.
 
It will be our role to provide you with electricity, send you your bill and deliver associated customer services.  While your retailer has changed, your electricity will continue to be distributed through ENERGEX Limited, which operates and owns the electricity distribution network in South East Queensland.

Q. How will this affect my electricity service?

Becoming an AGL customer will not change your electricity service or the quality of your supply of electricity. AGL will sell you electricity, while the distribution will still be handled by ENERGEX Limited.

Q. What do I do if I lose power or have an emergency?

If you should lose your electricity supply, call ENERGEX Limited on 13 62 62. For electricity emergencies, immediately call the Electricity Emergency Service on 13 19 62.

Q. I am on Direct Debit. Do I need to change any of those details?

Becoming an AGL customer will not affect your Direct Debit payments, so you don't need to change any details.

Q. What about paying my bill?

The most obvious change will be the appearance of your bill. Apart from that, payment options will stay the same for you. As a result of the changeover, ENERGEX Limited is required to collect payment for a short period. This may mean that you are asked to make cheques payable to, or will receive invoices from, ENERGEX Limited. For more information, please refer to your bill or feel free to call our friendly staff on 1300 309 327.

Q. Do I retain my concessions?

Yes. Your current concessions will stay the same.

Q. What will happen if I am paying off my air conditioning or hot water system with ENERGEX Limited?

There is no change to your payments and ENERGEX Limited will still validate your warranty.

Q. Is the Community Ambulance Cover levy affected?

No. This levy will still continue to be collected as normal.

Q. If I have natural gas, will AGL look after that too?

Once full retail competition (FRC) begins in July, we look forward to offering you exciting natural gas solutions for your home.

Q. Interested in one of our green options?

If you have any questions about AGL green products, please call us on 1300 305 245.

QLD Natural Gas FAQ's

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Q. Who is AGL?

AGL - Your New Natural Gas Retailer   AGL is a top 50 ASX listed company and is 100% shareholder owned. We employ over 1700 staff throughout Australia, including local staff at our Brisbane-based call centre.
AGL also has a strong focus on renewable energy.  In fact, we generate more renewable energy than any other non-government retailer in Australia, including investments in 11 hydro power stations and one wind farm.  

Q. Why has this change happened?

In April 2006, the Queensland Government announced its intention to make a number of changes to its Government Owned Corporations energy assets.  AGL has purchased Sun Gas Retail from the Queensland Government, effective from 1 February 2007.

Q. When does this change take effect?

Your natural gas account has been transferred to AGL from 1 February 2007.

Q. Who can I call for help?

For any enquiries relating to the sale or your transfer to AGL call us on 1300 305 245. Our customer service representatives will be pleased to assist you.   For any general enquiries about your natural gas account, call 1300 309 132.   If you are calling from overseas, please call +61 3 8633 6154.  

Q. How will this affect my natural gas service?

There is no change to your natural gas service.

Q. Will my gas supply quality change?

Nothing about your quality of supply of natural gas will change. AGL sells you your natural gas. The distribution and supply arrangements are unchanged.

Q. Do I have to do anything?

Your next natural gas bill will have a new company name and logo, but you can pay it in the same way you always have. Payment is required by the due date provided on the invoice.

Q. Do I retain my concessions?

Yes, your current concessions will stay the same.

Q. I am on direct debit; do I need to change any of those details?  

No, you will not need to make any changes to your direct debit details.

Q. Who should I call if there is a gas leak or emergency?

If you suspect a gas leak or emergency, immediately call the Gas Emergency Service on 1300 763 106.

Q. Will I have to get a new meter?

No, you will not need to replace any metering device.

Q. Will my bills still come quarterly?

Yes your meter will continue to be read quarterly, and your billing frequency will not change.

Q. What about my bill? Will it change?

The most obvious change to your bill will be the paper it is printed on; all customer and usage details will remain the same.

Q. What about my electricity? Will AGL look after that too?

At this stage AGL looks after your natural gas, however we look forward to offering you more exciting electricity solutions for your home in the near future.

Q. Can I choose another gas retailer?

The energy market will open for competition in July 2007. From that time onwards, other retailers will be able to sell you your natural gas.

Q. What about my LPG?

AGL will only be supplying you and billing you for your natural gas consumption.  

Q. Will this affect the price I pay for natural gas?

Your current natural gas rates will remain the same.

QLD General FAQ's

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Q. Arrange for a gas connection

You can arrange connection by calling our Contact Centre 1300 309 132. Please have the full address of your new premises, identification, such as your drivers licence number, name and address of your work and at least one contact phone number available.

Q. Difficulty in paying account

Please call our Contact Centre on 1300 309 132 before the due date of your next account to discuss payment terms. 

Q. Moving premises

You are able to finalise your account by calling our Contact Centre on 1300 309 132.   Note if you are having your premise cleaned or having work carried out after you move, we will need to take the final meter reading after the work is completed.   If you are moving to new premises, you will need to establish whether AGL natural gas is available in your area.  As a guide, AGL natural gas is available in 'pockets' south of the Brisbane River, the Gold Coast and Toowoomba.   Alternatively, call our Contact Centre on 1300 309 132.  Please have your current account number and full address of the premises you are moving to available.

Q. Paying by credit card

AGL accepts MasterCard and VISA.  You can pay your gas account by calling in 1300 309 132.  Please have your account number, your credit card number, the expiry date of your credit card and the amount you wish to pay available.   This payment option is available if your gas account is under $1000.  

Q. My account seems too high  

Your account will be higher during the cooler months as you use more gas for heating requirements.  For example during winter the ambient temperature of water is cooler than in summer, therefore your hot water system needs more heat to raise the water temperature to a desired level.   Your account will vary according to the number of appliances you use and the time of year.  During the warmer months you may use less hot water and heating.

Q. Can AGL supply my electricity?

At this point in time, your gas and electricity account will continue to remain separate.  However AGL, is committed to bringing you a both gas and energy solutions for all your energy requirements, in the near future.

Q. Feedback and Complaints  

AGL has a complaints management process that is administered and managed by the Customer Advocacy department. They can assist you by resolving any concerns or complaints you may have with regard to your experience with AGL. This includes the recording, analysing and reporting (both internal and external) of customer complaints.   Should you have an enquiry or complaint, in the first instance, please contact AGL on:
  • Qld and Northern NSW Gas Account Enquiries 1300 309 132
  • Queensland Electricity Account Enquiries 1300 309 327

All operators are trained to handle your complaint, and if it cannot be resolved immediately, you have the right at any time to request that your complaint be escalated to the next level of management. You can make your complaint via telephone or in writing, and you can also use the online enquiry form to contact us.

In each State, customers who have first tried to resolve their complaint with AGL and who are not satisfied with the outcome, may wish to contact the Energy Ombudsman in their State to have the matter reviewed. From July 1, the Queensland Energy Ombudsman can be contacted on 1800 662 837 and they will be able to assist with free and independent advice to help you resolve your concerns.

With the move to competition the Queensland Government have established a free and independent service to provide advice on what the changes may mean for you. Further information on 'The Power To Choose' can be obtained by calling 1800 657 567 or through the website at http://www.thepowertochoose.qld.gov.au/

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