The largest producer of solar panels in the world, Suntech Power Holdings, has recently reported more information regarding its latest Pluto technology. This new technology has made substantial progress in improving the conversion efficiencies of solar cell technology Although there have been a number of improvements in technology in the industry overall, none of the […]
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Silicon Price Slumps – When will Solar Panels Follow Suit?
The value of silicon has plummetted recently with refined silicon (used to make solar cells) being around $100 per kilo, about 4-5 times cheaper than it was only a year ago. Dare I say it – Silicon is Cheap As Chips! Sorry…couldn’t resist that one. Unfortunately this hasn’t followed through to hugely reduce the price […]
[Continue reading…]A message for Anna Bligh and Kevin Rudd: Start Stimulating Solar Energy!
Queensland local businesses in the solar energy industry have said that it is about time that the state of Queensland introduce the type of solar energy plan that is found in many places around Europe whereby households receive cash for the energy that their solar power system produces, that is distributed into the regular power […]
[Continue reading…]Victorian Farmers Pissed Off With Government’s Solar Stinginess
The farming industry of the state of Victoria has criticized the local government’s legislation on solar energy for disadvantaging them while other states offer the industry a far better deal.
[Continue reading…]Aussie Technology Promises To Make Solar Panels More Efficient
New solar energy technology has been demonstrated at the University of New South Wales. Developed in Sydney, the first ever silicon solar cell production will commence at the university with the help of funds granted from the Federal Government. This technology is expected to have a positive impact on the local industry and help to […]
[Continue reading…]Solar Feed in Tariffs
Solar energy doesn’t just reduce your electricity bills and help the planet; it can also make you money, up to 60c per kilowatt hour at present without you having to do anything. The Australia Federal Government is introducing a Carbon Emissions Trading Scheme in 2009 which will no doubt contain many benefits for those who […]
[Continue reading…]Don’t Get Fleeced by the Solar Cowboys
In the 1970’s some Australian companies started to research solar energy for use in the home but unfortunately the technology just wasn’t there.  At about the same time in China they were also researching solar energy and managed to produce some electricity producing solar panels. A few Australian companies, believing in the future of solar […]
[Continue reading…]Get Your Government Grants for Solar Energy
There has never been a better time for an Australian household to switch to solar energy. In an effort to promote renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions the Government has devised a system of grants and rebates to help you save money on your bills by making your home more cost effective and at […]
[Continue reading…]What on Earth are Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)?
When you buy a solar system in Australia you can apply for 2 upfront subsidies from the government: (note: this all changes on July 1, 2009: read about the rebate changes here) 1. The $8000 rebate (for the 1st kW) assuming your household income is under $100k 2.Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)- works out at $600-$1200 […]
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