Fossil fuel major Shell’s acquisition of clean and green electricity retailer Powershop has resulted in Environment Victoria dropping its Powershop partnership like a hot potato. [Read more…]
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Buying A Battery Without Solar Is No Longer A Crazy Idea

SA’s New Solar Sponge Tariffs Can Make Home Batteries Without Solar Panels Pay
South Australia has a lot of solar. Relative to total generation it’s well ahead of any other state.
All this solar power reduces daytime wholesale electricity prices. This is a good thing. Not only is solar energy clean, it cuts costs for homes and businesses. [Read more…]
Remote Rooftop Solar Power Management For WA’s SWIS
Energy Policy WA has kicked off a discussion on the introduction of remote rooftop solar management capability for new installations in Western Australia – and it could be introduced quite soon. [Read more…]
Solar Powered Off-Grid Living With All The Creature Comforts
A South Australian family is living the dream in Strathalbyn in their off-grid solar powered home without skimping on the mod cons. And it worked out cheaper than connecting to the mains grid. [Read more…]
Another SA Water Solar + Battery Storage Install Completed
Another big solar power system for SA Water is in place as the utility continues its ambitious PV rollout – and this one also includes battery storage. [Read more…]
Going Off-Grid Done Right – SolarQuotes TV Episode 9
In this episode of SolarQuotes TV, discover how to go off-grid properly. Finn showcases some of the best examples of off-grid living in Australia and the solar hardware making it increasingly possible. [Read more…]
Tesla Big Battery Court Battle Begins
The Australian Energy Regulator has commenced action in the Federal Court against Hornsdale Power Reserve over what it says were breaches of the National Electricity Rules. [Read more…]
SA And VIC Solar Battery Rebate Reductions Loom
Significant reductions are nearing for home battery storage subsidies in both Victoria and South Australia. [Read more…]
Biden Wants US To Go 40% Solar By 2035
You may have noticed the US President is looking less orange these days. Now that “sleepy” Joe Biden is in the White House’s egg-shaped office, American climate change policy is moving in the right direction. [Read more…]
Solar Power System Inspections – How Often And How Much?
How often should a solar power system be inspected by a suitably qualified professional – and what will it cost? It’s not as frequent or as expensive as some may lead you to believe. [Read more…]
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