Energy Insiders - a RenewEconomy Podcast Social licence in New England, and a sea of household batteries
Oct 31, 2025
Chris Thompson, co-founder of Amber, shares insights on vehicle-to-grid trials and the impact of household battery adoption. Andrew Bray, CEO of the Renewable Energy Alliance, emphasizes the necessity of social licence and community engagement for renewable energy projects. Emily Sims, Senior Strategic Planner, discusses Uralla’s proactive approach to local planning and the benefits of large-scale renewable developments. Together, they explore how regional leadership and transparent communication can drive a successful energy transition.
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V2G Is Moving From Trial To Scale
- Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) is gaining manufacturer support, with BYD now warranting cars to participate in trials.
- Amber expects EVs and household batteries to coexist and form distributed backbone services for the grid.
Let Automation Manage Your EV Energy
- Plug your EV in and let automated optimisation manage charging and discharge to avoid manual micromanagement.
- Override settings only when you need guaranteed range for trips or special events.
Household Battery Rebate Rapidly Scaled Uptake
- The federal household battery rebate drove a rapid uptake, with Amber estimating roughly one in five rebate customers choosing their service.
- That scale accelerated Amber's customer growth and operational complexity.