Australia has so much solar that it's offering everyone free electricity
17 days ago
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- The Australian government proposes a 'Solar Sharer' program offering free electricity during peak solar generation hours.
- Australia has high solar power potential and has rapidly increased solar and wind energy, reducing reliance on coal.
- Solar power leads to variable electricity supply, with peak generation during midday when demand is low.
- Time-of-use electricity plans and batteries help manage supply-demand imbalances.
- The 'Solar Sharer' program aims to pass on savings from negative wholesale electricity prices to all consumers, including those without solar panels.
- The scheme encourages shifting electricity use to midday for activities like laundry, EV charging, and running pool pumps.
- The program will start in Queensland, New South Wales, and South Australia in July next year, expanding to other regions by 2027.
- The initiative could serve as a model for other countries transitioning to renewable energy.