Scary shit, yeah?

Nah. Read the full story here https://hypalnk.com/zwmkr—it’s NOT what the AEMO said.
What Happened?

If you haven’t read the article, here’s a quick rundown:

The ABC Releases a Story:
The headline and framing make it easy for the general public to misinterpret AEMO as pushing for sweeping new powers, scaring the daylights out of rooftop solar users and potential buyers.

AEMO RUSHES to Respond:
AEMO issues a statement (read it here https://hypalnk.com/3hou4) clarifying that they are not seeking such powers and that they fully support the continued uptake of rooftop solar.

So, what is the ABC up to here?
We’ve asked them for clarification—no reply as of yet.
Does the ABC Report Align with AEMO's Statement?

The ABC Report Claims:

"AEMO wants emergency powers to switch off solar in every state amid fears of 'system collapse.' "

What AEMO Actually Said:
AEMO does mention the need for emergency backstop mechanisms by 2025 to address rare system stability risks.
However, their language frames rooftop solar curtailment as a rare, last-resort measure under state government programs—not as a central aim.

The ABC Also Says:

"To help it cope with the daily flood of output from millions of systems."

The Reality:
AEMO acknowledges challenges in managing high solar penetration, but this framing could be seen as overgeneralizing. AEMO’s focus is on addressing specific "emergency events," not everyday occurrences.

ABC's Justification: A Mixed Verdict
What the ABC Got Right:

AEMO does acknowledge the possibility of rooftop solar management in extreme cases and links it to grid security risks.
Emergency backstop measures are indeed being developed for rare events.

Where the ABC Overreaches:

The claim that AEMO "wants emergency powers to switch off solar in every state" implies a far more aggressive stance than AEMO articulates.
AEMO clarifies it does not directly want control over rooftop solar and seeks to avoid curtailment unless absolutely necessary.
Framing this as responding to a "daily flood" overlooks the nuanced context provided by AEMO.

Final Analysis

While the ABC’s report contains elements of truth, it simplifies and sensationalizes AEMO’s nuanced position.

AEMO’s statement focuses on emergency measures, collaboration, and broader renewable integration strategies, framing rooftop solar curtailment as a rare and reluctant action.

The ABC’s phrasing risks misrepresenting this intent by focusing disproportionately on fears of "system collapse" and "switching off solar."

Tags: Solar , Energy, ABC