Debunking The Screams Of “Sun Tax!”

Australia's Sun Tax debunked

Export charges for solar energy in Australia have elicited some strong negative reactions and misinformation – including referring to these charges as a sun tax. [Read more…]

Another Push For “National” Home Battery Subsidy In Australia

Australia: National Home Battery Saver.

Does a solar battery subsidy of up to a few thousand dollars sound good to you? That’s what could be available if a Clean Energy Council recommendation is heeded by the Federal Government. [Read more…]

Hi-Ho Solar Silver, And Away!

Impact of solar panels on silver prices

Silver has been experiencing quite a few moments in recent times, with prices the highest they’ve been for years – and solar panel uptake is partly responsible. [Read more…]

31-Year-Old Solar Panels Tested: The Results

Old solar panel test results

This 31-year-old solar array looks a little worse for wear (and check out the wood racking!), but how are the panels performing? [Read more…]

Solar Giants Shutter Panel Manufacturing Capacity

solar panel factory

As trade protections ramp up in the USA, solar panel manufacturing is reportedly being impacted in some south-east Asian countries. [Read more…]

Victoria’s Emergency Backstop Mechanism For Solar Looms

Victoria Emergency Backstop Mechanism for solar

A requirement in Victoria that new home solar power systems are able to be throttled or switched off remotely is meant to kick in soon; but there may be some re-jiggering. [Read more…]

WA’s Workplace EV Charging Grants Ending Soon

WA EV charger grants

Small and medium businesses in Western Australia keen to grab a grant to install an EV charger will need to get cracking. [Read more…]

Electricity Demand Tariffs Catching Out Australian Households

Demand tariffs and electricity bills

A report claims many Australian households aren’t aware they are on electricity plans with demand tariffs, which are charges that can push power bills even higher. [Read more…]

VIC Neighbourhood Batteries: Readying For A New Round

Victoria's Neighbourhood Batteries Program

Another round of the Victorian Government’s 100 Neighbourhood Batteries Program will open for applications in August – and a new tool will help groups prepare to apply for funding. [Read more…]

2024/25 NSW Solar Feed-In Tariff Guidance Published

Solar feed in tariffs: NSW

What’s on the cards for solar feed-in tariff rates in New South Wales for the new financial year? Find out here. [Read more…]

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