Results from a Finnish study suggest solar panel glass can be safely cleaned using a few common cleaning products without negatively impacting performance – but not dishwashing detergent. [Continue reading…]
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LNP Pushed On Promised Solar Scheme, New Battery Subsidies
The Queensland Conservation Council is urging the new-ish QLD government to make good on a commitment to providing solar subsidies for rental properties –Â and to reintroduce a battery subsidy. [Continue reading…]
Aiko’s New Solar Panel Factory Kicks Off Production
The first solar modules were recently produced in Aiko’s new factory, which features a 1.5-kilometre-long integrated cell and module production line.
[Continue reading…]V2L: Next Camping Trip (Or Blackout) Let Your EV Carry the Load
Vehicle To Load technology (V2L) might not get the spotlight like Vehicle to Grid (V2G) or Vehicle To Home (V2H), but it’s already making life easier for many EV owners in Australia. From keeping essentials running during a blackout to powering appliances at a remote campsite, V2L turns your car into a practical, portable source […]
[Continue reading…]Victoria’s Draft 2025/26 Feed-In Tariff Rates: Brace Yourself
Victoria’s Essential Services Commission (ESC) released its draft decision on minimum solar feed in tariff rates for 2025/26 on Friday – and system owners won’t be happy.
[Continue reading…]Solar PV: Australia Vs. Germany In 2024
Solar energy covered around 14 percent of electricity consumption in Germany last year, up from 12 percent in 2023. How does that compare to Australia?
[Continue reading…]Jinko’s Perovskite PV Progress – Another New Record
Chinese solar manufacturer JinkoSolar has claimed another world record for solar efficiency, this one related to development of its N-type monocrystalline TOPCon-based perovskite tandem solar cell.
[Continue reading…]Yet Another Round Of Staff Cuts At SolarEdge
After three rounds of layoffs announced in 2024, solar manufacturer SolarEdge will be shedding staff again – with hundreds more jobs to go.
[Continue reading…]Australian Home Battery Incentives In 2025 (So Far)
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to smash your electricity bills with a home battery, here’s what government support is available and where to help some Australians on their way.
[Continue reading…]Hoymiles Unveils New Home Battery For Australia
There’s yet another choice for Australian home battery buyers – Hoymiles’ LB-5D-G2. While there’s missing information (nothing unusual with new solar gear launches), let’s take a look at some of its specifications.
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