As winter closes in again I’ve set about some improvements to casa del cottage.
So can you retrofit efficiency? Yes, but it’s difficult to get the best results – especially when you’ve already got solar. [Continue reading…]
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This Winter, Insulate The Roof Before Getting Solar
Living With Irene The Classic EV
I can’t believe it’s been almost 3½ years that I’ve been living with a cute little lady who’s not my darling wife.
So how has it been, owning a close to classic EV? Brilliant really.
Battery Boom Delivers Power Bill Drop For 2026/27
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has released its final Default Market Offer (DMO) determination for 2026–27, with most households across NSW, South East Queensland and South Australia set to see lower benchmark electricity prices from July.
[Continue reading…]Heat Pump Maintenance Tips To Avoid Hot Water Headaches
Heat pump hot water systems are the most efficient and cheapest way to heat water for your home. Regular servicing and a few simple checks can help maximise efficiency, extend the life of the unit and protect your warranty. A high-quality heat pump should provide many years of reliable performance with relatively minimal upkeep – […]
[Continue reading…]Power Network Costs To Rise Nationally, With One Exception
The Australian Energy Regulator has completed its annual round of electricity network pricing approvals across most of the country, with one state defying the national trend for higher costs.
[Continue reading…]The Truth About ‘AI-Powered’ Home Batteries
Every second battery brochure that crosses my desk now has “AI-powered” stamped on it somewhere. Enphase has “AI-based energy management software.” Sigenergy promises “AI optimisation.” Even no-name brands are getting in on the act. But what does “AI” actually mean when it’s printed on a battery spec sheet? In most cases, a lot less than […]
[Continue reading…]Is Your Battery Wired For Wheelie Bin Impact?
Batteries shouldn’t be put in the bin, and nor should bins be put into your battery – but has your home energy system been installed in a way that can handle a wheelie bin or worse of impact?
[Continue reading…]Builder-Installed Solar: Your Choice Or Theirs?
If you’re building a new home and assuming solar can be sorted out later, there’s something many buyers don’t realise until it’s too late: by the time it becomes a serious conversation, the important decisions may already have been made.
[Continue reading…]The Aussies Converting Classic Cars Into EVs
As Australian drivers go electric en masse amidst global uncertainty around fuel prices, classic car lovers might feel left behind. A Melbourne-based workshop is doing the work to make sure they can join the party, converting the automotive stars of yesteryear into EVs.
[Continue reading…]Charging As A Service: How Apartments Can Plug Into EV Savings
Australia’s push to expand EV charging in apartment buildings has received a boost, with ARENA awarding $1.51 million for a lower-cost charging-as-a-service rollout across strata apartment buildings.
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