Australian solar cell innovator SunDrive has been given another helping hand by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to support the firm bringing its home-grown tech to market. [Read more…]
NETCC Approved Seller Numbers Reach 2,000
Australia’s New Energy Tech Consumer Code recently reached a significant milestone in the number of Approved Sellers participating in the program. Also rising are the number of consumer complaints made against sellers. [Read more…]
AVAS(t)! EV Warning Sounds Now Mandatory
Since the beginning of this month, new electric and hybrid vehicle models coming into the Australian market for the first time must have an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS). New sales of existing models already available here also require AVAS from late next year. [Read more…]
Tindo Solar Backs Its 25-Year Panel Warranty With Cash
Australian solar panel manufacturer Tindo Solar is putting its money where its mouth is, offering a generous payment to eligible owners of its panels for valid warranty claims that result in module replacement. [Read more…]
Chromagen Ariston Hot Water Heat Pump Recall
Certain Chromagen Ariston Primos heat pump hot water system units sold across Australia have been recalled due to a potential fire hazard. Here’s what owners need to know. [Read more…]
Free Electricity For All? Not Quite: Solar Sharer Explained
Electricity retailers will soon be required by the federal government to offer free electricity to households for at least three hours a day under what’s been dubbed the Solar Sharer Offer (SSO). [Read more…]
Victorians Reap The Benefits Of Solar Homes Splurge
Victorians have collectively saved a huge bundle of bucks on the up-front costs of solar power, battery and hot water systems through state rebates and loans. Find out how much here. [Read more…]
NEM Wholesale Electricity Prices Tumble, But …
The growth in renewables including rooftop solar — and energy storage — continue to put downward pressure on wholesale electricity prices; even as the shift to electrification accelerates. Whether/when we’ll see that flow on to household electricity bills and by how much is another matter. [Read more…]
Solar Panel Recycling Facility Fires Up In Sydney
PV Industries’ new solar panel recycling facility at Bankstown Airport officially opened this week, supported by funding from the New South Wales Environment Protection Authority (EPA). [Read more…]
*500 Watt* Solar Panels For Your Rooftop From Aiko
Solar cell and module manufacturer Aiko has showcased what it says is the world’s first 500 W panel under 2m² (only just) at the All Energy Australia 2025 event in Melbourne. [Read more…]
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