100% Possible?

Change is happening across the network as we move towards net zero. We want to electrify everything, but do we even know how to run our grid on 100% renewables? And what will it take to get there? Useful Resources: What will the energy transition look like? Where all good change starts

A Sporting Chance

The sports industry is not immune to the challenges we face due to climate change. However there is a growing push to help sporting clubs reduce their carbon footprint and become more energy efficient. So what does it take to go green, on and off the field? Useful Resources: The transition of spor…

Big Battery Power

Large-scale solar and wind are vital to the future of our energy network. However if we want to transition to a fully renewable grid, we need to find a way to store the excess energy we get from wind and solar, so we can keep the lights on at night. That means we need batteries, and a lot of them. …

An Intelligent Grid

Artificial intelligence may sound like an idea from science fiction, but it’s being used every day to unlock new opportunities across our energy grid. Whether it’s smart charging, smart appliances, or even virtual power plants, the electricity grid of the future could deliver new possibilities for …

The Cost Of Change

The transition to renewables is accelerating, and staying informed has never been more important. However, one issue at the top of every consumer's mind is the cost. We all want to play our part in the energy transition, but how much will that impact our wallets? So Watt? is brought to you by Orig…

The Big Shutdown

As we move towards net-zero we will need to move away from the traditional energy sources that have kept our lights on for generations. But how do you shut down Australia’s largest coal-fired power plant without causing problems for the rest of the energy grid? So Watt? is brought to you by Origin…

Season 2: How To Run A Grid On Renewables

Transitioning our electricity grid towards renewables is one of the most important and complex challenges of our time. But what does it take to shift an entire grid to renewables? In Season 2 of So Watt? we explore how the transition to renewable energy will actually work, from the people on the gr…

Everyone’s Connected

Have you ever wanted to be part of something bigger? Technology and AI is enabling the creation of virtual power plants (VPPs) that connect your home battery to a network of smart devices, and export your stored renewable energy to the grid when it’s needed. So why would you want to be part of a VP…

All Charged Up

Batteries have the potential to change the way we use energy in our homes. They allow us to store solar energy and give us access to that power at night. They’re also becoming increasingly important to keep our entire energy network operational. But should you go out and invest in a home battery ri…

Sunny Side Up

Australians love solar. In fact, more than 3 million homes already have panels installed. So what is it about solar that we love so much? What should we look for when installing rooftop solar? And how are we able to take heat from the sun and convert it into free power? So Watt? is brought to you …