altogether academy.

designed for new strata managers

Key Learning Areas:

Introduction to Energy Management

• Understanding energy basics, including definitions, types, and key terms.
• Importance and benefits of energy management in strata properties, including regulatory and compliance requirements.

Strata Manager Energy Skills

• Essential energy skills for strata managers, including onboarding energy clients and identifying market segments and customer types.
• Understanding embedded networks, including the exemption scheme, benefits, and limitations.

Common Energy-Related Skills for Strata Managers

• Managing centralised hot water systems, focusing on technical understanding, energy efficiency, and troubleshooting.
• Skills in metering, including reading, analysis, billing, reporting, and compliance.

Dispute Resolution and Communication

• Engaging with the Ombudsman for dispute resolution, effective communication, and proper documentation.

designed for strata manager with an advanced knowledge of energy requirements

Key Learning Areas:

Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Charging Infrastructure

• The adoption of electric vehicles requires the development of EV charging infrastructure including dedicated backbone and load management, especially within strata communities. Ensuring sufficiently controlled charging stations and access to charging points is essential for supporting EV owners in multi-unit buildings.
• Understanding the infrastructure needs and solutions for integrating EV charging in strata properties, including common areas and parking spaces.

Solar Power and Battery Storage

• Solar energy, paired with advanced battery storage, allows for the generation and storage of renewable energy for later use and energy sharing opportunities. This can reduce reliance on the grid and provide energy savings for residents, especially in strata settings.
• Comprehending how solar power and battery storage systems can be deployed in strata buildings to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability.

Regulatory Updates and Advocacy for Strata Communities

• As innovation and renewable energy adoption increases, it’s crucial to update regulations and building codes to accommodate solar installations and EV charging infrastructure in strata properties. Advocating for policy changes helps ensure that all residents have access to these technologies.
• Understanding the importance of regulatory updates and advocacy to support the adoption of EVs and solar energy in multi-unit buildings.

helping to educate and innovate 

We provide a program that will educate, empower, and support all strata managers, while covering education topics such as: 

• embedded networks
• sustainable technology
• utility data
• government and policy reform
• and utility regulation

discuss your options

Altogether Group works with strata managers, bodies corporate and developers to design and manage embedded energy networks on behalf of communities. Customers can choose the type of arrangement they prefer as Altogether is an authorised energy retailer (licensed by The Australian Energy Regulator), an embedded network operator/manager, and an energy solutions partner.