Late last month, the beta version of Amber Electric’s “smart and simple” EV charging solution became available to all its customers who have a compatible electric vehicle. [Read more…]
Victoria’s Premium Feed-In Tariff: The End Is Nigh
Imagine receiving a 60c feed-in tariff! Some Victorian solar owners have been getting this rate for many years, but it will be ending soon. [Read more…]
Mandatory “Sun Tax” Not In Powercor’s Plans
Victoria’s Powercor has released its 2026-31 Draft Regulatory Proposal for feedback – and mandatory two-way electricity pricing is not on the cards for solar owners. [Read more…]
Smarter Solar: Catch Power’s 6-Channel Catch Control Released
In this age of lower feed-in tariffs, solar energy self-consumption is king. The new multi-phase 6 Channel Catch Control hardware and software aims to have you wearing the crown. [Read more…]
Help Shape Australia’s $523M Battery Breakthrough Initiative
Here’s your opportunity to have a say in how an Australian Government program goes about supporting the development of a local battery manufacturing industry. [Read more…]
ACT Home Energy Support Scheme Report Card Released
An ACT Government program to improve energy efficiency, comfort and sustainability for community and public housing tenants has been delivering on its intended outcomes according to an external evaluation. [Read more…]
Oxford PV Goes Commercial With Perovskite Solar Panels
Perovskite solar panels on residential rooftops may be a step closer, with Oxford PV announcing what it says is the world-first commercial sale of modules. [Read more…]
Major Chinese Solar Manufacturers’ Revenues Plummet
There’s been a flurry of financial and shipments reporting from some of China’s – and the world’s – biggest solar players in the last couple of weeks. Here’s how some have fared during what is (revenue-wise) a big dip on the solar coaster. [Read more…]
Aiko Unleashes 470W Residential Solar Panel In Australia
Shanghai Aiko Solar Energy Co., Ltd – or Aiko to its friends – has launched what it claims is the most powerful residential rooftop solar panel currently available in Australia. [Read more…]
“Sun Tax” Financial Impact A Nothing-Burger
There has been much gnashing of teeth and rending of garments over the so-called “Sun Tax”. But initial analysis from SolarQuotes based on real-world data indicates the impact will cost less than a carton of beer a year for most solar power system owners affected by it. [Read more…]
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