400,000 home batteries installed, but barely a VPP in sight
Australia has reached 400,000 home battery installations under the Cheaper Home Batteries scheme, but very few are participating in Virtual Power Plants (VPPs). The gap between installations and VPP enrolment raises questions about grid integration.
400,000 home battery installations completed under the Cheaper Home Batteries scheme
How many of Australia's 400,000 home batteries are connected to VPPs?
Electricians installing home batteries should understand VPP options, as customers may ask about grid export and energy trading capabilities.
Key takeaways
- Australia has reached 400,000 home battery installations under the Cheaper Home Batteries scheme
- Very few of these installed batteries are currently participating in virtual power plants
- The gap between battery installations and VPP participation raises questions about grid integration
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