Victoria’s Powercor has released its 2026-31 Draft Regulatory Proposal for feedback – and mandatory two-way electricity pricing is not on the cards for solar owners.
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Smarter Solar: Catch Power’s 6-Channel Catch Control Released
In this age of lower feed-in tariffs, solar energy self-consumption is king. The new multi-phase 6 Channel Catch Control hardware and software aims to have you wearing the crown.
[Continue reading…]Nerd Alert! Crunching the Numbers on the New 1000V Solar Standard
Whilst we usually try to make our blog posts understandable to almost anyone, this post will get technical, as I show, with numbers, why the new 1000-volt limit for residential solar makes life better for installers and homeowners alike.
[Continue reading…]Help Shape Australia’s $523M Battery Breakthrough Initiative
Here’s your opportunity to have a say in how an Australian Government program goes about supporting the development of a local battery manufacturing industry.
[Continue reading…]From Wild West to Safe & Sound: The Evolution of Australian Solar
This article is for anyone who feels nostalgic about the early days of solar. Whether you own an old system or are an installer working on one, you might be thinking about how to maintain or upgrade it. We’ll look back at the past and see how much has changed, highlighting the improvements that have […]
[Continue reading…]ACT Home Energy Support Scheme Report Card Released
An ACT Government program to improve energy efficiency, comfort and sustainability for community and public housing tenants has been delivering on its intended outcomes according to an external evaluation.
[Continue reading…]Oxford PV Goes Commercial With Perovskite Solar Panels
Perovskite solar panels on residential rooftops may be a step closer, with Oxford PV announcing what it says is the world-first commercial sale of modules.
[Continue reading…]Why Solar Tilt Frames Can Still Make Sense In 2024
When the Earth was young, feed-in tariffs were 44 cents, and solar panels were $5 per watt, we spent lots of time building angled frames, facing them in exactly the right direction for maximum yield. These days, with bargain panels wholesaling for under $0.25 per watt, you just buy more of them. So, are angled […]
[Continue reading…]Major Chinese Solar Manufacturers’ Revenues Plummet
There’s been a flurry of financial and shipments reporting from some of China’s – and the world’s – biggest solar players in the last couple of weeks. Here’s how some have fared during what is (revenue-wise) a big dip on the solar coaster.
[Continue reading…]Aiko Unleashes 470W Residential Solar Panel In Australia
Shanghai Aiko Solar Energy Co., Ltd – or Aiko to its friends – has launched what it claims is the most powerful residential rooftop solar panel currently available in Australia.
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