Victorians have collectively saved a huge bundle of bucks on the up-front costs of solar power, battery and hot water systems through state rebates and loans. Find out how much here. [Read more…]
NEM Wholesale Electricity Prices Tumble, But …Â
The growth in renewables including rooftop solar — and energy storage — continue to put downward pressure on wholesale electricity prices; even as the shift to electrification accelerates. Whether/when we’ll see that flow on to household electricity bills and by how much is another matter. [Read more…]
Solar Panel Recycling Facility Fires Up In Sydney
PV Industries’ new solar panel recycling facility at Bankstown Airport officially opened this week, supported by funding from the New South Wales Environment Protection Authority (EPA). [Read more…]
*500 Watt* Solar Panels For Your Rooftop From Aiko
Solar cell and module manufacturer Aiko has showcased what it says is the world’s first 500 W panel under 2m² (only just) at the All Energy Australia 2025 event in Melbourne. [Read more…]
Flexible Exports Soon For WA Under “Smarter Solar”
Energy Policy WA is consulting on proposed rule changes to kick in early next year that aim to support larger and more small-scale rooftop solar and battery installations in Western Power’s service area through the implementation of flexible solar exports. [Read more…]
Trina’s Latest Rooftop Solar Powerhouse: 475W Vertex S+
TrinaSolar is set to offer a new generation of Vertex S+ high-power solar panels for installation on Australian residential rooftops — the dual-glass NEG9RH.28 product line. [Read more…]
RedEarth V2G EV Charger (Nearly) Ready To Rock
Brisbane-based energy storage and EV charger firm RedEarth has provided a progress update regarding its Australian-made V2G bi-directional EV charger. Find out when it should be available — and brace yourself for the price. [Read more…]
Australian Launch: GoodWe’s New ESA Series Home BatteryÂ
Solar manufacturer GoodWe will be showing off its new ESA all-in-one home battery systems at the All Energy Conference in Melbourne next week. There’s been interest building in Australia regarding this new series — here’s a closer look. [Read more…]
Bowen: Home Battery Rebate Uptake “Massive”
Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen provided an update yesterday on solar battery uptake numbers under the Albanese Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries (CHB) program. [Read more…]
Ant-icipating Issues: Importance Of Solar System Inspections
Various critters can potentially make a home among or inside the components of your solar power system, including ants. It’s another reason why visual checks where possible and regular professional solar system inspections are so important. [Read more…]
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