AEMO On Air
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Powering WA: Challenges, Change & the WEM ESOO
What makes Western Australia's power system so different – and what does the future hold?
In this episode of AEMO On Air, we’re joined by Katie McKenzie, Group Manager – WA System Design & Transformation, to break down the latest Wholesale Electricity Market Electricity Statement of Opportunities (WEM ESOO).
Katie unpacks the key findings from the report, dives into the unique design of WA’s standalone grid, and explores how emerging technologies are transforming the way we plan and operate power systems.
She explains why coal and gas were once considered “known quantities” and how inverter-based resources like solar, wind and batteries are changing the game – requiring more detailed modelling to ensure grid stability.
Tune in for an insightful look at the innovation, complexity and planning behind WA’s energy transition.
Read the 2025 WEM ESOO here: http://bit.ly/3G1m5fN
Interviewer: Catie Low