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NSW’s Ausgrid Launches Energy Storage As A Service

Ausgrid ESaaS

Would you like access to a home battery, but simply can’t afford it? Get ready to learn some acronyms.

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Australian Solar Standards, Regulations, Rules & Guidelines Explained

Whenever we discuss new rules or solar standards on the SolarQuotes blog, we invariably get comments asking if these rules apply to the commenter’s situation. This blog explains the hierarchy of national standards, state regulations, DNSP rules and SAA guidelines and what that means for everyone buying, using and especially working with solar energy.

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Home Battery Fires In Australia – What Are The Facts?

Home battery fire

Lithium-ion battery fires are on the increase, but how many of these incidents involve solar batteries?

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Time-Of-Use Tariffs And Home Battery Tackle Shading Challenge

Shaded solar power system

This homeowner in SA has made good use of Time-of-Use (ToU) electricity tariffs and a home battery to minimise the financial impact from significant shading of his solar power system during winter.

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VIC Solar For Apartments Grants: Readying For Round Two

Solar energy for apartments in Victoria

Thousands of apartment owner-occupiers and renters in Victoria are expected to benefit from a state and federal program providing generous grants to install solar panels on apartment buildings.

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Victorian Energy Upgrades Doorknocking Ban Starts Tomorrow

VEU doorknocking ban

A ban on doorknocking under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program finally kicks in tomorrow, following on from a telemarketing ban implemented earlier this year.

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NSW Battery Rebate: Wait Or Save With Current Deals?

NSW battery subsidy

While New South Wales’ battery rebate is still some way off, you may be able to pick up a bargain in the interim. But be careful.

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Corrosion Alert: Why Solar Panels On Galvanised Roofs Are Bad News

Galvanised roofs with aluminium-framed solar panels attached will rust. Read on, and I’ll explain why this happens, what to do if you already have a galvanised roof, and how to buy a shiny metal roof that won’t rust when you add solar panels.

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Are Flexible Solar Exports Worth It? Trevor’s Testing

Solar flexible exports testing

Owners of solar power systems in many more locations across South Australia recently became eligible for flexible exports. SolarQuotes’ Trevor took the plunge – and here’s what happened.

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AEMC Kicks Off Consumer-Focused Electricity Pricing Review

Electricity pricing review

Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Chair Anna Collyer has announced more detail concerning a comprehensive review of electricity pricing, products, and services in Australia.

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