In this podcast, Beyond Zero radio talk to Dr Stuart Johnston, Executive Director, Assets and Network Transformation at Energy Networks Australia (ENA), about his recent report on energy networks regulation and markets titled Electricity Network Transformation Roadmap 2017-27: A partnership between Energy Networks Australia and CSIRO.  The peak national body representing gas distribution and electricity transmission and distribution businesses in Australia, Energy Networks Australia have partnered with CSIRO to develop an Electricity Network Transformation Roadmap.  Energy Networks Australia has developed an action plan to achieve the Roadmap’s 45 milestones and are currently working on project plans for 11 flagship programs.

"Dr Stuart Johnston also introduces us to blockchain technologies, which could unlock the full potential of Australia’s distributed energy resources. Blockchain is already creating new energy markets by giving customers the ability to buy and sell energy from each another. ” [Photo supplied by ENA]

BZE Technology Radio Show: 3 November 2017: Podcast

Beyond Zero Emissions talks to Dr Stuart Johnston

BZE Interviewers: Laura Perri, Natalie Bucknell, Kay Wennagel, Michael Staindl

Interview broadcast on: 3 November 2017

From Radio 3CR in Melbourne, Australia

 

Further reading:

ENA report: Electricity Network Transformation Roadmap

ENA: Energy plan can deliver millions in customer savings and increased energy security

ENA: Batteries and solar to surge in Victoria but national plan needed

Dr Stuart Johnston: Blockchain at the Grid Edge