Western Power is seeking registrations of interest to develop its first renewables-based disconnected microgrid in either the Mid-West, Wheatbelt or Great Southern region of Western Australia. [Read more…]
What Is A “Tier 1” Solar Battery?
A “Tier 1” solar battery is like a Tier 1 solar inverter and nothing like a Tier 1 solar panel. Confused? Here’s a simple explanation: [Read more…]
Australian Solar Panel Redistribution Initiative Helping Africa
From rooftops in Queensland’s Hervey Bay to communities in Nigeria – how unwanted solar panels from Australia are getting a second life overseas. [Read more…]
Choosing A Battery Inverter For Off-Grid Living
See inside the Australian factory producing what’s widely regarded as the world’s best off-grid inverters – Selectronic – and pick up some valuable tips on battery inverter selection. [Read more…]
Solar Powered Off-Grid Living With All The Creature Comforts
A South Australian family is living the dream in Strathalbyn in their off-grid solar powered home without skimping on the mod cons. And it worked out cheaper than connecting to the mains grid. [Read more…]
Why Buying Solar Now Is Often Better Than Later
The best time to buy a solar power system is usually right now; and perhaps even more so currently. Here’s why. [Read more…]
A Carbon-Neutral Port Stephens Council By 2025
Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer’s Notice of Motion to commit Council to carbon neutrality by 2025 has been given the thumbs up by his peers. [Read more…]
Solar Power Remains Favourite Energy Source Among Australians
The 2021 Climate Of A Nation poll found the vast majority of Australians again ranked solar power among their top three preferred energy sources. As for coal, well … [Read more…]
Glen Morris And The Community Living Off Grid Since 1974
There’s a community just outside Melbourne in Victoria, Australia that has been living off-grid for decades. It’s home to off-grid solar guru Glen Morris, who shows us around his impressive Smart Energy Lab. [Read more…]
Australian Solar Battery Maker RedEarth Cashed Up
Queensland-based RedEarth Energy Storage has another $12 million in its kit to take it through to the ASX listing the company is aiming to achieve next year. [Read more…]
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