If you live with disability or a chronic health condition, the reliable supply of electricity might be crucial to maintaining your wellbeing. So, what happens when the power goes out?
The Yarra Energy Foundation (YEF) were recently awarded the inaugural AusNet Vulnerability Research Grant (2022), and we are seeking participants for a research project investigating the risks and impacts experienced by individuals with specialised support needs in regional and rural communities in the context of electricity services.
Interview participants will receive a $50 eGift voucher in recognition of their contributions, while survey participants will go into the draw to win 1 of 15 $50 eGift vouchers.
The project aims to:
- Explore and describe participant perspectives regarding their possible exposure to risks and impacts relating to electricity provision
- Develop an understanding of household energy consumption behaviours and patterns, particularly with regard to critical needs
- Identify and describe potential strategies to mitigate risks and reduce the potential vulnerability of people with specialised support needs living in the AusNet distribution network area.
Yarra Energy Foundation (YEF) is grateful for the opportunity to work closely with AusNet, and for their support of this project. This research is building AusNet’s understanding of this important group of customers, and helping AusNet to ensure its services are fit-for-purpose for all customers, regardless of their individual circumstances, preferences and unique needs.