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Doing the maths on home batteries: Everything WA households need to know
On this episode of the Horizons by RAC Podcast, we discuss if generating and storing your own household power with home batteries, really stacks up.
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State and federal government subsidies are promising to reduce the upfront cost of home energy storage batteries, even as electricity prices continue to rise. In this episode of the Horizons by RAC Podcast, we’re joined by Jason Skodt and Bronson Davies, directors of Unplugged Energy and Perth Solar Force, to explore whether generating and storing your own household power really stacks up.
With nearly half of Western Australian households now equipped with rooftop solar, the focus is shifting from how we generate power to how we store it. As grid electricity prices continue to rise and governments look to accelerate home battery adoption through subsidies and incentives, many households are asking the same question: does investing in solar and battery storage really pay off?
Jason and Bronson unpack how modern solar and battery systems work, what’s changed in recent years, and the key factors to consider before making the switch. From upfront costs and payback periods to system sizing, household energy use and futureproofing for electric vehicles, they cut through common misconceptions to explain where solar and battery systems can deliver real value.
The episode also explores how energy independence can help protect households from rising power prices, reduce reliance on the grid, and maximise the solar energy they’re already producing.
RAC has partnered with Unplugged Energy to help members access trusted advice and potential savings. RAC members referred to Unplugged Energy can receive 10% off solar products. Click here to learn more.
Listen to the full episode on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts to find out whether a home battery system is right for you.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Home Energy Storage
00:58 Understanding Home Battery Systems
02:52 Financial Benefits and Government Rebates
05:35 Market Trends and Future Prospects
09:12 Technical Considerations for Homeowners
17:53 Virtual Power Plants and Grid Stability
29:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
