Mercury (Hobart)

Ready to plug in to energy expo

- Duncan Abey

For more than a century, Tasmania has led the way as a pioneer of renewable energy generation.

Later this year, the state will host its first ever Energy Efficiency Electric Expo, showcasing the latest innovation­s and technologi­es in the fastgrowin­g world of electric solutions.

Scheduled to coincide with the annual Australian Electric Vehicle Associatio­n conference from November 1-3, the expo will draw industry leaders, policymake­rs, and the public together over three days at PW1 in Hobart.

The expo will offer attendees the opportunit­y to explore advancemen­ts in renewable energy and energy-efficient technologi­es, and learn more about electric vehicles, smart grids, and sustainabl­e building solutions.

Director of the Australian Electric Vehicle Associatio­n (Tasmania), Jon Ettershank, said that with panel discussion­s and interactiv­e demonstrat­ions of innovative products and services, the expo was designed to inspire positive change in the transition towards a more sustainabl­e future. “With sustainabi­lity at the forefront of global priorities, the expo offers a unique opportunit­y to showcase Tasmania’s commitment to innovation and environmen­tal stewardshi­p while fostering collaborat­ion and driving meaningful progress towards a cleaner, greener future,” Mr Ettershank said.

TasNetwork­s sustainabi­lity specialist Alison Johnson said her organisati­on was proud to be involved as TasNetwork­s was at the heart of the transition to a low-emissions future. “That’s because we will be the main way that people connect to the grid in the future in terms of electric vehicles,” she said.

“We will also be the connection point for hydrogen, batteries, and renewable-energy projects.”

Tasmanian Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan said the state had a proud history of sustainabl­e electricit­y production, and was one of only a handful of places in the world with 100 per cent self-sufficienc­y in renewable generation.

More informatio­n on the Energy Efficiency Electric Expo website.

 ?? Picture: Chris Kidd ?? Tasmanian director of the Australian Electric Vehicle Associatio­n Jon Ettershank, TasNetwork­s sustainabi­lity specialist Alison Johnson and Bikeworks Motorcycle­s manager Cody Geeves with the Energica Ribelle electric motorcycle at PW1.
Picture: Chris Kidd Tasmanian director of the Australian Electric Vehicle Associatio­n Jon Ettershank, TasNetwork­s sustainabi­lity specialist Alison Johnson and Bikeworks Motorcycle­s manager Cody Geeves with the Energica Ribelle electric motorcycle at PW1.

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