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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Smart Energy Automation: Big Savings for Aussie Homes
As energy prices climb across the country, more Australians are looking for smarter, more sustainable ways to manage their power consumption. One of the most powerful tools in this shift? Automated smart home energy controls.
From real-time energy insights to wholesale pricing integration, this technology is giving homeowners more control than ever—cutting costs, improving sustainability, and making energy management virtually effortless.
Why Smart Energy Controls Matter in Australia
Rising electricity bills and a growing focus on sustainability have made energy efficiency a national priority. Australians are increasingly investing in smart home devices to manage consumption and reduce waste. Government incentives have only accelerated this trend, supporting the installation of energy-efficient systems and solar technologies.
In this context, automated smart controls—devices and systems that respond dynamically to occupancy, usage habits, and real-time electricity prices—are becoming a game-changer. Not only do they reduce bills, they optimise the way we use energy, supporting grid stability and environmental targets.
What Are Automated Smart Controls?
Automated smart controls include devices and platforms that intelligently manage energy use. These range from smart thermostats and plugs to integrated Home Energy Management Systems (HEMS). Here’s a quick snapshot of common technologies:
Smart meters: Track usage in real-time
Smart thermostats: Optimise HVAC based on occupancy
Smart plugs and appliances: Eliminate standby energy drain
Smart lighting: Use motion sensors and schedules
Smart heat pumps: Offer efficient, programmable heating and cooling
Solar inverters and batteries: Optimise on-site energy generation
HEMS platforms: Centralise and automate control of all devices
When combined, these tools can dramatically improve energy efficiency and reduce reliance on the grid.
Jousto’s Approach: Smart, Seamless, Strategic
South Australian company Jousto is leading the charge in integrated smart energy automation. Their approach centres around automated optimisation based on wholesale electricity market signals, offering advanced tools that go beyond typical smart home solutions.
Price-Based Automation
One of Jousto’s standout features is the ability to shift energy use to periods when wholesale electricity prices are low or negative. This is particularly powerful for high-use appliances like water heaters or pool pumps.
Solar Optimisation and Curtailment
For solar-powered homes, Jousto ensures that every kilowatt counts. It automatically redirects excess solar power to appliances or batteries, and—crucially—curtails exports during negative pricing periods. This maximises on-site solar usage and avoids penalties from oversupplying the grid.
Smart Battery Charging & Grid Sell-Back
Jousto also enables intelligent battery charging during low-price periods. When energy prices spike, stored power can be sold back to the grid—offering not just savings, but the potential to earn income from energy storage.
Energy Usage Insights
Real-time appliance-level data gives homeowners and short-stay hosts (like Airbnb operators) granular insights into consumption. These insights can shape smarter decisions and more efficient habits.
Broader Market Trends: What Else is Out There?
While Jousto’s solution is comprehensive, the wider Australian market offers an array of modular smart devices. A review of top Google search results reveals growing adoption of:
Smart Meters
Widely installed across Australian homes, smart meters provide the baseline data for most smart energy technologies. They enable time-of-use billing, track solar exports, and identify phantom loads.
Smart Thermostats
Devices like Emerald’s AC Link can reduce heating and cooling costs by up to 23%. Features like geofencing and self-learning algorithms adjust temperatures based on when you're home—and when you’re not.
Smart Appliances and Plugs
Modern appliances and smart plugs can be scheduled to operate when electricity is cheapest. For solar households, this often means running during daylight to consume self-generated energy.
Smart Lighting
Smart LED bulbs combined with motion sensors and scheduling can cut lighting costs by as much as 50%. While lighting isn't the biggest energy draw, the savings add up.
Smart Heat Pumps
These high-efficiency systems replace traditional hot water and climate control solutions. In some cases, families have slashed hot water bills by up to 80%.
The Role of HEMS: Centralising Smart Control
Home Energy Management Systems tie everything together. They monitor usage, apply automation rules, and align device operation with energy tariffs, solar availability, or grid needs. The real power of HEMS lies in integration—it enables homes to behave more like a self-sufficient microgrid.
Real-World Results: What Are Aussie Homes Saving?
Smart controls aren’t just theoretical. Case studies show that:
A Queensland family saved $200/year using a smart plug to manage gaming console standby.
A Hervey Bay homeowner cut energy bills by 20% using smart plugs during solar peak hours.
Households using smart thermostats have seen HVAC savings of 10–23% annually.
The Daniels family reduced hot water bills by 80% with a smart heat pump.
Smart LED upgrades cut lighting costs by 50–65%, even for councils and commercial setups.
Savings vary, but consistent patterns emerge: the more integrated the system, the higher the return.
What Sets Jousto Apart?
Compared to the broader market, Jousto’s strength lies in its wholesale market integration and full-suite automation. While many solutions rely on time-of-use retail tariffs, Jousto’s ability to respond to real-time market conditions makes it one of the most advanced systems available.
It’s particularly valuable for solar-plus-battery households, where the timing of usage and storage has a massive impact on bill outcomes—and even income potential.
Challenges and Considerations
Despite the benefits, several challenges still face smart home energy adoption:
Upfront costs: Devices and installation can be expensive, although rebates help.
Technical complexity: Less tech-savvy users may find full system integration daunting.
Privacy and data: Smart devices raise concerns around data collection and connectivity.
Interoperability: Ensuring all devices work together seamlessly remains a challenge.
The key? Choosing the right mix of controls tailored to each household's energy usage, budget, and goals.
The Road Ahead: Smart, Automated, Sustainable
Looking forward, smart home energy will continue to evolve with:
AI-driven learning: Predictive energy usage patterns
Greater solar uptake: More homes adopting solar + battery solutions
Grid participation: More homes feeding power back into the grid
Standardisation: Easier integration across platforms and brands
As these trends accelerate, the role of smart automation will be central to creating affordable, resilient, and sustainable energy systems at the household level.
Final Thoughts
Smart controls are no longer just nice-to-haves—they’re becoming essential tools in the battle against high energy costs. Whether through incremental upgrades like smart plugs or full-scale systems like Jousto, Australians now have more ways than ever to take charge of their power bills and carbon footprint.
With the right strategy, any household can benefit from the shift to smart energy—and help pave the way toward a cleaner, smarter energy future for Australia.
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