Posts By Michael Bloch On SolarQuotes

Dubbo Council’s Solar Power Rollout Under Way

Dubbo Regional Council - solar panels

Seven of Dubbo Regional Council’s facilities are currently having solar power systems installed, using solar panels manufactured in Australia. [Read more…]

WA’s First Regional Climate Alliances Named

WA regional climate alliances

A McGowan government program encouraging regional local governments in Western Australia to partner up on addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions has kicked off. [Read more…]

The Dark Side: Solar Power In Winter – SolarQuotes TV Episode 6

This month’s SolarQuotes TV episode focuses on winter – how do solar power systems fare? Another important question is also answered – can a Tesla Powerwall cook a human? See the outcome of a battery powered sauna battle! Plus, making solar work in Tasmania, heat pumps, PV payback, panel angles and much more in SQTV Episode 6! [Read more…]

Another Bayswater Power Station Pollution Penalty

Bayswater Power Station

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has fined AGL Macquarie Pty Limited for an “alleged” water pollution offence at Bayswater Power Station – again. [Read more…]

Victoria’s Solar Panel Rebate Scrutinised

Was the Victorian solar panel rebate necessary? SolarQuotes founder Finn Peacock suggests it’s had no effect on solar demand in Victoria. [Read more…]

Australian Solar Systems Interest Index: July 2021

Australian Solar Systems Interest Index: June 2021

While winter may have kicked off last month, that didn’t stop thousands of Australians getting busy on buying an electricity-bill busting solar power system. [Read more…]

More Solar Panels For City Of South Perth

City of South Perth solar installations

Four more City of South Perth council buildings have had solar panels installed, helping to further slash Council’s emissions and providing significant savings on energy costs. [Read more…]

AGL Demerger “Green Lipstick On A Pig”

AGL Demerger

Greenpeace Australia Pacific is again turning up the pressure on AGL after the company confirmed its intention to demerge. [Read more…]

UK Brings Forward Coal Power’s Use By Date

Coal power in the UK

It’s official – the UK Government is set on bringing forward a deadline to phase out coal power entirely from Great Britain’s energy system. [Read more…]

850,000 Victorian Electricity Customers Paying Too Much For Power

Electricity bills in Victoria

Victoria’s Essential Services Commission is encouraging households to contact their electricity retailer to ensure they are getting the best deal. [Read more…]

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