COTA SA's Climate Change Group is passionate about the actions that individuals can take, big or small, that helps to care for the planet. One of these actions is sharing stories and finding reliable sources of information that are balanced and easy to understand. Our Climate Change Group members will share stories and information that they find useful with the hope that you will find it useful too! Today, What to do about the new electricity prices:

On the 1st July, new (increased) electricity prices will come into effect. Your energy provider is required to tell you if you are on the best plan they can offer. However, they are NOT obliged to tell you if you can save money by switching to another provider. That is where energymadeeasy.gov.au comes in.

Look on a recent electricity bill and you will find an NMI (National Meter Identifier) number. Enter this number where requested on the website and answer a couple of simple questions. You will be provided with a list of plans from all suppliers serving your area, as well as the anticipated savings from each option.

Any further action on these options is entirely up to you. But it is comforting to know we can investigate alternatives and act accordingly.

The COTA SA Climate Change Group has identified the affordability of electricity as a significant issue for older people. If you want to chat about this topic, please contact us via the COTA SA reception desk on 08 8232 0422.