In this episode...
In this episode of Road to ZERO, Roshan catches up with Con Hristodoulidis, General Manager of Distributed Energy at the Clean Energy Council.
Rosh and Con discuss the recent rollout of the all-new Cheaper Batteries Program, the role of the Clean Energy Council, and other governmental bodies in the management of the program, and the consumer confidence that can be expected from products and installers.
They also discuss the impact on the solar industry at large and how the Clean Energy Council is working to reduce the wait time for product approval.
Meet our guest
Con Hristodoulidis serves as the General Manager of Distributed Energy at the Clean Energy Council, Australia’s peak body for the renewable energy sector. A passionate advocate for home batteries and rooftop solar, Hristodoulidis champions policies that help Aussies cut power bills and reduce grid reliance. He has been instrumental in promoting initiatives like the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, which offers a 30% federal rebate to encourage battery uptake among the 4 million households already sporting rooftop solar. Hristodoulidis believes that empowering households with storage solutions is key to slashing energy costs and accelerating Australia’s clean energy transition.
Clean Energy Council
The Clean Energy Council (CEC) is Australia’s leading voice for the renewable energy industry, representing businesses across solar, wind, hydro, bioenergy, and energy storage. The CEC works to accelerate the nation’s shift to a cleaner energy future by advocating for effective policy, improving industry standards, and supporting innovation. With over 3.7 million Australian homes now equipped with rooftop solar, the CEC plays a vital role in shaping programs that make clean energy more accessible and affordable. From championing large-scale renewables to backing household battery incentives, the CEC is at the forefront of Australia’s energy transformation.
