AUSNET | HEARING | Your say: Vulnerability Research Grant 2022
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 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 $150 eGift voucher in recognition of their contributions, while survey participants will go into the draw to win 1 of 15 $50 eGift vouchers. To learn more, including how you can participate, visit here.
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.
REWIRING | Australia’s Pre-Budget Submission – Electrification Package
We were extremely pleased to see the release of Rewiring Australia’s pre-budget submission for an 'electrification package'.
It comes in response to the Australian Government’s commitment for electrification as a way to reduce cost-of-living pressures.
Rewiring Australia’s proposal focuses on individuals that have previously been brushed aside in the clean energy transition — low-income, rental, and apartment households.
In the submission, Rewiring Australia recommends methods to lower the ongoing cost of subsidies, support research and development, and coordinate electrification policy.
Overall, it presents a pragmatic and effective approach to reducing costs for households and businesses while promoting sustainable energy use.
As such, Yarra Energy Foundation strongly endorses and supports both the intent and proposals in the submission.
TALKING | All Things 'YEF'
It was fantastic to have Timothy Shue, our COO, give a brief introduction to YEF and our mission at United Co's community drinks event.
We officially moved into the United Co coworking space in January this year, and we really appreciated the opportunity to meet other members and talk with them about renewable energy.
A big thanks to United Co for hosting the event and providing some great food and refreshments!
YARRA | HEARING | Your say: Fast-Tracking Neighbourhood Batteries
Yarra City Council wants to hear your views on the future of neighbourhood batteries in Yarra.
Yarra City Council is partnering with the Cities of Melbourne and Port Phillip to fast-track neighbourhood batteries in inner metropolitan Melbourne so that more people can access solar energy.
You can share your thoughts on neighbourhood batteries, where they could go, and how you think they could benefit the Yarra community. Complete the survey below before 9am Monday 3 April.
UPDATING | Better Energy Better Business
YEFs energy services for businesses, the Better Energy Better Business (BEBB) will be closing the doors for new clients in a month.
BEBB is a local project within the City of Yarra boundaries.
Throughout the project we will guide you and support you to find the best solution for your business and optimise your yearly savings.
If you are a business in City of Yarra looking to lower your emissions and bills, make sure to get in contact with Catalina, the manager of this project.
OFFERING | Our Services
You can find out more about the services that the Yarra Energy Foundation can offer on our website. These include:
- Feasibility studies
- Community battery strategies for local councils
- Consulting & advice
- Project management
- Bulk buy services
We have a small team of extremely passionate energy experts with decades of combined industry, governmental, business, and sustainability experience.
ANU | LAUNCHING | A new Community Battery Knowledge Hub!
ANU's Battery Storage & Grid Integration Program have just released an incredibly in-depth resource for all things to do with neighbourhood batteries.