The state government has started a consultative process to develop a comprehensive energy transition policy for the next three decades.

It is seeking public feedback on the challenges impacting SA’s use of energy, and the opportunities these challenges present as the state transitions to a net-zero emissions future.

This requires early and meaningful engagement with the people who make energy, the people who use it and the people who regulate it.

Transforming the energy sector offers significant opportunities for the state, including sustainable economic development, social inclusion, energy security, improved health, and job creation.

As a first step, South Australia’s Green Paper on the energy transition has been developed to encourage conversation and generate ideas.

For almost two decades, South Australia has been at the forefront of the global energy transition and is recognised as an international renewables powerhouse.

A traditional one-way system delivering electricity to homes and businesses is transforming to a modern, two-way system where people can now consume, generate, export and trade energy.

With new technologies such as rooftop solar photovoltaic systems, batteries, electric vehicles, smart meters and smart appliances, the electricity grid is undergoing significant change.

To find out more and get involved in policy development, go to the YourSay website and complete the survey. https://yoursay.sa.gov.au/energytransition

Consultation closes at 11pm on Sunday 13 August.