Why “curtailment” has become a dirty word
The uptake of rooftop solar shows no signs of slowdown, and it’s putting pressure on the electricity network. Two states have legislated to – in effect – throw the power away to protect the grid. What’s option two?
BY JARNI BLAKKARLY
WHY “CURTAILMENT” HAS BECOME A DIRTY WORD
The Western Australian government will this week gain the power to forcibly switch off or “curtail” household rooftop solar panels in order to protect the grid during times of surge supply in electricity.
The move follows the South Australian...
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