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With summer upon us, cranking up the air conditioning is the most comfortable option, but the electricity bill that goes with it can be shocking.
That’s why Australians who have a house, a roof and some money are increasingly getting solar panels.
But there is a problem because there is a thing as too much solar.
Today, energy reporter Dan Mercer explains that the surge of solar power is risking stability of the power grid and it’s a bit like riding a bike.
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Dan Mercer, ABC energy reporter
By ABC Australia4.2
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With summer upon us, cranking up the air conditioning is the most comfortable option, but the electricity bill that goes with it can be shocking.
That’s why Australians who have a house, a roof and some money are increasingly getting solar panels.
But there is a problem because there is a thing as too much solar.
Today, energy reporter Dan Mercer explains that the surge of solar power is risking stability of the power grid and it’s a bit like riding a bike.
Featured:
Dan Mercer, ABC energy reporter

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