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The 2019 All-Energy Conference In Melbourne — A Quick Overview

2019 All Energy Conference

Ronald went to the All-Energy Exhibition & Conference in Melbourne. Here’s what he stumbled across.

I just got back from the 2019 All Energy Conference and Exhibition in Melbourne.1  While there I also snuck across to the the Energy Efficiency Expo next door.  Over the next couple of weeks I’ll write a few articles on what I learned, but for now I’ll just go over some highlights and show some pictures… [Read more…]

Check Out A Solar Farm In October

Solar farms open day

Image: Edify Energy

If you’ve always wanted to take a look around a solar farm, towards the end of October may offer you an opportunity to do so. [Read more…]

(Slightly) Cheaper Electricity Network Charges Ahead For South Australians

SA Power Networks - SAPN

A draft decision by the Australian Energy Regulator would see a reduction in network distribution charges whacked on South Australians’ electricity bills next financial year. [Read more…]

Another Step Towards Townsville’s Battery “Gigafactory”

Townsville battery factory

Magnis Energy Technologies has announced the finalised Townsville Battery Manufacturing Plant Feasibility Study has been submitted to the Queensland Government. [Read more…]

SolarQuotes Vodcast Episode 32 – Days Of Wine And Panels

Finn and Ronald discuss battery fails, AusNet forcing new solar households onto ToU, hydrogen hype, LG’s new AC solar panel and more. [Read more…]

Somerset Regional Council Cranking Up Solar Deployment

Queensland’s Somerset Regional Council is embracing solar power and will expand its capacity significantly in the near future. [Read more…]

QLD Solar For Rentals Bit Of A Fizzer?

Solar power for renters in Queensland

Image: MrRick

The Queensland Government’s Solar For Rentals trial for the private market kicked off in March this year. Uptake to the end of the financial year was less than stellar. [Read more…]

Victoria Bitter Spruiks Its Solar Energy Street Cred

Victoria Bitter - solar power

Carlton United Breweries (CUB) brand Victoria Bitter has launched a TV commercial highlighting its use of solar power – but the leadup was somewhat a misfire. [Read more…]

How To Maximise Electricity Bill Savings With Solar Power

If you’ve installed solar panels – congratulations! Here’s what Finn advises you do next to make the most of your solar power system so you’ll end up with the lowest possible electricity bills. [Read more…]

How Big A Deposit Should You Pay Your Solar Installer?

Solar power system installation deposits information

What are the rules about deposits when buying solar power systems?

This post is going to be light on words, but the topic is worth covering. It arose from a couple of questions SolarQuotes founder Finn Peacock asked me to research: what’s a “normal” start-work deposit to offer a solar PV installer, and is there deposit protection for consumers? [Read more…]

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