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Australia’s Solar Surge: The Critical Need for Energy Storage Solutions

A recent ABC News article highlights a fascinating paradox in Australia’s renewable energy landscape: while we lead the world in solar adoption, with 1 in 3 WA households having rooftop solar, our energy storage capabilities are lagging behind.

Key takeaways:

  • Australia has nearly 4 million households with solar panels
  • WA’s isolated grid faces unique challenges in managing excess solar energy
  • Energy storage is crucial for grid stability and maximising solar benefits

At Australian Flow Batteries (AFB), we’re addressing this storage dilemma head-on. Our innovative Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries (VRFBs) offer a solution that aligns perfectly with Australia’s needs:

  • Long lifespan (20+ years) without degradation
  • Scalable from residential to utility-scale applications
  • Safe and sustainable, with fully recyclable components

While the article mentions that household batteries are still relatively expensive, AFB’s technology provides a cost-effective, long-term solution. Our residential VRFBs can play a crucial role in creating the “virtual power plants” that experts believe are inevitable for our energy future.

As we work towards solving Australia’s energy storage challenge, AFB is currently undertaking a capital raise to accelerate our growth and innovation in this critical sector.

Interested in being part of Australia’s energy storage solution? Learn more about AFB and our current initiatives at www.afb.energy

Read the full ABC News article here: Australia’s solar power surge is world-leading, but energy storage is lagging. Are cheaper household batteries inevitable? – ABC News