A collection of articles curated to help you live harmoniously with energy.
If the "did I turn off the oven before I left home?" panic is a regular part of your routine, you're not alone. This common anxiety about forgotten appliances or devices affects millions of people worldwide. Discover how modern smart home technology can help you overcome this worry with unified control and monitoring, ensuring your home is safe and your mind is at ease.
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Basis Team
Electrical safety often gets overlooked, but it's crucial for a safe and comfortable home. Traditional electrical systems are reactive, meaning problems often go unnoticed until they become dangerous. See how Basis is changing this with the Basis Smart Panel and Basis Home app, the world's first fully digitised energy safety system.
Basis
Basis Team
The traditional switchboard stops your home from true energy efficiency. In this article, we’ll explore the limitations of old-fashioned panels and explain why even 'smart' devices you attach to them often fall short of offering a truly integrated solution. We’ll offer a glimpse into the future of smarter, safer energy management, with solutions like the Basis Smart Panel designed to provide real-time insights, deliver cost savings, and offer complete peace of mind.
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Basis Team
Smarter energy management begins with the experts you trust. Our Basis Partner Electricians are a hand-picked group of sparkies who’ve completed exclusive training to install and configure the Basis smart panel, guaranteeing precision, safety, and peak performance. Ready to elevate your home’s efficiency? Discover certified partners near you, or learn how to become a Basis installer yourself and join New Zealand’s premier network of energy innovators.
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Basis Team
Often overlooked, your electrical panel is vital to powering your home and keeping your family, pets and possessions safe. As our lifestyles evolve and energy demands increase, ensuring your panel is up to the task is crucial.
Stephanie Milnes
Senior Talent Advisor
Ever had that eerie moment when the lights flicker? While it might be tempting to brush it off as a spooky coincidence, it could actually be a sign of an underlying electrical problem. In this article, we'll delve into the world of home electrical safety, exploring the potential dangers of electrical faults and providing practical tips to keep your home secure
Stephanie Milnes
Senior Talent Advisor
Basis has been awarded a coveted Ārohia Trailblazer Grant by Callaghan Innovation. We stood out among the 86 applicants for our exceptional application and demonstrated potential for groundbreaking innovation. The panel commended Basis for our strong market traction, substantial investment, and high-calibre team, reinforcing our belief in the company's ability to impact the electricity market significantly.
Zaina Razzaq
Head of Marketing
Curious about how electricity prices are set? In New Zealand and Australia, multiple factors determine what you pay, from wholesale markets to retail plans and even the role of smart meters. Learn how electricity travels from power plants to your home and how the journey influences your power bill.
Zaina Razzaq
Head of Marketing