Progress
for the
way
we all live

Progress
for the
way
we all live |

Energy allows us to do incredible things. That’s why we’re committed
to making progress for our shared future.

AGL - Progress for Life

AGL is an Australian company that’s been powering households and businesses for over 180 years, and we’re proud to be helping lead in Australia’s transition to clean, affordable and reliable energy.

We’re backing the technologies and innovations that will shape Australia’s future and committing to initiatives that make life better for our communities, our planet, and our customers.

The Energy Within Australia

Cooking in Yiayia's kitchen

Helen Dedes is an AGL customer and features in our latest TV commercial. She shares her journey from Greek immigrant and former restauranteur to social media sensation.

Progress Your Home 8 min read

More than just a beer: the story of Young Henrys

Sydney brewing phenomenon and AGL business customer, Young Henrys, featured in our recent TV commercial and shared their story of progress.

Progress Your Work 5 min read

People powered progress

Shining a light on our people

For almost two centuries, AGL has been powering Australia. But our longevity, the essential services we provide, and the steps we’re taking into the future, are all down to our people.

Progress Published on The Hub

The father-son duo from AGL Torrens

AGL has a long and storied history in Australia – we’re 184 years old. And for many people, it’s almost a family business – just ask Jim and Jonathan Schroeter

Progress Published on The Hub

People-powered progress at Silverton

Broken Hill is one of the oldest cities in Australia. The Silver City has been a mining town for more than a century. And now, they're mining the wind.

Progress Published on The Hub

Michael Duck is following in his dad's footsteps at AGL Macquarie

Michael Duck drives ten minutes into work each day – the same ten minutes his dad drove for 30 years to his job at AGL Macquarie.

Progress Published on The Hub

Powering Australians

How to take control of your energy

Energy bills can be a source of unexpected surprises. Here’s how tools like live data and DIY meter reads are helping to make things clearer.

Energy Progress 7 min read

Giving customers greater control with Energy Alerts

In an Australian-first for the energy sector, AGL is helping customers keep on top of their energy usage by enabling Energy Alerts through Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant.

Progress 8 min read Published on The Hub

What does it mean to put customers first?

AGL is one of Australia’s oldest companies and as an essential service provider, we have a daily impact on our customers’ lives.

Progress 9 min read Published on The Hub

Keep cool in summer without blowing your energy bill

Energy expert, Tim Forcey, shares five ways to lower your summer energy bill without sacrificing comfort.

Your Home 8 min read

Progress for life

Hear from AGL’s CEO, Brett Redman about what ‘Progress for life’
means for our customers and communities.

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0:00 – 0:08 Montage of AGL power generation sites, and AGL staff walking at these sites.

0:00 – 0:08 [Music starts playing] Brett Redman, AGL CEO starts speaking: “We’re in the middle of a massive transition, whether it’s through change in government regulation, change in technology…”

0:08 – 0:13 AGL’s CEO, Brett Redman, speaking from an AGL office location, looking directly at the camera.

0:08 – 0:13 Brett continues: “…change in customer expectations, change in the way we simply operate.”

0:13 – 0:22 Montage of AGL employees and power generation sites including a solar farm, wind farm, and coal power station.

0:13 – 0:22 “We need to think about what’s our role to play in the community and for our customers. Having a sense of purpose is a way of navigating into that future.”

0:22 – 0:24 Brett Redman sits faced towards the camera and continues speaking.

0:22 – 0:24 “Our new purpose is about ‘Progress for life’.”

0:24 – 0:29 “It’s about doing things, it’s about taking action.”

0:24 – 0:29 Clips of footage show AGL employees working at various sites, both indoors and outdoors.

0:29 – 0:31 “Our new purpose gives us a clear vision…”

0:29 – 0:31 Brett Redman continues to address the camera.

0:31 – 0:35 “…about what we want to be and where we want to head.”

0:31 – 0:35 Aerial footage of AGL power generation sites is shown including a wind farm, coal power plant, and solar panels.

0:35 – 0:37 “This is all about building a way into the future…”

0:35 – 0:37 Brett Redman continues to speak.

0:37 – 0:39 “…that makes AGL a company that we can be proud of.”

0:37 – 0:39 Close up and aerial footage of solar panels, followed by an aerial view of a power station.

0:39 – 0:45 [Music fades out]

0:39 – 0:45 Footage fades to white and an AGL logo appears in the centre of the screen. The words “Progress for life” are displayed underneath the AGL logo.

Generation and innovation

The future’s bright for solar home battery owners

Whatever your reasons for investing in a home battery system, there are ways to get more out of your battery and unlock even more value.

Energy 4 min read

Firm support for an evolving energy mix

We're Australia’s largest private developer of renewable energy assets, and we're well placed to be the biggest developer of the firming capacity we need to support that energy.

Progress 8 min read Published on The Hub

Spotlight on AGL's Hydroelectricity assets

AGL’s hydro assets generate electricity to meet peak customer demand, and its ability to respond to rapid changes in demand is extremely valuable.

Progress 8 min read Published on The Hub

A history fuelled by innovation

Proudly Australian for over 180 years, we’re committed to providing safe, sustainable and affordable energy.

Progress 8 min read Published on The Hub

Building a better energy future

How batteries are changing the way you manage your solar

AGL’s Virtual Power Plant is the next frontier for storing and using solar power.

Energy Progress 7 min read

Scalable solar: a solution for remote locations?

The bespoke Santos solar farm in Whyalla, SA that's big enough to power 500 Australian homes and families.

Progress 8 min read Published on The Hub

Electric vehicles and the broader energy ecosystem

The combination of EVs with renewable energy generation, presents a substantial opportunity to deliver emissions reductions in Australia.

Progress 6 min read Published on The Hub

Conducting an orchestra of solar and batteries

By 2025, about 150,000 residential battery systems will be installed and that provides a huge opportunity to change the way Aussies consume power.

Progress 3 min read Published on The Hub

Supporting our communities

A lifetime in generation

After 52 years in the power industry and an early retirement, Kevin Bennett is still a part of the Loy Yang AGL team at 70.

Progress 4 min read Published on The Hub

Supporting country women

Droughts are devastating. When our farmers do it tough, everyone hurts – farmers, families, towns.

Progress 5 min read Published on The Hub

Powering Pride in Gippsland

Three years ago, a rainbow lit up AGL Loy Yang’s large 110m cooling tower in support of the first ever Gippsland Pride Cup.

Progress 3 min read Published on The Hub

Giving back to the community

Volunteering – and giving back to the community more broadly – is an important value to AGL. It delivers positive social outcomes for the community.

Progress 5 min read Published on The Hub

Get rewarded for being with AGL

Discover hundreds of great rewards across our range of popular categories including shopping, experiences and accommodation. It's our way of saying thanks.

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Building a better energy future

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Browse topics

Helpful links

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