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Victorian Solar Installers Struggling With Rebate Application Delays

Solar rebate delays in Victoria

Some solar installers in Victoria are very frustrated with delays in application processing for the state’s rebate. It’s costing them time and money, and it’s not a great situation for their customers either.

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City Of Greater Geelong Celebrates Year Of 100% Renewables

Renewable energy in Geelong

City of Greater Geelong is reaping the benefits of switching to 100% renewables-based electricity for all its operations.

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What’s Up With Watta Wella Renewable Energy Project?

Watta Wella Renewable Energy Project

There’s been a recent update in relation to a proposed huge clean power project for north-west Victoria.

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I Just Bought The Cheapest Electric Car In Australia

Australia's cheapest electric car

Trawling the internet the other day, I saw an article proclaiming Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle is a 10-year-old Mitsubishi i-MiEV. The headline struck me in particular – because I bought it.

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ACCC Looking Into Lithium-Ion Battery Safety

Lithium ion battery safety

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is encouraging feedback on ways to reduce fire and safety risks relating to lithium-ion batteries; including those used in solar energy storage applications.

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Big Batteries, Power Price Rise Relief And Australian Solar Silicon

Capacity Investment Scheme, Energy Relief Plan and Australian Silicon Action Plan

Between the Capacity Investment Scheme getting legs, planned actions to rein in electricity price rises and the prospect of a thriving local solar manufacturing industry, there’s been a bit happening on Australia’s energy front the past few days. Here’s a summary.

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Solar’s Up For Surfing WA

Surfing WA solar installation

Sun, surf, sand and solar power – Surfing WA’s new multi-million-dollar facility at Trigg Beach has it all (plus a battery).

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Allume SolShare Makes It Easier For Stratas To Go Solar

Solar on apartments - Allume Solshare review

Putting solar panels on a Strata property is often tricky. There can be technical challenges with the design and installation, not to mention the political challenges of dealing with multiple owners and a shared roof. Making solar power easy for people in multiple occupancy buildings is a tough nut to crack.  Some good news is […]

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Walpole Mini Pumped Hydro Microgrid Project Excitement Builds

Walpole pumped hydro project

Completion of a renewables powered pumped-hydro microgrid project is being eagerly anticipated by the residents of Walpole in Western Australia.

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Australians Back National Home Battery Subsidy

Solar battery subsidies in Australia

A recent national survey has indicated the vast majority of Australians believe the Federal Government should help make installing household battery storage more affordable.

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