The federal government has announced a huge boost to the federal battery rebate, while reviewing a much more modest EV tax break. Here’s why the government should be ramping up its support for EVs rather than cutting it.
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Queensland Supercharged Solar For Renters Scheme Launches
It took its sweet time, but Queensland’s Crisafulli Government has made good on its election commitment to provide eligible landlords in the state with rebates to install solar power systems on their rental properties. [Continue reading…]
Evaporative Cooling Vs. Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
Like many home improvements, the type of air-conditioning that may be best suited for your house will depend on a number of factors, including if you have solar panels. See the pros and cons of the two main technologies, and other points to consider.
[Continue reading…]Home Battery Rebate Reduction: See The Impact
Subsidies for Australia’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program (CHBP) are being adjusted to ensure the program’s ongoing viability out to the intended finish date. We take a look at the impact the rebate reduction will have on financial support for some popular home storage systems.
[Continue reading…]Federal Battery Rebate Changes Revealed
The federal government has earmarked an additional $4.9bn for the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, while revamping it so incentives taper off for oversized home batteries that were rapidly depleting the scheme’s budget.
[Continue reading…]Delta’s Power Pole Mounted EV Charger Hits Prime Time
Delta Electronics has announced it has begun rolling out the RapidPost 50; what the firm says is Australia’s first 50kW DC EV charger that can be directly mounted onto street power poles.
[Continue reading…]Have you heard the Whispr?
Have you heard the Whispr? Australian battery maker PowerPlus Energy has a stackable battery inverter combination now available to fully support 3 phase systems. So is it any good? In my humble opinion yes. Read on while we explain why in this installation review.
[Continue reading…]Runaway Home Battery Rebate Forces Rethink
The success of the Albanese Government’s home battery rebate is piling pressure on the program’s funding and policy settings. A Smart Energy Council meeting yesterday tackled what could be needed to keep it going until its originally intended end date.
[Continue reading…]LG Home Battery Recall Continues — Yes, Still.
At last published count, a substantial number of LG Energy Solution (LGES) solar batteries at risk of fire and subject to a recall that began in Australia nearly *5* years ago remain unrectified.
[Continue reading…]The Worst-Rated Solar Monitoring Apps In Australia
Solar monitoring apps are supposed to make life easier for home energy management. But when the user experience is dominated by constant crashes, confusing interfaces and inaccurate information, some apps only make things harder. Here’s a rundown of the worst reviewed solar monitoring apps available in Australia.
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