So Watt?

Change is happening across the network as we move towards net zero. We want to electrify everything, but do we even know how to run our grid on 100% renewables? And what will it take to get there? Useful Resources: What will the energy transition look like?Where all good change startsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sports industry is not immune to the challenges we face due to climate change. However there is a growing push to help sporting clubs reduce their carbon footprint and become more energy efficient. So what does it take to go green, on and off the field? Useful Resources: The transition of sport to net zeroSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Large-scale solar and wind are vital to the future of our energy network. However if we want to transition to a fully renewable grid, we need to find a way to store the excess energy we get from wind and solar, so we can keep the lights on at night. That means we need batteries, and a lot of them. But how could some of our oldest energy sources be key to unlocking the grid of the future? Useful Resources: What Is Hydropower? How large-scale batteries can support the growth of renewablesWhat to look for when buying a solar batterySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial intelligence may sound like an idea from science fiction, but it’s being used every day to unlock new opportunities across our energy grid. Whether it’s smart charging, smart appliances, or even virtual power plants, the electricity grid of the future could deliver new possibilities for the network and our homes. Useful Resources: How to make your SpikeHours smarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The transition to renewables is accelerating, and staying informed has never been more important. However, one issue at the top of every consumer's mind is the cost. We all want to play our part in the energy transition, but how much will that impact our wallets? So Watt? is brought to you by Origin, with production from the team at Lawson Media. Find out more at originenergy.com.au/sowatt. Useful Resources: https://www.originenergy.com.au/solar/panels-batteries/virtual-power-plant/https://www.originenergy.com.au/spike/https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/helpful-tips-to-reduce-your-energy-bill/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we move towards net-zero we will need to move away from the traditional energy sources that have kept our lights on for generations. But how do you shut down Australia’s largest coal-fired power plant without causing problems for the rest of the energy grid? So Watt? is brought to you by Origin, with production from the team at Lawson Media. Find out more at originenergy.com.au/sowatt. Useful Resources: https://www.originenergy.com.au/eraringSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transitioning our electricity grid towards renewables is one of the most important and complex challenges of our time. But what does it take to shift an entire grid to renewables? In Season 2 of So Watt? we explore how the transition to renewable energy will actually work, from the people on the ground making it all happen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wanted to be part of something bigger? Technology and AI is enabling the creation of virtual power plants (VPPs) that connect your home battery to a network of smart devices, and export your stored renewable energy to the grid when it’s needed. So why would you want to be part of a VPP? How does it work? And what do you need to get in on this new form of energy generation? So Watt? is brought to you by Origin, with production from the team at Lawson Media. Find out more at originenergy.com.au/sowatt. Useful Resources: https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/origin-loop-virtual-power-plant/https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/virtual-power-plant/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Batteries have the potential to change the way we use energy in our homes. They allow us to store solar energy and give us access to that power at night. They’re also becoming increasingly important to keep our entire energy network operational. But should you go out and invest in a home battery right now? And what new battery tech is coming down the pipeline? So Watt? is brought to you by Origin, with production from the team at Lawson Media. Find out more at originenergy.com.au/sowatt. Useful Resources: https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/guide-to-buying-solar-battery/https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/how-large-scale-batteries-support-renewables/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians love solar. In fact, more than 3 million homes already have panels installed. So what is it about solar that we love so much? What should we look for when installing rooftop solar? And how are we able to take heat from the sun and convert it into free power? So Watt? is brought to you by Origin, with production from the team at Lawson Media. Find out more at originenergy.com.au/sowatt. Useful Resources: https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/solar-installation-explained/https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/is-solar-worth-it/https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/helping-low-income-households-in-nsw-access-solar/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine if your energy provider asked you to use less electricity? In fact, to shut down - switch off - unplug. And if you did, just for an hour, they’d reward you. Would you think, what’s the catch? So Watt? is brought to you by Origin, with production from the team at Lawson Media. Find out more at originenergy.com.au/sowatt. Useful Resources: https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/hooked-on-origin-spike/https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/olivia-white-spike-hour-tips/https://www.originenergy.com.au/spike/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Electric Vehicles have been around for more than one hundred years - but new battery technology, and cheaper manufacturing costs, mean we’ve seen a resurgence in electric cars, and buying an EV is now a possibility for many people. But what will it take to see EVs go mainstream, and should you consider buying one? So Watt? is brought to you by Origin, with production from the team at Lawson Media. Find out more at originenergy.com.au/sowatt. Useful Resources: https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/electric-vehicles-fleet/https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/5-common-ev-myths/https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/will-all-cars-be-electric-by-2040/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether it’s shopping online, hailing a taxi, or booking a hotel, technology has completely transformed the way we purchase products, and access services. And it turns out, the same thing is happening in energy. A new breed of energy company is disrupting the industry, changing the way retailers operate, and empowering you to make smarter choices. So Watt? is brought to you by Origin, with production from the team at Lawson Media. Find out more at originenergy.com.au/sowatt. Useful Resources: https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/on-track-to-transform-energy/ https://www.originenergy.com.au/blog/strategic-partnership-with-octopus-energy-to-transform-origins-retail-business/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When was the last time you thought about the energy you use? About the car you drive? And about all the appliances and gadgets we have in our homes? Hosted by comedian Andy Saunders, So Watt? questions everything you thought you knew about energy… and explores the solutions that exist today. So Watt? is brought to you by Origin, with production from the team at Lawson Media. Find out more at originenergy.com.au/sowatt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.