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SwitchedOn Australia

RenewEconomy
Electrification
Renewable Energy
Electric Vehicles
Energy Efficiency
Rooftop Solar
Community Batteries
Australia
Energy Transition
Solar Power
Heat Pumps
Air Tightness
Solar Energy
Community Engagement
Unemployment Rates
Gas Industry
Local Energy Hubs
Sustainable Building Practices
Time-Of-Use Tariffs
Renew Economy
Australian Renewable Energy Agency

Join Anne Delaney as she tracks the electrification of everything with people at the forefront of the electrification transition.

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Latest Episodes

Australia’s electricity sector is decarbonising — but not fast enough. While the Renewable Energy Target has been doing the heavy lifting to incentivise the rollout of wind and solar, it doesn’t require fossil fuel generators to cut their emissions. ... more

Embedded networks — private electricity systems in apartments and housing communities — could become a cornerstone of Australia’s clean energy future, helping residents generate, store, and share renewable power. But without urgent reform, they risk ... more

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The federal government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program is being hailed as a clean energy win, cutting installation costs and driving more than a thousand new batteries into homes every day. But Reposit Power co-founder and CEO Dean Spaccavento calls... more

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Australia’s gas network rules are outdated — and consumers are paying the price. Energy Consumers Australia (ECA) warns that without reform, vulnerable households could be trapped in a ‘gas death spiral,’ facing ever-rising bills as others switch to ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Golo Maurer
Director of Bird Conservation Strategy at BirdLife Australia
BirdLife Australia
Episode: The game changing tool to protect birds in Australia’s renewable rollout
Ashley Bradshaw
Executive Manager of Analysis and Advocacy at Energy Consumers Australia
Energy Consumers Australia
Episode: Heat or eat? The alarming rise of energy hardship in Australia
Dr. Bjorn Sturmberg
Senior energy researcher and lead author of the ANU study into flexible demand
Australian National University
Episode: Why charging your electric vehicle at lunchtime will save on costly grid upgrades
Dr. Juliette Millbank
Leader of Totally Renewable Yackandandah
Totally Renewable Yackandandah
Episode: So you want to install a community battery? Try something simpler first
Mathew Charles-Jones
Leader of Totally Renewable Yackandandah
Totally Renewable Yackandandah
Episode: So you want to install a community battery? Try something simpler first
Jay Gordon
Energy finance analyst at the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis
Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis
Episode: We’ve been trying to fix rising electricity prices the wrong way
Natalie Collard
CEO of Farmers for Climate Action
Farmers for Climate Action
Episode: The future of farming - how renewables can reshape agriculture
David Byrne
Professor and Ritchie Chair of Economic Research at the University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Episode: Electricity plans should be as easy as ordering an uber
Dr. Andrea La Nauze
Associate Professor of Economics at Deakin University and the project's lead researcher
Deakin University
Episode: Trading solar: buying and selling solar power with neighbours and friends

Host

Anne Delaney
Host of SwitchedOn Australia, Anne Delaney focuses on the intersections of electrification and social justice in energy transitions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Great

    Provides great information for households on the great new energy technologies and what is happening all over Australia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ozscreamer
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great High Quality Information

    I listen to Switched On because the topics covered are really focused on the householder and the good things and the traps for you g players that are out there when you’re trying to electrify your home and get off Fossil Fuels. In addition to that they always get really high quality well informed people o. The show and the interviewer always asks the important questions without turning the interview i to a debate. All in all it’s just an excellent program.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julia little
    Australiaa year ago
  • Excellent programme

    This podcast provides great grass roots examples, commentary and information on the renewable energy transition from people who are actually getting out there and doing it. Valuable information enlighten’s the audience on all the hidden and unsuspected issues embedded in the existing system. Anne Delaney is to be congratulated on her journalistic skills and approaches for each podcast. Well done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MMJarman
    Australiaa year ago
  • Insightful, thoughtful and educational

    Well researched, with a broad range of insightful and expert guest speakers. Thoroughly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Connor & Katelyn
    Australiaa year ago
  • Education in all things Electrical - essential in this day & age.

    I’m listening to Switched On, to be totally Switched On!

    Great PodCast! Listen to every episode! Infact all of the Renew Economy PodCasts! 👍🤓

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wersula
    Australiaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the high-quality information on energy technologies and trends in Australia. They find the discussions insightful and enjoy the focus on grassroots examples and community initiatives.
The host is frequently praised for her excellent interviewing skills, engaging style, and ability to extract valuable insights from expert guests without turning the interviews into debates.
Many reviewers express the podcast's significant educational value, remarking on its informative nature and practical advice for households and communities navigating the energy transition.

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Q: How do you establish trust with your customers in the energy market?
By being transparent about pricing, putting customers in control of their devices, and ensuring they receive the full value of their energy assets.
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Q: How do you help customers unlock value out of their batteries and electric vehicles?
By giving them direct access to the wholesale energy market and optimizing their energy usage with a subscription fee model.
We’ve been trying to fix rising electricity prices the wrong way
Q: What solutions should we focus on to reduce the cost of electricity?
Investing in home energy upgrades, such as thermal efficiency improvements and switching to efficient electric appliances, has been identified as the most effective long-term solution for reducing household energy bills.
We’ve been trying to fix rising electricity prices the wrong way
Q: Why are Australian households continuing to see rising energy bills when wholesale electricity prices are at record lows during the middle of the day?
Several factors are putting upward pressure on prices, including rising cost of fossil fuels, high costs associated with electricity networks, and inefficient energy usage in homes. Even though wholesale prices are low, overall energy consumption remains high.

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Content focuses on the urgent transformation of energy systems, specifically through the lens of electrification and renewable energy transition in Australia. Episodes highlight various aspects including energy policy, community engagement, consumer behavior in energy choices, and innovative projects that aim to democratize energy access. Unique discussions about how energy intersects with social justice and the challenges faced by local communities add depth to the dialogues, making it particularly relevant for listeners interested in the intersection of energy and societal issues.

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1. Dr. Golo Maurer
2. Ashley Bradshaw
3. Dr. Bjorn Sturmberg
4. Dr. Juliette Millbank
5. Mathew Charles-Jones
6. Jay Gordon
7. Natalie Collard
8. David Byrne

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