Posts By Michael Bloch On SolarQuotes

Expanded Solar Energy Rollout For Australia’s Defence

Solar energy and Australia's Defence

The Albanese Government has announced an investment of $64 million under an expanded commitment to Australia’s Defence Renewable Energy and Energy Security Program. [Read more…]

Kingaroy Solar Farm Controversy Continues

Kingaroy Solar Farm

Local media and a councillor were not amused when they rocked up to an inauguration event at Kingaroy Solar Farm in Queensland, only to be turned away. But there’s more to the story. [Read more…]

Dodgy DIY Home Solar + Battery Disaster

Solar battery fire

This solar and battery installation was the stuff of sparkie nightmares, and occupants of the Sydney home were very lucky to avoid an even greater tragedy. [Read more…]

Perrottet Pledges Clean Energy Superpower Fund

NSW Clean Energy Superpower Fund

Politicians know punters like solar power and the prospect of lower energy bills. NSW’s Perrottet Government has been tapping into this ahead of the state election. [Read more…]

SA Flexible/Dynamic Solar Exports Rollout Update

Dynamic/flexible solar exports in South Australia

Flexible solar exports will be available across South Australia by July next year. So, what does this mean for current and new solar power system owners – and more broadly throughout Australia? [Read more…]

Top Australian Solar Installation Postcodes In 2022

Top solar postcodes in 2022 - Australia

Now the dust has settled on 2022 a bit more, here’s a look at the top ten postcodes in Australia for solar installations carried out last year. [Read more…]

NBN Co’s Solar Farm Project: Are We There Yet?

Wyalong Solar Farm
A solar energy project that will help power the operations of Australia’s NBN Co has seen some delays, but it shouldn’t be long until showtime. [Read more…]

“ICEing” EV Drivers Can Be Costly

Fines in Australia for ICEing EV drivers

Drivers of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles should be aware parking their cars in a designated EV spot could turn out to be a pretty pricey exercise. [Read more…]

First Stage Of NSW Courthouse Solar Rollout Complete

Solar energy - NSW courthouse project

The first stage of an initiative to introduce some solar powered justice in NSW has wrapped up – a little late and it seems one installation short. [Read more…]

Solar Installer Drone Use: Flying In The Face Of Regulations?

Drone shot of rooftop solar panel installation

Solar installers are increasingly using drones for inspections, portfolio shots and other activities. But some may not realise the sky has limits, or what all of them are as there have been recent changes. [Read more…]

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