New Consumer Energy Report Card

Our new report, based on a survey of over 4,500 households, looks at motivations behind battery adoption and interest in Virtual Power Plants (VPPs).

Our 7 targets

Each of these must be true for a modern energy system operating in a just society. 

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Equity

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I pay a fair share of the energy transition.
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Value

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I pay a fair share for the energy I use.
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Agency

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I can make optimal energy decisions.
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Ownership

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I benefit from the energy transition.
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Control

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I can manage my energy consumption.
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Justice

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I have the energy I need.
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Representation

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I have powerful advocates working in my long-term interests.
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