Enphase must be very confident in its IQ8 microinverters lasting the distance – the company says it has extended its standard limited warranty in Australia for new installations.
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EnergyAustralia Takes Its Scissors To Solar Feed-In Tariff Rates
When the calendar flipped over to October, EnergyAustralia snipped its solar feed-in tariff rates across the board – and they’ve had quite a haircut.
[Continue reading…]Shakeup At SMA – Jobs Likely To Go
German solar inverter and battery storage manufacturer SMA is continuing to feel the pinch from competition and a volatile market, and now jobs are on the line.
[Continue reading…]17 Key Insights from Tesla’s Powerwall 3 Training
Tesla’s Powerwall 3 is starting to hit the ground in Australia. We’ve had the launch. Selected retailers are humble bragging about their latest Tesla deliveries hitting the ground, and Tesla is running installer training to get everybody ready. I went along on Friday to see what we could glean.
[Continue reading…]ClearVue BIPV Chosen For Australian Modular Housing Prototype
Australia’s ClearVue Technologies and Prefabulous have teamed up on a project that offers a glimpse into the future of eco-friendly living with Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV).
[Continue reading…]See A Flexible Solar Exports Dial-Down In Action
Yesterday was a mild, sunny day in Adelaide that saw oodles of solar energy pumped into the grid. So much so, it appears SAPN flexed its flexible exports curtailment muscle.
[Continue reading…]Can You Install The Powerwall 3 On A Three-Phase Home?
Australians sure are excited about the Tesla Powerwall 3, and we are getting truckloads of queries about it. The most common question by far is: Can I put a Powerwall 3 on my 3-phase home?
[Continue reading…]Approved Solar Products In Australia: So Many Choices!
How many solar products are currently approved for installation in Australia by the Clean Energy Council (CEC)? The answer may surprise you. Here’s how to navigate the dizzying array of options.
[Continue reading…]Your EV Has A 12 Volt Battery – It Can Stop You Dead
Running late on the morning school run? That’s when problems tend to hit. Even with two EVs and a PHEV in the driveway, I’ve learned flat 12v batteries are still a problem, and keeping a few tools handy can save the day. Let me show you why charging a flat 12v battery can be quicker […]
[Continue reading…]Australian Smart Meter Rollout: When Will It Be Complete?
Smart meters are transforming how Australians monitor and manage their electricity usage, especially for solar system owners. But how close are we to a full rollout, and what challenges remain?
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