| ABC News reports that after warning Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria of possible blackouts, the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has said it will using its powers to direct electricity generators to avoid shortfalls. By temporarily cutting people off from power, load shedding balances the demand and supply of electricity, preventing the whole system from collapsing. Read the full story at https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-06-15/load-shedding-australia-power-electricity-market-crisis/101152130 |  |
Even grid connected homes with solar panels will be affected to some degree or other, depending on whether they have batteries or not. However, off grid systems such as at Huon Bush Retreats and Buttongrass Retreat in southern Tasmania are immune from such grid related issues. Read about these two eco retreats by clicking the pictures below.
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