The Victorian parliamentary report on 'Renewable and Affordable Energy for Apartments' emphasizes the need to shift focus to consumer-side measures for existing and new apartment buildings, promoting energy efficiency, storage, and smart management. The 'plug-in revolution' advocates for addressing electricity consumption challenges in older apartments with modern appliances. Additionally, the potential of 'smart' small batteries is highlighted to reduce electricity demand, especially in the context of emerging Electric Vehicle charging needs. Utilizing EVs to power homes in Australia is suggested as a faster and more affordable solution, emphasizing the importance of breaking free from past practices for a sustainable energy system.