4. The power of batteries & microgrids

04/24/24 • 32 min

So, you've installed solar. Now what? This episode explores the next frontier of renewable energy: batteries, virtual power plants and microgrids. Battery storage is one of the best ways to get the most out of solar, whether you're storing it for your own use later or offering it up to the grid to be used by others. We talk with General Manager Electrification & Innovation at AGL, Jane Butler, about virtual power plants and stand-alone grids: how they work, their role in energy efficiency, when they’re right for your business, and what they could save you in the long run. Plus, a bonus segment with CEO James Diliberto from the engineering group AZZO on some systems they’ve installed and the results.

This episode is hosted by Taylor Hawkins and presented by AGL.

Visit the podcast website for more information including episode transcript: https://www.agl.com.au/netzeropathforbusiness

Check out the EEC’s Clean Energy Clean Demand 2023 Report: https://bit.ly/3JjD6Qe

Learn more about engineering group AZZO: azzo.com

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This episode is hosted by Taylor Hawkins and presented by AGL.

Visit the podcast website for more information including episode transcript: https://www.agl.com.au/netzeropathforbusiness

Check out the EEC’s Clean Energy Clean Demand 2023 Report: https://bit.ly/3JjD6Qe

Learn more about engineering group AZZO: azzo.com

Produced by The Peers Project. Visit thepeersproject.com to learn more.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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3. How (and when) to go solar

Living in one of the sunniest places on earth, going solar is a pretty appealing way to decarbonise. But what are the considerations for you as a business? And is it possible to make the switch to solar panels without costing you a lot of money? Today we explore the transition to solar energy with Josh Bower from AGL. Together, we discuss how to decide what system is right for your business, the incentives out there right now, things you should know before installing and what goes into best-practice maintenance. Plus, hear from the team at The Salvation Army on their original motivation for installing solar and what inspires them to continue down their path to decarbonisation.

This episode is hosted by Taylor Hawkins and presented by AGL.

Visit the podcast website for more information including episode transcript: https://www.agl.com.au/netzeropathforbusiness

Learn more about the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme: https://bit.ly/3xP0fr6

Learn more about the Large-scale Renewable Energy Target: https://bit.ly/3W1eGlZ

Check out all the Australian government incentives available: https://bit.ly/443oXQP

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5. To EV or not to EV (and how)

Rising fuel costs and net zero targets are making many consider switching to an EV. But what does driving electric look like in this country? In this episode, we look at the current state of charging and when it’s worth it for businesses to switch to an EV fleet for their decarbonisation. We’ll be asking Head of E-Mobility at AGL, Mabelle Reyes to unpack the options available for those looking to switch, digging into the benefits and considerations for electric vehicles and tips on how to make the transition as easy and painless as possible. Plus, a special appearance by BP Pulse to shed some light on EV adoption around the world and the future of charging here in Australia.

This episode is hosted by Taylor Hawkins and presented by AGL.

Visit the podcast website for more information including episode transcript: https://www.agl.com.au/netzeropathforbusiness

Learn more about the Australian government’s Electric Car Exemption: https://bit.ly/electric-car-exemptions-au

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