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SolarQuotes TV Launch – Episode 1

February 9, 2021 2021-02-09T07:52:49 by Michael Bloch 4 Comments

Following on from the popular SolarQuotes vodcast series, Finn kicks off the first season of SolarQuotes TV. In this first episode:

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NSW’s Hunter New England Health Heading For Carbon Neutral

February 9, 2021 2021-02-09T06:51:40 by Michael Bloch Leave a Comment

Lots of solar panels and electric cars are on the cards for New South Wales’ Hunter New England Health as it strives for carbon neutrality by 2030.

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Renewables Need More Long Distance Transmission. Low Interest Rates Can Make That Happen.

February 8, 2021 2021-02-08T10:46:43 by Ronald Brakels 19 Comments

Long-distance transmission sends electrical energy from where it’s generated to where it’s used. If we had more of it, electricity prices would be lower, and the integration of solar and wind farms would be easier. Thanks to record low-interest rates, more of it is exactly what we’re going to get.

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Electric Hot Water System VPP Trial In South Australia

February 8, 2021 2021-02-08T07:21:54 by Michael Bloch 4 Comments

Solahart electric hot water system VPP trial

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced funding for Rheem’s Active Hot Water Control project in South Australia. The trial involves storing excess solar electricity – both self-generated and from the grid – using thousands of electric hot water systems.

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Australian Solar Systems Interest Index – February 2021

February 8, 2021 2021-02-08T05:24:02 by Michael Bloch Leave a Comment

The start of 2021 saw many Australians hit the ground running in getting ready to install an energy bill busting solar power system.

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Queensland Solar For Rentals Rebate Trial Results

February 5, 2021 2021-02-05T05:18:04 by Michael Bloch Leave a Comment

Queensland’s Department of Energy and Public Works has revealed some of the outcomes of a trial involving rebates for solar power system installations on private rental properties.

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Glenrowan West Solar Farm Construction Reaches Final Phase

February 4, 2021 2021-02-04T07:14:10 by Michael Bloch Leave a Comment

Victoria’s Glenrowan West Solar Farm has moved into the final phase of construction and is expected to commence commercial operation in March this year.

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