What’s promoted as the world’s leading home energy and electric vehicle show returns to Sydney this week at Olympic Park. And if you’re thinking about attending, we’ve got a discount ticket code for you. [Continue reading…]
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The Best Hot Water Heat Pumps In Australia: According To Aussie Installers
For most Australians, hot water heat pumps are the most energy-efficient way to heat water.
According to installers we trust, what are the best brands in Australia in 2025?
World’s Thinnest EV Charger Fattens Up (On Features)
What’s claimed to be the world’s thinnest EV charger has had a warranty and feature boost while retaining its slim form – and now has a cheaper companion.
[Continue reading…]Apartment Solar Set To SoAR With New $25m NSW Grant
A new $25m Solar for Apartment Residents (SoAR) scheme backing shared rooftop systems has launched, offering to cover half the cost of solar for multi-unit dwellings in NSW.
[Continue reading…]Fronius Gets Back Into Solar Batteries With Reserva
It’s been a while between drinks, but Austria’s Fronius is back in the home battery manufacturing game. Here’s a first look at the Reserva.
[Continue reading…]Phase Shift: Why I Pulled The Plug On Solar Thermal Hot Water
Two years ago, I ripped a perfectly functional solar thermal hot water system off my roof. It had been sitting there for a decade, dutifully heating about 70% of my water with the sun’s heat (the rest boosted by gas).
[Continue reading…]Living With Low (Or Even Zero) Solar Feed-In Tariffs
Minimum solar feed-in tariff rates (such as they are) have been set for what could be the last time in Victoria. But smart solar ownership will still bring significant financial and other benefits; and this applies across Australia where rates have been reducing.
[Continue reading…]Gas Companies Want To Charge You To Quit Gas: How To Avoid $1000 Fees
Switching from gas to an all-electric home can save hundreds of dollars a year, but if you’re not careful you risk copping some hefty fees. There’s one big decision to make that determines how much you will be out of pocket: should you abolish your gas connection or just disconnect it?
[Continue reading…]Kingspan’s PowerPanel Insulates And Generates
Kingspan Group has announced the launch of PowerPanel – an integrated roofing and solar power solution designed for pitched roofs.
[Continue reading…]Solar Victoria Still Snubbing Tesla Powerwall 3
To be eligible for a Solar Victoria no-interest loan for home energy storage, batteries must be included on the agency’s approved products list. Tesla Powerwall 3 still isn’t. What gives?
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