Does a solar battery subsidy of up to a few thousand dollars sound good to you? That’s what could be available if a Clean Energy Council recommendation is heeded by the Federal Government. [Read more…]
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Upgrade Your Solar To Be Bigger & Better (And Immune To Export-Charges)
image credit: Kelvin Graves – Crap Solar Facebook group
I’ve recently noticed an uptick in questions from previously satisfied solar owners. With rising prices eroding their savings, they’re looking to boost their solar yield. If you’d like more solar, read on and we’ll explain how to go about it.
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VIC Neighbourhood Batteries: Readying For Round 4
Round 4 of the Victorian Government’s 100 Neighbourhood Batteries Program will open for applications in August – and a new tool will help groups prepare to apply for funding. [Read more…]
The Refreshed Tesla Model 3 Is A Damn Fine Car – With One Major Elon Error
Tired of filling your tank? Go electric!
Last weekend I drove to Naracoorte to check out some holes in the ground. While this may not sound exciting, what made it special was driving there in a brand new “refreshed” Tesla Model 3.
In almost every way but one, the car was great. Perhaps even amazing. However, tragically, I’m unable to give it the coveted title of totes amazeballs. This is due to one annoying penny-pinching design choice I will heartily complain about later. I’ll hold off for now because there are far too many miserable bastards on the internet and I’d much rather go straight to telling you how cool it was using it to tool around South Australia. [Read more…]
LG Battery Recall Saga: The Hot Mess Continues
Some Australian owners of recalled LG home batteries have been delivered another kick in the guts – but it’s better than their houses potentially burning down; or worse. [Read more…]
Electricity Prices Update: Who Saves And Who Gets Slugged
Final decisions were published yesterday for regulated electricity offers in several Australian states. Find out what this means and how it might affect you. [Read more…]
Everything You Need To Know About Buying Batteries In Australia In 2024
Adding a battery to your solar home can reduce your bills and keep your lights on if there’s a blackout.
But choosing one for your home isn’t as simple as popping down to the shops and getting some AAs.
How To Beat Future Solar Export Tariffs
From July 1st, NSW, ACT, NT, and Victoria will start to slowly roll out two-way pricing, with others in the National Energy Market (NEM) set to join in next year. This new setup lets network companies charge electricity retailers for the energy that flows back to the grid during busy times. [Read more…]
Do You Need An Efficient Home If You Own A Massive Solar System?
The average size of a residential solar PV system installed in Australia has grown significantly over the years, which raises an interesting question: Should owners of larger systems even worry about energy efficiency in their homes? [Read more…]
Ausgrid’s Two-Way Pricing For Solar Exports Looms
Many solar owners in New South Wales will soon be subjected to “two-way” tariffs. Find out what that means and how it will work. [Read more…]
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