About this eBook

The energy sector is being challenged by a major push towards renewable energy and continuing demand for reliable and affordable electricity. With over a fifth of all homes already equipped with solar system, Australia is experiencing one of the world’s highest uptake of home solar energy. By 2050 it is expected that almost half of all electricity generated in Australia will be delivered through Distributed Energy Resources, such as rooftop solar and household batteries. The traditional centralised energy supply model is being disrupted by renewable energy sources that are geographically dispersed. While there are clear benefits for integrating DER assets into the grid, it also poses technical, regulatory and business model challenges.