Cost of Living

For some households with embedded networks it can be close to impossible, or very expensive, to exit the network.

Energy efficiency upgrades reduce household energy bills and can make houses healthier and more comfortable.

We are concerned that Victorians on low-incomes and with additional energy-related needs could miss out on their benefits and protections.

VCOSS submission to the Senate inquiry into the adequacy of Newstart and related payments VCOSS joins the call of economists,

Response to Essential Services Commission Issues Paper Ensuring energy contracts are clear and fair These proposed reforms come on the

Response to draft Orders in Council on the Victorian Default Offer  Joint submission by the Victorian Council of Social Service,

Response to ESC draft decision on Energy Retail Code changes The Victorian Council of Social Service (VCOSS) welcomes consultation by

Response to the Essential Services Commission draft advice on the Victorian Default Offer methodology Joint submission by the Victorian Council

The new Victorian energy fact sheet will replace existing price and product information statements and offer summaries.

A deliberately confusing and complex electricity market is allowing retailers to charge Victorians more.

VCOSS welcomes these changes to the feed-in tariff methodology.

VCOSS response to ACCC discussion paper on electricity supply monitoring

VCOSS is concerned the VEU program is under-used by people on low incomes, renters and people with health and disability

This report estimates 180,000 Victorian households (7.3%) experience persistent payment difficulty.

Is a 'Basic Standing Offer' for power users a good idea?