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Sunnier Days Ahead For Home Solar In Horizon Power Towns 

Home solar in WA Horizon service area

Solar energy export limits implemented in some parts of Australia can be a bummer, but being unable to install a grid-connected solar power system at all would really suck.

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NSW “Sunset On Solar” Panel Recycling Project

Solar panel recycling - NSW

Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO) member councils are undertaking a project to divert solar panels from local landfills.

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Electric Cars: The Ultimate Guide – SolarQuotes TV Episode 10

Electric cars - SolarQuotes TV

Sales of electric vehicles should overtake ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles within just a few years. In SolarQuotes TV episode 10, Finn explains why the EV takeover is inevitable and how solar power will play a crucial role in helping make it happen.

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Electric Cars Vs Petrol Cars: How Much Can You Save?

Electric car vs. petrol vehicle savings

The next new car you buy should be electric.  I’m serious about this.  I’m willing to include fuel-efficient hybrids in my advice for now, but anyone who’s not in the habit of chucking laps around the Strzelecki Desert should consider an all-electric car next time they’re looking to buy a new vehicle or a pricey […]

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Blackouts, Solar Power And Batteries

Solar power and battery systems during blackouts

Whenever there are significant blackout events, there’s an uptick in solar power and battery interest.

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Solar Rebate Vs. Feed-In Tariff: Explainer

Difference between solar rebate and feed in tariff

Confusing Australia’s national solar rebate with feed-in tariffs is still pretty common – this explainer clarifies the differences between the two incentives and what they are worth.

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Huge QLD Solar + Battery Storage Project Progresses

Western Downs solar farm

Western Downs Green Power Hub is another step closer to prime time, with grid connection now completed by Powerlink.

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Enphase Shipped 2.6 Million Microinverters In Q3

Enphase Energy results - Q3 2021

Microinverter and battery manufacturer Enphase Energy’s results for the third quarter of 2021 seem to have kept the company’s fans (and shareholders) happy.

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Buying A Home With Solar Installed: Things To Know

Buying a house with a solar system already installed

Solar panels already installed on a house you buy can be a great thing – or a nightmare. Here are some tips on what you should be checking.

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New Solar Inverters And Batteries From Australia’s Redback

Redback Technologies

Queensland company Redback Technologies has a fresh new look, plus new inverter and battery products on the way designed for the Australian market.

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