The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) have announced that consumers will be paid to cut their power usage.
It's part of a plan to free up temporary supply during unplanned outages and extreme weather conditions — such as prolonged summer heatwaves.
So how will this impact you, and could you actually get a free day of electricity if you switch off your pool pump?
Here's what's been announced
ARENA will fund 10 pilot projects to manage Australia's electricity supply during extreme peaks.
These "pilot projects" will be trialled in three states — Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales — over three years.
It's part of a plan to free up temporary supply during unplanned outages and extreme weather conditions — such as prolonged summer heatwaves.
So how will this impact you, and could you actually get a free day of electricity if you switch off your pool pump?
Here's what's been announced
ARENA will fund 10 pilot projects to manage Australia's electricity supply during extreme peaks.
These "pilot projects" will be trialled in three states — Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales — over three years.
Who is involved in the scheme?
The funding recipients vary across NSW, Victoria and South Australia, but EnergyAustralia has been granted funding in all three states.
AGL, EnerNOC and Progressive Green, Flow Power have been awarded funding in NSW, while Zen Ecosystems and Intercast and Forge will receive funding in South Australia.
In Victoria, funding has been granted to United Energy Distribution Pty Ltd, EnerNOC, Zen Ecosystems and Powershop Australia.
AGL, EnerNOC and Progressive Green, Flow Power have been awarded funding in NSW, while Zen Ecosystems and Intercast and Forge will receive funding in South Australia.
In Victoria, funding has been granted to United Energy Distribution Pty Ltd, EnerNOC, Zen Ecosystems and Powershop Australia.
Read More: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-10-11/power-bills-would-you-switch-off-your-aircon-for-a-movie-voucher/9037330
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