Massive shifts in people’s lifestyles will drive up demand for electricity in Victoria, adding pressure to the Australian state’s energy network, new research has shown.
An in-depth study (pdf) of 36 households and 1,325 customers by Monash University researchers revealed 51 lifestyle trends that contributed to a significant rise in energy needs in Victoria, including the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), increased home-based care, and remote work.
