Xenophon announces energy co-op to lower SA power bills

23 February 2018

Modern Australian

An exciting plan to lower power prices using the co-operative model of community electricity trusts has been announced by SA BEST leader Nick Xenophon.

“The co-operative model has an internationally proven track record for delivering services,” said Business Council of Cooperatives and Mutuals CEO Melina Morrison.

“The co-operative energy model is already being deployed in countries around the world, including the USA, Germany and Denmark.”

The Senator-turned-candidate for SA State Premier is proposing to use the internationally proven co-operative business model to lower SA power prices by 20%.

Read the full article, Xenophon announces energy co-op to lower SA power bills, Modern Australian, 23 February 2018

 

 

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