Monday 28 January 2025
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Property Council welcomes push to make more households electric
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed today’s announcement that Minister Chris Bowen has asked the Australian Renewable Energy Agency to consider funding more community electrification demonstration projects.
The referral followed work with senators David Pocock, David Van, Jacqui Lambie and Lidia Thorpe.
Property Council Chief Executive Mike Zorbas said communities nationwide can reap benefits from household electrification.
“Helping households electrify is a no-brainer. This will help cut emissions and, most importantly, lower power bills,” Mr Zorbas said.
“Let’s tackle climate change and cost of living pressures at the same time by supporting communities boost their levels of electrification.
“With more solar panels, energy-efficient appliances and shared community energy storage, homes will be cheaper to run while being cleaner and healthier.
“Electrification is the fastest and cheapest way to decarbonise our built environment, and buildings represent some of the lowest-cost emission reduction opportunities.
“The shift requires steady investment and policy settings that empower Australians to upgrade their homes.
“These pilot projects will help make the electrification journey for our communities easier, more cost-effective and hopefully spur greater investment,” he said.
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