Here’s how to check over a home battery installation before your installer leaves — as explained by a licensed electrical inspector.
What To Check Before Your Home Battery Installer Leaves
The Big Battery Trap
Last week, I mentioned a bloke who was beaming after placing his order for a new 30 kWh home battery. The plan was simple: charge it with solar during the day, then use it to both run his house and charge his EV at night. He reckoned he was set for energy independence.
Battery Rebate To Deliver A Coal Plant Of Power In 18 Months
The federal battery rebate is set to play a crucial role in reaching Australia’s new 2035 emissions target, with SolarQuotes analysis revealing that the power output of additional battery storage capacity installed under the scheme will soon match that of Australia’s largest coal plant.
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Tesla Powerwall 2 Australian Recall: What We Know
Certain Tesla Powerwall 2 batteries installed in Australia are subject to a recall after reports of battery cells in some systems smoking or venting flame. [Read more…]
Home Battery Basics: Fundamentals You Need To Know
Don’t go in blind when buying a solar battery — first understand these important fundamentals to help ensure you get the system you want (and need). [Read more…]
Aldi Solar Chucks Big Batteries Into Its Bargain Bin
Aldi is expanding its solar offer both in size and coverage, featuring bigger batteries that will be available in more areas of Australia. Here’s our verdict on whether it’s a good idea to get a supermarket to power your home.
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Subsidised Solar Battery Installations Soaring
The number of solar battery installations since the launch of the federal government’s Cheaper Home Batteries program continues to skyrocket. See the latest figures from Australia’s Clean Energy Regulator (CER). [Read more…]
Cheap Bollards For Batteries Are Bollocks
If you have a home battery installed in a garage, carport or driveway, chances are it will be behind a bollard. While Australian regulatory standards call for “protection”, here’s some better ways to abide by the rules.
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Huge Wait On Battery Installs Due To Rebate Rush
Demand for the federal battery rebate is so intense that many installers are fully booked for months and struggling to find battery stock, with some jobs already being pushed into next year when the incentive drops in value.
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WA Solar Battery Rebate Uptake Surprisingly Good
Despite the hiccups and protests associated with Western Australia’s Residential Battery Scheme, there has been plenty of interest in the rebate. [Read more…]
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