SA’s ZEN Energy Collapse: What It Means for C&I Businesses on Default Contracts
After the 2026 collapse of ZEN Energy left South Australian businesses on AGL’s default contracts , many faced higher energy costs. This article explains why the default market offer is rarely competitive, shows how volatile wholesale prices contributed to ZEN’s downfall , and outlines how Electricity Brokers’ bulk tenders can secure better deals for supermarkets and other C&I clients.