FUTURES EXPO SERIES
Firm
renewable energy
> The project was awarded funding from RACE2030 and Digital Grid Futures Institute in recognition of its novel approach .
> Research is conducted in partnership with Rewiring Australia and builds relationships between UNSW and partners with political influence .
Unlocking superpower - the future is renewable energy abundance
Research project
This research tackles the pressing issue of renewable energy intermittency by introducing an innovative strategy : use excess energy to secure a constant supply of renewable power . By increasing the capacity of solar and wind generation beyond immediate requirements , it becomes possible to use the extra energy for a wide range of purposes , from powering homes to supporting the decarbonisation of industries . This method not only addresses a fundamental challenge in renewable energy but also reimagines surplus energy as an asset for social and economic development .
With a focus on the Australian landscape , the project is pioneering the use of excess energy and marks a pivotal advancement towards a flexible and robust energy system . It employs a comprehensive approach that integrates both supply and demand aspects of energy system modelling and ensures the strategy can be applied within the National Electricity Market ( NEM ).
The research is paving the way for a future where renewable energy can be reliably and efficiently integrated into our energy systems , facilitating a sustainable transition to green power .
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