What separates a great solar power system installation from a crappy one – even if exactly the same panels and inverter are used in both? Watch a “gold-standard” installation performed from start to finish (transcript included).
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CEFC Invests In Solar Power Assisted Plastic Recycling Facility
https://www.cefc.com.au/annual-report-2021/performance/australian-recycling-investment-fund/ A facility under construction in Albury-Wodonga that will recycle the equivalent of an estimated one billion plastic bottles a year has gained support from the Clean Energy Finance Corporation.
[Continue reading…]Dubbo Council’s Solar Power Rollout Under Way
Seven of Dubbo Regional Council’s facilities are currently having solar power systems installed, using solar panels manufactured in Australia.
[Continue reading…]WA’s First Regional Climate Alliances Named
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.
[Continue reading…]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 […]
[Continue reading…]Another Bayswater Power Station Pollution Penalty
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has fined AGL Macquarie Pty Limited for an “alleged” water pollution offence at Bayswater Power Station – again.
[Continue reading…]Silicon Price Hike Increases Solar Panel Production Cost By Around $34
Ninety-eight percent of the world’s solar cells are made from silicon. This is thanks to its suitability as a PV material and its low cost compared to alternatives. While the price of solar silicon has its ups and downs, the overall trend has been downwards. It reached a record low in June 2020. After taking […]
[Continue reading…]New Energy Rating Labels For Air Conditioners Are Brilliant
The most energy-efficient and cost-effective way to heat your home is to use your reverse-cycle air conditioner. Even the least efficient aircon uses far less energy than electric resistance heating. But buying the least efficient air conditioner is a bad idea. You’ll be better off with a highly efficient one — or at least the […]
[Continue reading…]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.
[Continue reading…]Australian Solar Systems Interest Index: July 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.
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