Designed as a future proof technology that manages the energy needs of every household, the Gswitch is feature rich offering monitoring, presence detection, waste reduction, and provides maximum integration with renewable energy, grid, and consumer expectations. The advanced functions and features of the Gswitch include online software updates, complete customisation to lifestyle and options for Demand Response control. It captures reductions in network costs provided by distribution companies because of its dynamic control. The Gswitch is able to control any household appliance including Electric Vehicles for AS4755 compliance.
The Intelligent Grid Cluster is a major collaborative research venture between the CSIRO and the university sector under the CSIRO Energy Transformed Flagship. It explores the economic, environmental and social impacts and benefits of the large-scale deployment of intelligent grid technologies in Australian electricity networks.