Solar panel bypass diodes – those unassuming little electronic components quietly working in the background of your solar panels. What are they, why are they there, and do we really need them?
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Homegrown Solar: Are Australians Ready To Pay?
We often hear from Australians lamenting the lack of local solar manufacturing. The Solar Sunshot initiative is aiming to change that.
[Continue reading…]Derby Hospital Solar System (Finally) Operational
Western Australia’s Derby Regional Hospital is looking forward to much cheaper electricity bills thanks to a newly installed commercial solar power system.
[Continue reading…]Safer Electric Vehicles For Australia With AVAS
It’s official – an Australian design rule to make new electric vehicles safer will come into play from November 2025.
[Continue reading…]Four Things You Should Check Before Your Solar Installers Leave
Welcome back to our monthly chat. I’m Pat from Southwell Solar Inspections. In my line of work, I get to chat with system owners after the solar installation team has packed up and moved on. It’s a unique chance to hear how the system is running once the initial excitement has faded.
[Continue reading…]Land Rover To Start Repurposing Their Used PHEV Batteries
When you think of Range Rovers, the words “eco-friendly” and “sustainable” probably don’t immediately come to mind.
[Continue reading…]HOEM Device Converts V2L Cars To V2H – For Under $1,000
Many Australians are having an epiphany: electric vehicles are big batteries on wheels that could, in theory, be used to power our homes using a V2H (Vehicle to Home) system.
[Continue reading…]Good Flashings For Solar; Holes In Your Roof Made Waterproof
There are many ways to make a weatherproof cable entry to your iron roof, but as far as I’m concerned, all of them except one are wrong. In this post, I’ll explain what 20 years of roofing experience has taught me about making the perfect wiring penetration.
[Continue reading…]Tesla Confirms Key Powerwall 3 Specs
A presentation by a Tesla USA employee, now circulating on YouTube, has provided substantial new information on the Powerwall 3’s confirmed specs.
[Continue reading…]Why Faster Home EV Charging Gives Better Returns
Solar power systems have been saving us money for years, but what about saving some for later? With large solar arrays on houses becoming the norm, finding places to store all the goodness is becoming more important. Faster EV charging is an excellent place to start.
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