What Renewables Ready means and why your energy choices matter more than ever.
Australia is quickly progressing towards a renewable-powered electricity grid. Households and businesses must understand what this transition means and how to prepare for it.
But this shift isn’t only about adopting new technologies; it’s also about adapting your daily habits.
Why the shift?
The current reliance on fossil fuels has led to significant carbon emissions, contributing to global warming and extreme weather conditions like wildfires and floods.
Moving towards renewable sources, including solar and wind (which Australia has in abundance), can reduce your carbon footprint and pave the way for a cleaner, more resilient energy system (and lower bills).
What is “Renewables Ready” all about?
Preparing for renewable energy means adapting how and when you use energy to align with its availability. Unlike fossil fuels, renewable energy sources aren’t always accessible on demand – solar power depends on sunlight and wind on windy conditions. Ultimately, you need to adjust your energy practices to match the unpredictable nature of renewable energy sources.
Steps to prepare for the energy transition:
- Understand your energy usage: Start by monitoring how much energy you use and when. This awareness is the first step towards shifting your usage to cheaper, cleaner times. The ‘Insights’ page in the EnergyFlex app provides detailed data into how you use energy and identifies the best and worst times to power up (or down).
- Adopt energy efficiency: Upgrade to energy-efficient appliances and implement practices not only to reduce overall consumption but also to lower the dependency on non-renewable sources during peak times.
- Energy flexibility: Adjust your energy use according to the availability of renewable sources. This may mean running high-energy appliances like dishwashers or washing machines when the sun is shining and renewable energy production is at its peak.
The bigger picture.
If we don’t shift our energy habits, future generations may face higher energy costs and a deteriorating environment. The goal is to move away from fossil-fuelled electricity for heating, cooking, and other daily activities to reduce greenhouse gases and save on energy bills in the long run.
Remember, becoming Renewables Ready is more than a personal choice – it’s a community movement. Each step you take makes a difference, no matter how big or small.
Get your personalised EnergyFlex Rating today and begin your journey to becoming Renewables Ready!
