Air conditioners sold in Australia need to meet minimum efficiency standards, but not minimum “smarts”. This should change says a new report from IEEFA. Here’s why.
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New Catch Control: 6 Channels Of Kick Ass Home Energy Management
For years now, Catch Power has offered what I think is the go-to consumption meter for single-phase houses. Now that the six-channel unit has arrived, your three-phase house can enjoy the same benefits. Electricity bills might be growing, but thankfully, Catch Power is adding features to its Catch Control faster than retailers can add zeroes […]
[Continue reading…]Renew Australia For All: “Think Big And Do It Right”
A recently launched movement backed by dozens of organisations is continuing its push for what it says will be a fairer, better and more secure future for all Australians; one underpinned by clean, renewable energy.
[Continue reading…]Midday Is The New Off-Peak: How To Harness It With Smart Diversion
Off-peak, ‘controlled load’ has traditionally been cheap electricity overnight, but these days, “over lunch” is the cheapest electricity ever. If you’ve got a hot water service, floor heating or a similar load, you can take advantage of this ridiculously cheap energy. Read on, and I’ll explain how.
[Continue reading…]Australia’s Most EV-Friendly Capitals And Regions
Rollin Insurance has taken a stab at determining the most EV-friendly capital cities, regions and sub-regions in Australia.
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Ecogenica EG-215F Heat Pump Hot Water System Recall
Australia’s national consumer product safety regulator has published a recall notice for certain Ecogenica EG-215F heat pump hot water systems over an issue related to electrical safety.
[Continue reading…]Hinen Heading To All Energy Australia 2024
Chinese energy storage manufacturer Hinen will be at the All Energy Australia 2024 exhibition in Melbourne next week to show off its latest inverter and energy storage products.
[Continue reading…]SunDrive And Trina Team Up For Australia’s Solar Sunshot
Australian PV innovator SunDrive will lead an application for funding under the country’s Solar Sunshot program in a joint venture with China’s Trina Solar.
[Continue reading…]Paint Jobs Gone Wrong: How Roof Restorers Can Ruin Your Solar
I’ve seen more than one instance where roof restorers have ruined solar arrays, and it’s a horribly wasteful lesson for people to learn. If you’re thinking of having your roof painted, then make sure it doesn’t go pear-shaped with this simple guide to restoring a roof with solar panels on it.
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