Your electric water heater uses a lot of electricity overnight. Shifting it to soak up solar could be a win-win.
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More efficient water use is one of the most cost-effective steps we can take to cut emissions.
A heater with a 300-litre tank can store as much energy as a home battery at a fraction of the cost. Being able to store surplus solar energy at the right times helps grid stability and cuts emissions.
Centrally switching water heaters on and off at specific times can distribute the demand for electricity and lead to energy saving.
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Research Director - Strategic Energy Collaborations, University of Technology Sydney
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Research Fellow for Water Sensitive Cities, Monash Sustainable Development Institute, Monash University
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Research Group Leader, Water-Energy-Carbon, The University of Queensland
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