RACE for 2030

Earlier this week, we hosted our South Australia Industry event at the University of South Australia. The event brought together over 60 industry professionals, researchers, policymakers and engineers who are all looking to create a greener future. Due to the fantastic turnout, plenty of innovative conversations and inspiring ideas were shared, along with discussions on potential, current and future project opportunities.   Evening highlights::   ➡️ Monica Oliphant’s story of the early days of renewables in Australia and her recollection of a funding miscommunication where a request for $400,000  was accidentally granted for $400 million, the beginning of a real commitment to clean energy solutions in Australia. ➡️ The update of the UniSA & DEM APY lands energy efficiency retrofit pilot. ➡️ How PowerTech Energy are partnering on three RACE projects, SEVI, APY Lands and NZP – Rundle Mall. ➡️ Hearing about progress on Energy Masters, South Australia’s latest household pilot, learn more at: saenergymasters.com.au   We would like to thank our great lineup of speakers who shared their knowledge, research and goals with us: Monica Oliphant AO, Lynda Curtis from the Department for Energy and Mining, South Australia, Anup R. from Powertech Energy and Jonathan Leake from SA Power Networks. We would also like to extend a thank you to the University of South Australia for hosting the event.   Watch this space for future RACE events!

Australia is on the cusp of a nationwide renovation wave, with houses, apartments, and commercial buildings embracing energy efficiency and electrification. To accelerate this movement toward decarbonising the built environment, RACE for 2030 is proud to support the Energy Efficiency Council's Buildings Energy Performance Summit. This crucial one-day event brings together experts from industry, policy, and research to address the critical challenges and opportunities. Register now and take advantage of a 15% discount with the code RACE15 – be a part of the solution! #energytransition #decarbonisation #SustainableBuildings

Welcome to our newest partner - United Energy! United Energy distributes electricity to around 676,000 customers – or more than 1.45 million Victorians – across Melbourne’s south eastern suburbs and the Mornington Peninsula. Electricity is distributed in the region via a network comprising over 13,300 kilometres of wires supported by more than 204,000 poles and associated infrastructure. The network supports 3,100 commercial and industrial businesses, 53,000 small businesses, 27 per cent of the state’s manufacturing activity and 21 per cent of Victoria’s GDP. Learn more about United Energy: https://lnkd.in/gHEFn8RN Partner with us and join us on our journey for a cleaner future: https://lnkd.in/gtZeJivS #cleanenergy #partners #collaboration

Our team had a fantastic time connecting with industry leaders and exploring the future of energy at All Energy Australia Conference last week.   One of the highlights was the 'The next frontier: Vehicles-to-grid' session, where our RACE for EVs Program Leader, Oliver Hill, spoke about the shift to Electric Vehicles (EVs). Oliver shared insights on the transformative potential of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. V2G allows electric vehicles to not only draw power from the grid but also send it back, creating a more flexible and resilient energy system.   We’re excited to use the valuable insights gained from the conference to shape our upcoming research and projects, including our soon-to-be-released RACE for EVs roadmap! #AllEnergyConference #RenewableEnergy #electricvehicles #cleanenergy #evs #V2G #energytransition

We would like to introduce our newest partner, CitiPower and Powercor. CitiPower and Powercor are part of the Victoria Power Networks group of companies and are Victorian based electricity distribution businesses. CitiPower and Powercor move electricity to and from more than 1.2 million residential households and commercial customers across the western suburbs of Melbourne, central and western Victoria, Melbourne’s CBD and inner suburbs. Their network of poles, wires and other infrastructure are playing a critical role in supporting Victoria’s clean energy transition. They are at the forefront of finding innovative ways to support Victoria’s energy transition through projects and trials investigating community batteries, smart charging for electric vehicles and other community energy projects. The teams operate from 14 depots, their Bendigo-based customer contact centre and their CBD headquarters, to deliver reliable, safe and affordable electricity by operating, managing and maintaining all network assets and metering services. Learn more about CitiPower and Powercor: https://lnkd.in/gpFe5JWP Interested in partnering with us? Find out why you should join us: https://lnkd.in/gtZeJivS #collaboration #cleanenergy #partnership

As Electric Vehicle (EV) sales continue to grow, there is a strong need to focus on an equitable transition. Our RACE for EVs program leader, Oliver Hill, was featured in Energy Magazine, where he talked about our latest project, 'Australian Consumers at the heart of the EV transition'. Oliver shared the goals of our project, the importance of understanding consumer behaviour and the requirements needed to achieve a fair and smoother transition. Our project also focuses on current and future consumer challenges. Read Oliver's feature here: https://lnkd.in/eVbsJJE Learn more about the project: https://lnkd.in/gFc5hfKp #EVs #electricvehicles #cleanenergy #energytransition

Today, we are launching our latest research project aimed at exploring the challenges and opportunities facing Australian consumers during the electric vehicle (EV) transition. By delving into their lived experiences, this project will provide key insights into how everyday Australians will navigate the shift to EVs.    The ‘Australian Consumers at the heart of the EV transition’ project will investigate all aspects of consumer behaviour related to EVs – from purchasing decisions and charging habits to servicing, battery management, energy consumption, and use patterns. Using a blend of in-person ethnographic interviews and quantitative surveys, the project will go beyond standard sentiment analysis, uncovering not only what consumers think but also how and why they make decisions about EVs.    The project’s findings, including key insights and policy recommendations, will be co-designed with consumers and industry partners. By placing end users at the heart of the process, we aim to ensure that the transition to EVs is both equitable and consumer-centred.    We would like to thank the project partners, University of Technology Sydney, Ausgrid, Energy Policy WA, NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Schneider Electric and the University of Canberra for collaborating with us on this project.    Learn more about the project: https://lnkd.in/gCdm7JZK #EVs #consumerbehaviour #cleanenergy  

Imagine office buildings that intelligently adapt to the climate, minimising energy consumption and carbon emissions. That's the goal of our recently completed project, "AI-ready flexible buildings to minimiSe carbon intensity."    Heating and cooling account for up to 40% of an office building's annual energy use. Our project leverages AI to optimise building performance, effectively turning the building into a "thermal battery." This innovative approach allows for smarter pre-cooling and pre-heating decisions, leading to significant reductions in carbon intensity and operating costs. The main output of this project is a simulated model of an optimised office building. This model can be used to guide the design and operation of future buildings, paving the way for a more sustainable future.    We would like to thank Monash University and Buildings Alive for working with us on this project.    Find out more: https://lnkd.in/grZKU3KV #ai #artificialintelligence #energyproductivity #decarbonisation #cleanenergy #project #research 

This is a great opportunity to learn more about the latest technology solutions and feasibility studies for decarbonising industrial heat.

If you are looking for insights into developing net zero urban precincts, you are in the right place! The Net Zero Certification Forum will bring together industry professionals and the Net Zero Precincts team, including our PhD student, Angelina Bowden-Jones.  It is an amazing opportunity to explore the latest innovations and strategies for achieving net zero. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gGq3jZmD We look forward to having you join us as we accelerate the transition to more sustainable precincts. #netzero #cleanenergy #precincts