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Sigenergy Battery: If It Lives Up To The Claims – It’ll Be Amazing

March 4, 2024 2024-06-06T13:42:35 by 33 Comments

sigenergy inverter and battery

*Updated 18/3/24: Errors corrected based on Sigenergy feedback

In the rapidly evolving world of renewable energy and storage, we have often seen products that spark a lot of interest, but turn out to be a flash in the pan. So, you’ll have to forgive my scepticism when a brand-new company puts out a well-orchestrated media release, rave reviews and a showy launch bringing yet more new products to a crowded market.

Sigenergy is certainly making noise, announcing a new range of all-singing, all-dancing, all-in-one energy solutions.

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Filed Under: Battery Storage

Dynamic Solar Exports Are Mandatory In Victoria From Today

March 1, 2024 2024-02-29T06:05:23 by 54 Comments

Dynamic solar exports Victoria

Today (March 1st) is “D Day” for inverters installed under Solar Victoria’s rebate programs. “D” for dynamic, that is. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Solar Inverters

City Living With An EV: Charging Solutions for Those Without Driveways

February 15, 2024 2024-05-15T12:20:16 by 48 Comments

Power to the pavement

Living in the city makes it hard for electric car owners without off-street parking. It’s tough to find a place to charge, dissuading many inner city dwellers from buying electric cars.
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Filed Under: EV Chargers

Self-Cleaning Solar: Why You Should Avoid Flat Solar Panels

February 7, 2024 2024-03-28T11:01:09 by 20 Comments

dirty solar panels

You may have heard that flat solar panels require regular cleaning, but those angled at 10° or more don’t. But is it really true? [Read more…]

Filed Under: Solar Installation

Want 3-Phase Battery Backup? Here Are Your Options In 2024

January 15, 2024 2024-06-06T14:19:43 by 32 Comments

3 phase wiring diagram for full home backup from Sungrow

So you have a 3-phase supply to your place, and you’d like solar with battery backup?

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Filed Under: Solar Inverters

Common Battery Installation Issues: Insights from an Electrical Inspector

January 3, 2024 2024-01-05T12:20:42 by 5 Comments

As home battery systems start to go mainstream, the focus on the safety and compliance of these systems becomes ever more critical. In this post, I will navigate the complexities of grid-connected battery system installations, uncover common challenges installers face, and underscore the pivotal role of the Australian home battery standard: AS/NZS5139:2019. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Battery Storage

Should You Have A Home Battery Safety Plan?

December 11, 2023 2023-12-11T07:48:13 by 13 Comments

Home battery safety plan

Many local councils actively promote the importance of having a bushfire survival plan to residents. Given the potential risks associated with home batteries, should homeowners also have a dedicated emergency response plan for their home battery systems? [Read more…]

Filed Under: Battery Storage

George And His Terrible Solar Install

November 2, 2023 2023-11-02T10:27:04 by 8 Comments
Photos of a poor solar installation.

There are dents in the roof and solar panels right behind the air conditioner.

Some weeks ago, I was cruising the wilds of social media and found a solar thread causing a stir. The victim of a shoddy solar installation was seeking help, and of course, a few comedians were making light of the misfortune. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Solar Installation

Trees Overshadowing Solar Panels: State And Territory Rules

October 23, 2023 2023-10-23T10:31:34 by 18 Comments

Overshadowing trees vs solar panels

Save the trees? What about saving the solar panels? Dare I say it, I like trees even more than solar panels, and that’s a hell of a lot. But in a cruel twist of irony, it’s obvious they are not compatible bedfellows. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Solar Policy

Your ‘Right To Light’: Solar Panel Overshadowing Rules By State

October 16, 2023 2023-10-24T09:53:00 by 17 Comments

Building overshadowing solar panels

Overshadowing of solar panels by new neighbouring developments is a recurring problem that some SolarQuotes readers have first-hand experience with. This is an issue that’s not going away soon. It’s only getting worse as our cities grow. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Solar Policy
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