What will we do when the sun doesn’t shine as much as usual and the wind doesn’t blow enough – the unpredictable periods of renewable drought called dunkelflaute (a German term meaning “dark doldrums”)? That’s long been one of the major challenges facing the global energy sector as it works to transition toward a future… Read More
Is the energy sector getting more heat than it deserves?
Most Australians are acutely aware of the cost of living, with many households constantly weighing up whether they can afford discretionary spending, and some being forced to compromise to make ends meet. There has been a significant shift in Australia’s cost-of-living landscape over the past decade, from what were relatively stable prices in 2015 to… Read More
The future is now: How energy-saving technologies are transforming households in 2025
Almost every household could instantly reduce its energy use by implementing energy-saving technologies. One international study found that many households could reduce their energy consumption by up to 50% by implementing comprehensive energy efficiency measures! From smart thermostats to solar storage, homeowners around the world are combining behaviour shifts with cutting-edge smart home technologies to… Read More
Why Now Is the Best Time to Install a Battery: Unlock 30% Rebates + State VPP Incentives
Australia is entering a new era of home energy and homeowners are being encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity. Australia has already firmly established itself as a world leader in the adoption of rooftop solar and the next frontier is battery storage. Combining battery storage with rooftop solar helps households cut bills, boost energy… Read More
Breaking down how much electricity your appliances use
According to Canstar Blue, the average four-person household in Australia pays around $1,680 each year to use something like 4,000 kWh of electricity. Of course, your household consumption and bills can vary greatly from that average for many reasons, including where you live – electricity is cheaper in Victoria than it is in South Australia,… Read More
The 6 main challenges facing the Australian energy market
A couple of weeks ago, we wrote about 10 things the Australian energy market has going for it. If you haven’t read that, we suggest that you do before reading on … but, to sum it up in a few words, the foundations are solid. As we continue this look at the Australian energy market,… Read More