โšก C&I Energy Guide

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Commercial & Industrial
energy

If you look after energy for a business that consumes significant power, you already know it isn't a back-office problem. Without the right partner, you lose time, leverage, and the chance to turn energy into a strategic advantage.

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6,500+
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01 โ€” The Problem

7 energy pressure points
for C&I businesses

For sites consuming ~100 MWh per annum or spending more than $3,000/month, energy procurement carries both technical and financial weight.

01

Wholesale market volatility

Prices move daily. Macro trends, political events and forward curves make keeping up a never-ending job โ€” not a once-a-year task.

02

Energy complexity

Different states, retailers, tariffs, contract end-dates and meter types all need tracking. One missed renewal drops a site onto a default rate overnight.

03

Internal governance

CFOs want forecast certainty. Operations want continuity. Sustainability wants greener supply. Energy renewal is often a once-every-contract scramble, not an ongoing strategy.

04

ESG & reporting

NABERS, Climate Active and mandatory climate disclosure keep raising the bar. Gathering defensible data is a multi-layered admin affair.

05

Demand & capacity

Aging infrastructure quietly impacts peak demand and capacity charges. Without analytics, leaks stay invisible until the increased bill arrives.

06

Tariff & network change

Network tariffs evolve, time-of-use windows shift, and new charges appear. Staying current is a job by itself.

07

Energy efficiency transition

Solar, batteries, EV charging, heat pumps, LED lighting โ€” every business case requires modelling, vendor due diligence and up-the-line approval.

"The wrong energy partner doesn't just cost you cents per kWh. They cost you time, leverage and your energy efficiency opportunity."
02 โ€” Our Approach

Everything energy

At Zembl, we believe energy is bigger than the bill. You don't just secure a competitive contract โ€” you get a team that delivers savings, intelligence and efficiency together.

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Pillar 1

Energy procurement

In-depth tendering to secure competitive rates from a leading retailer network โ€” followed by ongoing in-contract service that keeps your account efficient and costs predictable.

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Pillar 2

Energy support

Analytics, expense forecasting and reporting through your dedicated Zembl Energy Portal. Powered by a technologically advanced platform, delivered by your dedicated Account Manager.

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Pillar 3

Energy efficiency

A trusted partner network. From solar and batteries to LEDs and power factor correction, helping you use less and pay less, year on year.

03 โ€” Why It Matters

3 wins of energy efficiency
for all businesses

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Cost savings

Simple changes โ€” updating lighting, upgrading equipment, or turning off machines at the wall โ€” can make a huge impact on the bottom line.

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Environmental benefits

Reduced consumption translates to a lighter carbon footprint. In an era where CSR is a major consideration, eco-credentials are invaluable.

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Brand appeal

Brands that promote energy efficiency show the world they're forward-thinking and responsible. Today's consumer puts environmentally active brands highest on their purchase list.

04 โ€” How It Works

Energy procurement done right

For more than 15 years, Zembl has helped Australian businesses secure better energy contracts. We're the market leader by tender volume โ€” and what happens after signing is where great results are realised.

01

Sign an LOA

A Letter of Authority gives us your permission to go to market on your behalf. All we need from you is a quick signature to kick things off.

02

We go to market

We do all the legwork to secure commercial energy prices from our trusted retailer panel via an in-depth, cost and obligation-free tendering service.

03

Review & switch

The best options are presented to you. Once you're happy, we'll act on your behalf with your chosen retailer to set your new contract in motion.

04

Renewal o'clock

13 months out from renewal, we'll start engaging with you to ensure your next energy contract is a competitive one that works for your business.

"Building a long-term energy relationship with an expert means your procurement isn't reactive, it's strategic."
  • AccuracyAn expert in your corner โ€” not just spotting errors but correcting them on your behalf.
  • OptimisationWhen business loads or tariffs change, they get noticed and acted on, saving thousands in unnecessary cost.
  • Long-view gainsA long-term energy relationship means your procurement gets even more strategic over time.
05 โ€” In-Contract Service

6 things you get in-contract

Our in-contract service isn't feel-good fluff โ€” it's genuine focus, support and proactivity on your energy account. Every month it returns tens of thousands to the bottom lines of businesses we work with.

01

Account management

A named local team with deep expertise in Australian commercial energy markets. Your point of contact for everything energy โ€” not overseas, not a call centre.

02

Bi-annual bill validation

Every six months we confirm charges, flag errors and execute any retailer adjustments needed. This is how we stay accountable to the pricing we've arranged for you.

03

Annual Network Tariff Review

Every year we review your network tariffs to confirm you're on the most cost-effective option and identify anywhere you can reduce charges.

04

Energy expense forecasting

Annualised consumption forecasting reports to support your budgeting and planning conversations with finance โ€” and reduce surprises at key reporting periods.

05

Dedicated Energy Portal access

A single login for energy consumption dashboards, expense reports and meter-level insights across your entire network. All retailer bills uploaded and stored for easy access.

06

Energy optimisation

Proactive identification of energy efficiency opportunities, grounded in real-time data and consumption trends specific to your sites.

"Without proper support, even the best negotiated deal can unravel."
Energy Intelligence

What a Network Tariff Review can return

Every year of your contract, we review your network tariffs to confirm you're on the most cost-effective option for your usage profile.

$648K
Identified savings across 148 C&I sites in 7 months^
$648,067^
Total potential savings unlocked across 7 months
148^
C&I sites with a completed Network Tariff Review
$4,379^
Average annual saving per site reviewed

^Based on Zembl's annual Network Tariff Review service from 1 March 2025 โ€“ 30 September 2025 including GST. Savings vary based on individual site usage, network tariff structure, and distributor pricing.

06 โ€” Efficiency Suite

The Zembl efficiency suite

A six-strong toolkit, available to every Zembl customer, scoped to your network and prioritised by impact. We help you see the opportunity. Then we help you act on it.

01

Solar & battery storage

Solar to offset daytime usage. Batteries to ride out peak charges. Modelled against your actual consumption profile.

02

Energy audits

On-site or remote audits to identify the leaks, anomalies and opportunities that don't show on a tariff sheet.

03

LED lighting

Lighting upgrades that pay back fast and cleanly โ€” often the easiest first move for stakeholders to approve.

04

Heat pumps

Modern hot water and HVAC heat pumps replacing legacy gas or resistive systems. Lower running cost, lower emissions.

05

Power factor correction

Reduce demand charges and improve voltage stability โ€” particularly valuable for industrial sites with motor loads.

06

Suitability assessments

Independent recommendations based on your real consumption data, not generic vendor pitches. ROI you can put in front of your CFO.

07 โ€” Customer Stories

Results that speak for themselves

Energy Story

Burnfarmers saves $119K^

"We are a dairy farm, so a big consumer of power โ€” energy pricing impacts our business heavily."

Burnfarmers, a leading Australian dairy farm, overcame surging energy prices with Zembl's tailored energy solutions. Thanks to a partnership with EastAusMilk, Zembl helped secure $119,000 in cost savings, delivering fast, efficient service and improved operational efficiency.

Energy Story

Tresillian: $16K savings + $19.6K solar rebate^

Zembl's energy efficiency service facilitated Tresillian's solar installation project in collaboration with partner Solar Choice.

Zembl assisted Tresillian in securing a $19,686 STC rebate for their solar upgrade, with the 62.04 kW system expected to achieve a 3โ€“4 year payback and deliver projected annual savings of $17,899.

^Savings are estimates only and are based on comparing the customer's previous energy rates with the new rates arranged through Zembl, using the customer's historical usage data. Actual savings may vary. Past savings are not a guarantee of future outcomes.

08 โ€” Zembl Portal

Intelligence with
the Zembl Energy Portal

The Zembl Energy Portal aggregates and categorises your full meter network into a single, simple-to-use platform. It's the visibility your team needs, the reporting your stakeholders will accept, and the foundation for everything we recommend next.

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    Consolidated view

    See all your sites and spend in one place.

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    Contracts & invoices

    Download contracts, check invoices and stay audit-ready.

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    Data & usage insight

    Unearth opportunities to up efficiency and cut costs.

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    Sustainability metrics

    Keep track of your carbon footprint to meet ESG goals.

$991K
Total spend
6
Active sites
5.37
Avg c/kWh
90+
NPS score
09 โ€” Why Zembl

Why choose Zembl?

We aren't a comparison site. We aren't a one-and-done broker. We're a 100+ strong team of Australian energy specialists, with the platform, the partnerships and the in-contract service that makes energy procurement easier to run, defend and improve.

01

You get expertise

15 years in the market, over 100 local energy specialists, established relationships with a panel of leading Australian energy retailers and efficiency partners.

02

You get a platform

AI-powered analytics, expense forecasting, ESG-ready reporting and bulk invoice management through your dedicated Zembl Energy Portal.

03

You get a partner

Procurement, intelligence and efficiency under one roof โ€” with a dedicated Account Manager who stays for the life of your contract.

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