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
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.
[Continue reading…]Victorian Energy Upgrades Doorknocking Ban Starts Tomorrow
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.
[Continue reading…]NSW Battery Rebate: Wait Or Save With Current Deals?
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.
[Continue reading…]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.
[Continue reading…]Are Flexible Solar Exports Worth It? Trevor’s 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.
[Continue reading…]AEMC Kicks Off Consumer-Focused 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.
[Continue reading…]Home Backup On The Cheap? A Buyer’s Guide to Portable Power Stations
Portable power stations can provide a more affordable solution for backup power during outages, compared to conventional home batteries like the Tesla Powerwall.
[Continue reading…]Home Batteries Deliver Enphase A Brighter Quarter, But …
While the second quarter of 2024 was kinder to microinverter, battery and EV charger manufacturer Enphase Energy, revenue was still a far cry from the same period last year.
[Continue reading…]Heat Pumps: Roadmap For Australia’s Hot Water Transformation
Air-sourced heat pump hot water systems (HPHWS) can save households a bundle of bucks, but the quality of systems and installation in Australia needs some work.
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