POWER UP YOUR PROFITS & PURPOSE WITH PEER-TO-PEER ENERGY TRADING
Join the energy revolution with Jousto. Buy and sell electricity directly with other businesses and prosumers, slash your energy costs, and champion sustainability – even if you don't have solar panels.
THE NEW ENERGY FRONTIER: P2P TRADING EXPLAINED
WHAT IS PEER-TO-PEER ENERGY TRADING?
Peer-to-Peer (P2P) energy trading is revolutionising how businesses interact with electricity. Often described as the "Uber or Airbnb of energy," it creates a direct marketplace where businesses and individuals can buy and sell electricity between each other, bypassing traditional retailers as the sole intermediary.
With P2P trading, businesses with solar panels (prosumers) can sell their excess energy at better rates than standard feed-in tariffs. Meanwhile, businesses without solar can purchase locally-generated renewable energy, often at prices lower than standard retail rates.
This democratised approach puts you in control – you decide who you buy from, who you sell to, and at what price. It's a fundamental shift from being a passive energy consumer to becoming an active participant in a dynamic, local energy marketplace.
And the best part? You don't need to have solar panels to participate and benefit.
HOW P2P ENERGY TRADING WORKS WITH JOUSTO
Through our strategic partnership with Localvolts, Jousto makes P2P energy trading simple, accessible, and highly beneficial for your business.
P2P energy trading creates a direct marketplace between energy producers and consumers.
JOIN THE MARKETPLACE
Jousto helps your business register with Localvolts, an authorised electricity retailer with a transparent P2P marketplace. We handle the paperwork and technical setup, making onboarding seamless.
SET YOUR PREFERENCES
With Jousto's guidance, establish your buying or selling preferences. Choose specific trading partners, set price points, or opt for automatic optimisation to always get the best rates.
TRADE ENERGY
Buy energy directly from local solar producers or sell your excess generation. Every 5-minute interval, the platform matches buyers and sellers based on preferences, with the wholesale market as a backup.
OPTIMISE WITH AUTOMATION
Jousto's energy automation systems can dynamically adjust your consumption, storage, or generation in response to real-time market signals, maximising your financial benefits without manual intervention.
BENEFITS FOR EVERY BUSINESS
Whether you have solar panels or not, P2P energy trading offers significant advantages for your business.
REDUCE ENERGY COSTS
Access potentially lower energy rates by buying directly from local generators or the wholesale market. If you have solar, sell your excess at better prices than standard feed-in tariffs, creating a new revenue stream.
ENHANCE SUSTAINABILITY
Source renewable energy directly from local producers, reducing your carbon footprint and enhancing your ESG credentials. Demonstrate your commitment to sustainability with verifiable, traceable green energy procurement.
GAIN CONTROL & TRANSPARENCY
Take control of your energy procurement with complete visibility of pricing, sources, and usage patterns. Set your own prices for buying or selling, and access detailed analytics on your energy performance.
STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY TIES
Support local businesses and community members by trading energy within your network. Create meaningful connections and keep energy expenditure circulating in your local economy.
INCREASE ENERGY RESILIENCE
Reduce dependence on traditional energy retailers and volatile markets. Diversify your energy sources and gain greater stability in your energy supply and costs.
ACCESS MARKET INTELLIGENCE
Gain insights into energy market trends and patterns through detailed analytics. Make informed decisions about energy usage, procurement, and investment based on real data.
P2P TRADING BENEFITS: WITH OR WITHOUT SOLAR
P2P energy trading offers distinct yet complementary advantages for all businesses, regardless of whether you generate your own power.
| P2P Feature | Benefits If You HAVE Solar | Benefits If You DON'T Have Solar |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Energy Sales | Sell surplus energy at potentially higher rates than standard Feed-in Tariffs; create a new revenue stream. | Opportunity to become a preferred buyer for local generators, fostering stable supply relationships. |
| Local Energy Purchasing | Supplement your own generation during shortfalls by sourcing from other local P2P sellers at better rates than grid import. | Access locally generated renewable energy directly from community members or other businesses, often at costs lower than traditional retail tariffs. |
| Price Control | Set your own selling price for surplus energy, optimising returns based on market conditions. | Negotiate or select buy prices from P2P sellers; gain more control over energy expenditure and hedge against retail price volatility. |
| ESG Enhancement | Demonstrate leadership in clean energy generation and proactive participation in the shared energy economy. | Verifiably source local renewable energy, reduce your carbon footprint, and showcase commitment to local community and sustainable practices. |
| Community Connection | Become a local energy provider, supporting neighbours and other local businesses with your clean energy. | Directly support local renewable energy generators, strengthening local economic ties and community resilience. |
THE JOUSTO & LOCALVOLTS PARTNERSHIP
A POWERFUL ALLIANCE FOR YOUR ENERGY SUCCESS
Jousto has partnered with Localvolts, an Australian-owned, authorised electricity retailer that operates a transparent peer-to-peer electricity marketplace. This strategic collaboration combines Localvolts' innovative trading platform with Jousto's expertise in energy management and automation.
Localvolts provides the marketplace where you can buy and sell electricity, set your own prices, and choose your trading partners. Their platform offers complete transparency, with all charges and earnings passed through without markup.
Jousto enhances this experience by:
- Conducting comprehensive energy audits to identify P2P opportunities
- Providing strategic advice on optimal trading approaches
- Configuring your buy and sell preferences to align with your business objectives
- Implementing energy automation solutions that dynamically respond to market signals
- Offering ongoing support and optimisation to maximise your benefits
Together, we deliver a seamless, end-to-end P2P energy trading solution that makes sophisticated energy management accessible and beneficial for your business.
P2P ENERGY TRADING IN ACTION
Discover how different businesses and communities are leveraging P2P energy trading to achieve their goals.
MULTI-TENANT BUILDINGS
Building owners with rooftop solar can sell energy directly to their tenants. This provides tenants with access to cheaper, green energy and allows the building owner to recoup their solar investment more effectively.
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BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS TRADING
Businesses with large solar installations can sell excess energy to neighbouring businesses with limited roof space or higher energy demands, creating localised industrial energy ecosystems.
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COMMUNITY ENERGY PROJECTS
Community energy initiatives can use P2P trading to allow members to directly trade their share of generated energy or for the project to sell surplus to the wider local community or businesses.
Learn MoreFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No, you don't need solar panels to participate! While businesses with solar can sell their excess energy, any business can join as a buyer. Through platforms like Localvolts, you can purchase energy directly from local solar producers, often at rates more competitive than standard retail tariffs. This gives all businesses access to potentially cheaper, greener energy without the upfront investment in solar infrastructure.
P2P energy trading utilises the existing electricity grid infrastructure for the physical delivery of energy. When you buy energy from another participant, the electricity still flows through the traditional grid network. What changes is the commercial arrangement – instead of purchasing exclusively from a retailer, you're buying directly from other generators.
Localvolts, as an authorised electricity retailer, manages all the necessary interactions with the grid operators and market systems, ensuring compliance with regulations while enabling the peer-to-peer transactions. Network charges (the cost of using the grid) are transparently passed through to participants.
Localvolts operates on a transparent fee structure based on your business's annual imported energy consumption. For business customers in South Australia, the daily fees (inclusive of GST) are:
- Category 1 (Up to 40 MWh/year): $1.32 per day
- Category 2 (>40 MWh to 100 MWh/year): $2.42 per day
- Category 3 (>100 MWh to 160 MWh/year): $3.52 per day
- Category 4 (>160 MWh/year): $3.52 per day, plus 1% of the value of the imported energy
These are platform access fees; the actual cost of energy consumed will depend on the prices achieved in P2P trades or the wholesale spot market. All other charges (like network fees) are passed through without markup. Jousto can help you understand these costs in the context of your specific business and calculate the potential net savings.
Jousto enhances your P2P trading experience in several key ways:
- Energy Audits & Strategy: We analyse your current energy usage patterns and develop a tailored P2P strategy that aligns with your business objectives.
- Platform Setup & Configuration: We handle the technical aspects of joining Localvolts and configure your buying or selling preferences for optimal results.
- Intelligent Automation: Our energy automation systems can dynamically adjust your consumption, storage, or generation in response to real-time market signals, maximising financial benefits without requiring constant manual oversight.
- Ongoing Optimisation: We continuously monitor your P2P performance and refine your strategy as market conditions or your business needs evolve.
- Education & Support: We demystify the P2P process, providing clear explanations and responsive support throughout your journey.
Essentially, Jousto transforms what could be a complex technical undertaking into a straightforward, managed service that delivers tangible benefits for your business.
Yes, Localvolts operates as an authorised electricity retailer serving residential and business customers across multiple states, including South Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, the Australian Capital Territory, and Tasmania.
Jousto's P2P energy trading services are available to businesses throughout these regions, with particular expertise in the South Australian market. The specific regulatory frameworks and network tariffs may vary slightly between states, but the core benefits of P2P trading are accessible across these territories.
If you're interested in P2P trading for your business, contact Jousto for a consultation specific to your location and circumstances.
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Take the first step towards a smarter, more efficient, and more rewarding energy future. Contact Jousto today for a personalised consultation.
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Smart Energy Automation for Solar Battery & EV: How Aussie Businesses and Homeowners Are Saving More with Jousto
As solar adoption and electric vehicle (EV) ownership continue to surge across South Australia, one thing is clear—energy needs are changing fast. More power is being produced, stored, and consumed at the local level than ever before. But without the right automation, most homes and small businesses are missing out on serious savings and efficiency.
Enter smart energy automation—a powerful new way to control when, how, and where your solar energy is used. If you have solar, a battery, or an EV (or all three), Jousto can help you optimise your setup, reduce your power bills, and take advantage of real-time market pricing. And if you don’t? Now’s the time to start planning.
Let’s explore how smart automation works, how it applies to solar batteries and EV charging, and why South Australians are increasingly turning to Jousto for plug-and-play energy control.
The Challenge: Solar Without Automation = Missed Opportunities
Many Aussie homes and businesses have rooftop solar, but only a fraction are maximising the energy they generate. Why?
They export solar to the grid when prices are low
They charge batteries at inefficient times
They charge EVs during peak demand (and pricing)
They rely on fixed-rate energy plans that don’t reflect market conditions
The result? Higher bills, wasted solar, and lower return on investment.
Jousto solves this by introducing real-time intelligence to your energy system—without the complexity.
👉 Learn more: Jousto.com.au
What Is Smart Energy Automation?
Smart energy automation refers to technology and services that automatically manage your energy use based on:
Time of day
Weather patterns
Energy demand
Live electricity prices
Solar generation and battery levels
It includes devices like smart relays, EV chargers, load controllers, and cloud-based platforms that work together to lower your power bills and boost sustainability—without you lifting a finger.
How Jousto Makes It Simple for Aussies
Jousto is designed specifically for Australian SMEs and solar-savvy homeowners. Here’s what sets it apart:
✅ Local, Aussie-owned support
Unlike offshore platforms, Jousto provides customer service and energy optimisation designed for our market—including SA’s unique spot price challenges and solar incentives.
✅ ‘Do It For Me’ Setup
No tech headaches here. Jousto’s "Do it For Me" service includes setup, monitoring, and continuous optimisation.
✅ Devices + Data
With access to Australia’s NEM spot energy price and real-time data, Jousto automatically adjusts your energy use to maximise returns and reduce bills.
Smart Energy Automation Use Cases (That Work in SA)
1. Solar + Battery Automation
Let’s say your business has a 10kW solar array and a 13kWh battery. Without automation:
You may charge your battery when prices are low
Discharge when demand is minimal
Export solar at off-peak times
With Jousto:
You can automate charging only when prices are cheapest
Discharge the battery during peak pricing to avoid grid costs
Keep enough reserve for outages
2. EV Charging Smarts
EVs are one of the most energy-hungry appliances at home or work. With smart charging:
You charge during off-peak hours or when solar is abundant
Avoid peak grid draw (especially in the evening)
Manage multiple EVs in fleets
Jousto’s automation ensures EVs are topped up efficiently—without manual input.
3. SME Energy Budget Control
For cafés, clinics, and warehouses with unpredictable usage, smart energy automation helps balance:
Solar output
Device scheduling (e.g., freezers, air con, lighting)
Power price fluctuations
With Jousto, you get tailored scheduling tools and alerts to make sure your business isn’t bleeding energy costs.
👉 Explore Jousto’s Smart Device Shop: Shop Energy Devices
Benefits of Smart Automation for Solar and EV Users
🌞 Maximise Solar ROI
Your solar system’s ROI depends on when and how energy is used. Smart automation directs that power exactly where it’s needed—whether that’s battery charging, running your home, or topping up your EV.
⚡ Reduce Grid Dependence
By optimising load use and taking advantage of real-time pricing, you can reduce reliance on expensive grid power.
📊 Real-Time Visibility
Through the Jousto dashboard and alerts, you can track usage, battery status, and EV charging patterns.
📉 Lower Power Bills
By pairing automation with spot market responsiveness, customers can reduce bills by 20–40% over time.
🌱 Sustainability
Smart automation ensures more of your energy is sourced from renewables—supporting your green goals.
Jousto in Action: Real South Aussie Results
Adelaide café using Jousto saved 33% on energy bills in 6 months with solar + battery + smart automation.
Fleet manager in SA reduced EV charging costs by $1,000/month by charging off-peak.
Retail business in Norwood synced lighting and refrigeration with solar production and cut energy waste by 27%.
How Jousto’s ‘Do It For Me’ Model Works
Want automation but don’t want to manage it? That’s where Jousto’s Do It For Me service comes in.
It includes:
Review of your solar, battery, or EV setup
Matching your usage with real-time energy trends
Installing automation devices if needed
Ongoing monitoring and optimisation
Monthly performance reporting
And you’re never locked in. It’s flexibility with impact.
How to Get Started
Ready to take control of your energy future?
Visit jousto.com.au
Request a free energy review
Let us assess your solar, battery, or EV system
Start saving—automatically
Prefer to talk? Reach out via the contact form.
Smart Energy Automation FAQ (for South Aussies)
Q: Does Jousto work with my existing inverter or battery?
Yes, in most cases. We’re compatible with most major solar brands and battery models.
Q: Is there an app?
Yes, Jousto provides a web portal and app for real-time tracking, alerts, and usage insights.
Q: What’s the average ROI?
Most users see savings within 6–12 months, with long-term benefits increasing as energy prices rise.
Final Thoughts: Control, Savings, Simplicity
If you’re generating solar or charging EVs without smart automation, you’re leaving money on the table. Jousto turns solar and battery systems into smart energy ecosystems—automated, intelligent, and efficient.
Whether you’re a homeowner wanting to power your EV with solar, or a business owner tired of unpredictable bills, smart energy automation is the next logical step.
Let Jousto handle the heavy lifting, so you can focus on life and business—with peace of mind your energy is working for you.
👉 Book a free solar automation review now: https://jousto.com.au
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