Over in the financial sector, there is a development that has implications that we in the renewable energy space – particularly in the world of electric vehicles – should pay attention to. [Read more…]
EV Council Slams SA’s Proposed Charging Tariff as Australia’s Worst
The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) is once again opposing a distributed network service provider’s tariff plans on the basis that it discourages high-power EV charging. [Read more…]
Good Behaviour Bond For Solar Installer Over False Statements
A solar installer has been given a 12 month good behaviour bond and had his Clean Energy Council accreditation revoked after being investigated by the Clean Energy Regulator (CER) for making false claims that netted him $60,000. [Read more…]
Worrying Signs For Queensland EV Take-up, As Household Costs Rise
Queenslanders still want to install solar PV systems, but as the cost of living – particularly energy – hits home, they’re showing less enthusiasm for buying electric vehicles. [Read more…]
AGL’s EV Tariff: Cheap Charging But A Caveat For Home Batteries
In good news for EV owners that must charge overnight, AGL now offers nighttime EV charging tariffs. [Read more…]
SA’s $98 Million Solar And EV Integration Plan: A Model For Australia?
SA Power Networks (SAPN) expects to spend $97.8 million integrating home solar PV and large loads such as electric vehicles into its network in the five years 2025-2030. [Read more…]
Tesla’s Powerwall Hits Cheapest Australian Price Since 2019 With $750 Rebate
Udderly electrifying savings available on Powerwalls – but only if you moo-ve fast. Install: Platinum Solar Designs
Tesla has announced a $750 rebate for its Powerwall in Australia, a part of a global rebate push that includes the USA (US$500) and the UK (£350). Here’s a breakdown of what this means for prospective Australian Powerwall buyers. [Read more…]
Endeavour Energy Readies NSW South Coast Microgrid
The NSW south coast towns of Bawley Point and Kioloa will soon be running a solar PV and battery powered microgrid, designed to give them a more resilient power supply. [Read more…]
Victorian Government Backs Home Batteries With 0% Loans
Installation: Solar Dynamics
Victoria has added a subsidised loan to help solar panel owners add batteries to their homes under its $1.3 billion Solar Homes scheme. [Read more…]
Cheap Green Loans: CEFC’s $1B Pledge for Home Upgrades
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) is adding support for electrification and household energy upgrades to its existing mandate to support the development of clean energy in Australia. [Read more…]
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