FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THURSDAY 13 FEBRUARY 2025
RADIO GRABS ATTACHED: Aussie household battery systems grow by almost one-third
Pre-recorded audio grabs with additional comments from Andrew Stock are available here.
The interim update of the Climate Council’s Momentum Monitor has found the number of household battery systems have grown 30% since 2023.
Climate Council Fellow and energy expert, Andrew Stock, said: "Batteries are having their moment. Latest numbers from the Climate Council's Momentum Monitor found the number of household battery systems have grown by almost a third since 2023. The Australian Energy Market Operator's findings that batteries powered Australians 91 percent more in the last quarter compared to the same time in 2023 demonstrate their impressive growth over the last twelve months.
"Batteries continue playing a meaningful role in our energy system, with grid-scale battery capacity increasing by 50 percent since this time last year. They have already provided power during periods of high demand, acting as a shock absorber, and a secure grid calls for more of them.
"As the closure date for coal-fired power stations inches closer, there's an urgent need to invest in the lowest cost, fastest replacement – renewable energy from wind and solar paired with storage, like batteries, to provide reliable renewable power 24/7. Renewable electricity generation in the main national grid is hitting record highs. Any excess solar and wind energy we can soak up will keep helping renewables power our homes and businesses around the clock, and see more Australians cash in on the benefits by reducing our reliance on grid power during the evening when electricity prices are more expensive."
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