Auction Blitz - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is an Auction Blitz?
We will put our revolutionary auction platform, The Australian Energy Exchange (AEX) to the test with a dedicated blitz for businesses to take advantage of the downward pricing trend. Participating businesses will have their energy auction run during the Auction Blitz period to capitalise on group momentum and we take care of the rest! All you need to worry about is signing off on your result – the retailers will receive plenty of notice to get prepared for the big event!
Nationally, we have over 20 retailers we are inviting to the pricing event and they will be ready to bid for your business.
From first to last bid, the AEX Platform delivers an average of 6.8% in just ten minutes!
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Why is now a good time for an Auction Blitz?
Retail electricity prices for Commercial & Industrial customers have continued to decline and future prices remain in a downtrend. All states are at, or approaching, 2-year price lows. Price backwardation remains in excess of $20-$30/MWh from 2019 to 2022. Major reductions are noted for Calendar 2021. 2023 futures have also begun moving downwards but lack trading volume liquidity. We expect 2023 prices to reduce further. All the signs are there to lock in great pricing, so our Auction Blitz timing is designed to capitalise on this market trend.
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Why should I get involved?
If you have a contract due to renew in the next 9 months - you need to act fast before pricing starts moving upwards! An auction is one of the fastest way to secure the best deal taking advantage of maximum competition with minimal effort from you! The best part is you still get the final decision on which offer you choose!
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Why is this different to a group buy?
The Auction Blitz differs from a group buying event because it maximises the benefits of group power, but maintains the benefit of tailored results. The intention is for a high volume of clients being directed through the platform in a short 2-day period. However, each auction is individual, so every client benefits from the pricing being directly related to their load profile and contract needs. It also means there is no risk of pricing being pulled or reviewed under clauses relating to all parties needing to sign for pricing to remain valid. You are simply responsible for signing off on your own contract secured through the auction's results.
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Sounds too simple - what's the catch?
The greatest challenge clients face is being ready to sign off on their outcome quickly. The retailers truly put their best prices forward, which means they cannot offer long validity on the deals. If you commit to an auction, you need to be ready to take a deal. The decision of who you choose is completely up to you, but time is of the essence!
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Why is the Australian Energy Exchange so successful?
In plain terms, our reverse auction platform, The Australian Energy Exchange, is effectively a marketplace where large businesses, spending over $25,000/year, go to buy their electricity. It’s a successful marketplace because energy retailers are very active and engaged with it. For any marketplace to work, there needs to be plenty of buyers and sellers keen to do business. Energy Action pioneered the concept of reverse auctions for energy in Australia almost 20 years ago. We are just creating the opportunity to bring everyone together at a critical period in the energy industry.
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How does an Auction work? What's the process?
A reverse auction is a live event, where multiple energy suppliers bid on the same contract and terms and conditions within a fixed timeslot. Retailers can see each other’s bids, but not the bidding retailer's name, providing complete transparency and open competition between suppliers who can reduce their offering price.
Review your Requirements, Assess Options and Pre-Qualify for Auction
Basic billing information acquired from a recent energy bill is reviewed to ensure your energy contract is suited to an online reverse auction, which is for clients investing more than $25,000 per annum on electricity and classified as a large site. For energy investment below this level, sites are classified as a small site and are priced by tender.