Across Australia, homes are quietly becoming the engine of the clean energy transition. With a significant share of gas-using households planning to switch fully to electricity and smart energy systems set to surge, electrification is no longer a policy vision, it’s a lived reality reshaping how Australians build, power and live in their homes.

Insights drawn from the Telsyte Australian Smart Home Market Study 2024–2028 highlight a powerful behavioural shift: homeowners are prioritising energy efficiency, automation and control as core parts of sustainable living. As a result, the line between technology, energy and lifestyle is blurring, marking the rise of intelligent homes that actively manage their own power use.

“We’re seeing electrification move from concept to commitment,” said Chris Kerr, Vice President and CEO of Clipsal by Schneider Electric. “Australians are choosing connected, efficient technologies that not only reduce bills, but make their homes smarter, safer and more resilient. That’s the foundation of the next generation of Australian living.”

Smart homes powering the energy transition

The study found that Australia’s smart home market is expected to exceed $5 billion by 2028, growing at an average rate of 13% a year. That growth isn’t being driven just by gadgets, but also by a fundamental shift in how households manage energy.

With electricity prices rising by an average of 17% in 2024, Australians are now increasingly looking to technology for relief. More than half (64%) of respondents said they are actively seeking ways to reduce energy costs with smart energy solutions, while 43% of households are interested in home energy management systems to automate and monitor how power is used across lighting, climate, and appliances.

“Intelligence is now part of Australia’s energy story,” Kerr added. “When homes can sense, predict, and optimise their own energy use, we move beyond automation and enter an era of sustainable, self-managing design. This isn’t just about convenience, it’s about resilience. Smart energy systems are helping households cut costs, reduce waste, and have greater autonomy over how power is generated and consumed.”

EVs accelerating home electrification

Electric vehicles are also fast becoming a catalyst for smarter, more connected homes. According to the study, the number of EV households is expected to reach more than two million by 2028, with most owners preferring to charge at home and a growing interest in solar-linked and off-peak charging solutions.

More than half of EV owners are also interested in vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, which allows cars to store and share energy with the home or grid. This points to a future where homes and vehicles work in unison, transforming from energy users to active participants in Australia’s clean energy ecosystem.

“EVs are turning the garage into a key part of the home energy ecosystem,” Kerr said. “The rise of electric vehicles means homes are now dynamic energy hubs, integrating charging, storage and automation to give homeowners more control, resilience and savings.”

The electrified home of the future

The Telsyte research paints a clear picture of Australia’s future home: one where electrification, automation and renewable energy converge. With 60% of Australians experiencing higher power bills in 2024 and many seeking more control over consumption, households are adopting technologies that help them generate, store and manage energy efficiently.

From rooftop solar and connected batteries to smart switchboards and EV chargers, Australian homes are becoming the new frontier of the clean energy transition. Electrification isn’t just about replacing gas, it’s about creating intelligent, interconnected systems that make homes safer, cleaner and more sustainable.

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