Developers of a proposed large-scale solar development in New South Wales’ Armidale region will be giving back to the local community in a big way should the project go ahead. [Read more…]
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Electric Cars: The Ultimate Guide – SolarQuotes TV Episode 10
Sales of electric vehicles should overtake ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles within just a few years. In SolarQuotes TV episode 10, Finn explains why the EV takeover is inevitable and how solar power will play a crucial role in helping make it happen. [Read more…]
Electric Cars Vs Petrol Cars: How Much Can You Save?
The next new car you buy should be electric.
I’m serious about this. I’m willing to include fuel-efficient hybrids in my advice for now, but anyone who’s not in the habit of chucking laps around the Strzelecki Desert should consider an all-electric car next time they’re looking to buy a new vehicle or a pricey second hand one. [Read more…]
Home Solar Power In Australia – Cost Per Kilowatt-Hour
Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s goal for large-scale solar energy generation costs in Australia had me wondering – what does solar electricity cost per kilowatt hour from a small-scale PV system? [Read more…]
Are Off Peak Hot Water Tariffs A Waste Of Time For Solar Owners?
Last week Finn got me into hot water. He did this by referring me to a study called::
“Analysis of electricity consumption and thermal storage of domestic electric water heating systems to utilize excess PV generation”
Let me translate that from Academeze into English for you:
Are electric hot water systems any good at soaking up excess solar electricity?
Here are some of the findings: [Read more…]
Australian Solar Prices: October 2021 Update
Australians in some states were paying more for solar power systems in September 2021, but still getting a bargain given the benefits solar energy brings. [Read more…]
Thinking Going Off-Grid In The City? Perhaps Think Again
Many Australians are keen to cut ties with electricity companies by installing solar panels and batteries with view to taking their homes entirely off the grid. And who could blame them? [Read more…]
Why Landscape Solar Panels Can Be Better (But More Expensive)
Have you ever noticed that most solar panels installed on Australian roofs are mounted in portrait orientation?
Portrait is more popular because solar panels are cheaper and quicker to install this way.
This post will explain why panel orientation can matter, and why you may be better off with landscape panels despite the extra effort required to install them. [Read more…]
Australian Solar Panel Redistribution Initiative Helping Africa
From rooftops in Queensland’s Hervey Bay to communities in Nigeria – how unwanted solar panels from Australia are getting a second life overseas. [Read more…]
A Carbon-Neutral Port Stephens Council By 2025
Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer’s Notice of Motion to commit Council to carbon neutrality by 2025 has been given the thumbs up by his peers. [Read more…]
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