With so many inverters connected to its online platform, German solar manufacturer SMA has been taking cyber-security seriously – and its efforts have been recognised.
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AEMC Mulls “Real-Time” Smart Meter Data Access For Consumers
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is inviting feedback on improving access for households and businesses to (near) real-time data about their electricity usage and generation.
[Continue reading…]Grid-Charging Home Batteries: Not All Are Equal
Generally, home batteries can charge from the grid – but not always. Discover those that will, those that won’t and batteries we’re not sure about.
[Continue reading…]Watch A Tesla Powerwall 3 Expansion Unit Installation
Tesla recently released a video demonstrating installation of expansion units for its Powerwall 3 battery – see it here.
[Continue reading…]Time’s Up for Victoria’s 66c Feed-In-Tariff: What You Need To Know
Victoria’s Premium Feed-in Tariff (PFiT), once offering a hefty 66 cents per kilowatt-hour for excess solar power generated by systems installed between late 2009 and the end of 2011, is coming to an end.
[Continue reading…]South Australian Households Invited To Be “Energy Masters”
A call has gone out for SA households to register their interest in a trial involving electricity demand flexibility and smart electric homes.
[Continue reading…]EV Charging Away From Home – Idle Fees
Grabbing a coffee or doing some shopping can be good ways to pass time when charging an EV at a public station. But overstaying can inconvenience others and could cost the EV owner.
[Continue reading…]Hot Water Heat Pumps: Upskilling Victoria’s Plumbers
Energy-efficient heat pump hot water systems (HPHWS) have been popular in Victoria. But what’s needed are more tradespeople with the skills and knowledge to design and install good quality systems.
[Continue reading…]Fronius Strengthens Inverter And EV Charger Warranties
Austrian solar manufacturer Fronius has boosted the warranty on its Wattpilot EV charger and also selected solar inverters for new installations for a limited time; better reflecting the premium price paid for Fronius kit.
[Continue reading…]When Solar Monitoring Fails: How a Simple Oversight Cost Thousands
Flicking through some photographs recently, I was reminded of a very expensive saga where thousands of dollars of electricity would have been saved with some free solar monitoring. Read on as we detail episode one of several expensive mistakes.
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