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Phase Shift: Boycott The Products, Not The Progress

May 31, 2025 2025-05-30T03:04:08 by Finn Peacock 77 Comments

It’s okay to boycott Tesla products. If Elon Musk’s tweets make your teeth itch, if his politics repulse you, or if his general vibe just gives you the ick, fair enough. Buying something is emotional and if seeing a Tesla logo in your garage would make you miserable, you shouldn’t buy one.

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The Dumb Way Plumbers Can Ruin Your Day

May 30, 2025 2025-05-29T17:04:22 by Anthony Bennett 8 Comments

It might not appear to be earth-shattering, but a malfunctioning hot water storage tank may just shatter your walls. Here’s how a perfect storm (or an unlicensed idiot) can do real damage.

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Report: Energy-Efficient Australian Homes Sell For (Much) More

May 30, 2025 2025-05-30T05:00:45 by Michael Bloch 4 Comments

Australian homes with energy efficiency features have generally been selling for more than those that don’t for years. But how much more in 2025? A new report puts dollar figures on it.

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NSW Charges Ahead On EV Push with $41.2M Boost

May 29, 2025 2025-05-29T06:05:05 by Michael Bloch 10 Comments

The latest grants from New South Wales’ Minns Government and co-contributions from the private sector will see $41.2 million invested to install another 246 fast and ultra-fast EV chargers across the state; all powered by renewables.

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Solar Victoria’s Home Battery Loans Scheme Ends

May 28, 2025 2025-05-28T06:05:30 by Michael Bloch Leave a Comment

Solar Victoria's home battery loans page

Victorians wanting to apply for a State Government interest-free loan for a home battery system will be disappointed after applications closed yesterday.

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It’s (Home Battery) Payback Time

May 27, 2025 2025-05-27T09:19:08 by Michael Bloch 53 Comments

Home battery payback times: they are a’changin’ thanks to the upcoming government rebate. Discover how long simple payback can be achieved in your state/territory as part of determining if installing a solar battery is worth it for you.

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Electricity Price Rises Revealed: Here’s How To Avoid Being Hit

May 26, 2025 2025-05-26T15:27:30 by Max Opray 10 Comments

Electricity bills are set to surge by up to 9.7% for some Australians from July, according to the latest reference price details released by the Australian Energy Regulator, although most households will see smaller increases.

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Installing A Battery Before The Rebate Starts? Follow These Rules.

May 26, 2025 2025-09-11T12:08:09 by Anthony Bennett 13 Comments

I’m sitting at the back of what we call the solarcoaster, the front carriage has disappeared over the edge, and it’s weighed down by a tonne of batteries. As the whole train accelerates, the sales department whoops, the customers giggle and the installers scream. If you are one of these thrill-seekers wanting to take a […]

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