The Federal Budget has been handed down, with measures affecting electric vehicles, home batteries, charging infrastructure and Australia’s energy transition. [Read more…]
EV Electricity Plans: Do You Really Need One?
This article explains how EV-specific electricity plans work and what EV plans are currently available in Australia [Read more…]
New WA Solar Installs: What To Check Before Signing A Quote
From 1 May 2026, new inverter rules apply to solar and battery systems connected to WA’s main electricity grid, managed by Western Power.
Your installer is responsible for making sure your system meets the technical requirements – that’s their job. But there are two things worth discussing with them: how your export limits are configured and whether your system has room to grow.
This guide covers what to look for under the new rules. It’s not general solar buying advice – it’s specifically about new design decisions that matter because of the new rules. [Read more…]
Missed The May Battery Rebate Cutoff? Here’s What To Do
A rush to secure home battery systems ahead of the 1 May cutoff has left many customers dealing with delays that have pushed their installs past the deadline, raising questions about pricing and eligibility. If your system wasn’t fully commissioned by 30 April, you may now be working through what that means for your agreed price, your installation timeline, and any changes being proposed by your installer. [Read more…]
AEMC Report Raises Concerns For Solar Households
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) says its proposed network pricing reforms could cut electricity costs and deliver up to $6 billion in savings across 15 years — but modelling suggests those savings won’t be shared evenly, with some solar owners potentially worse off. [Read more…]
Why Solar Output Isn’t Just About Daily Totals
Most solar owners judge their system by a simple measure: how much energy it produces over the day. If the total looks good, it was a good day. If it’s down, something must be wrong — but that’s not always the full story. [Read more…]
Battery Rebate Changes In May: What To Know
Australia’s federal battery rebate is changing from May 1, 2026 — and if you’re considering a home battery, you’ll want to understand what’s changed and what it means for you.
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Apartment Solar Push Continues As Victoria Extends Rebates
Victoria has extended its “Solar for Apartments” program until 30 June 2027, giving more time for apartment residents and strata buildings to tap into rooftop solar and reduce power bills. [Read more…]
The Small Solar Products Making A Big Impact
A new report from Pollinate Group shows that “energy access” isn’t always about big infrastructure. In many communities across India and Nepal, it still comes down to small, practical products — delivered by local entrepreneurs who are building incomes at the same time. [Read more…]
Installers Using Oil Crisis To Fuel Battery Rebate Lies
Door knockers are falsely claiming that the government is giving away free solar and battery systems because of “the oil crisis”, as a spate of online ads assert the federal rebate will end in May. [Read more…]
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