A new report from the Climate Council reveals a significant increase in the adoption of household battery systems across Australia.
The interim update of the Climate Council’s Momentum Monitor found a 30 per cent surge in household battery installations since 2023, highlighting a growing trend towards energy independence and renewable energy storage.
Andrew Stock, Climate Council Fellow and energy expert, stated: “Batteries are having their moment.
“Latest numbers from the Climate Council’s Momentum Monitor found the number of household battery systems have grown by almost a third since 2023.”
The report aligns with data from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), which indicates a substantial increase in the use of batteries to power Australian homes.
According to AEMO, batteries provided 91 per cent more power in the last quarter compared to the same period in 2023.
“Batteries continue playing a meaningful role in our energy system, with grid-scale battery capacity increasing by 50 per cent since this time last year,” Stock added.
“They have already provided power during periods of high demand, acting as a shock absorber, and a secure grid calls for more of them.”
The rise in battery adoption comes as Australia prepares for the closure of coal-fired power stations.
Experts emphasise the need to invest in renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, paired with battery storage to ensure a reliable and sustainable energy supply.
“As the closure date for coal-fired power stations inches closer, there’s an urgent need to invest in the lowest cost, fastest replacement — renewable energy from wind and solar paired with storage, like batteries, to provide reliable renewable power 24/7,” Stock explained.
The increasing use of renewable energy is also driving the demand for battery storage.
“Renewable electricity generation in the main national grid is hitting record highs.
“Any excess solar and wind energy we can soak up will keep helping renewables power our homes and businesses around the clock, and see more Australians cash in on the benefits by reducing our reliance on grid power during the evening when electricity prices are more expensive.”
