Last week’s post about solar inverter security sparked a lot of interest and a few good questions I’d like to answer; starting with one from TJ that reminded me people are justifiably and genuinely worried.
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SA Energy Minister — Dan Pellekaan — Says $9,300 For A Tesla Powerwall 2 Is “Very Expensive”
Last month my boss, Finn, received a letter inviting him to a “Home Battery Forum” hosted by South Australia’s Minister for Energy and Mining, Daniel Cornelius van Holst Pellekaan, at the Marion RSL. As Finn couldn’t make it and I was curious what the Dutchest of all Australian Energy Ministers had to say, I attended.
[Continue reading…]Victoria’s Day Of Solar Action This Thursday
A rally on the steps of Victoria’s Parliament House this Thursday will endeavour to get it through the Victorian Government’s skull that not only is the nature of the Solar Homes PV rebate crippling the state’s solar industry, many Victorians are missing out on reaping the benefits of solar power.
[Continue reading…]A Big Week For Big Solar In Australia
A lot has been happening on the large-scale solar energy front in Australia in the past week – here’s a roundup of some of the notable events.
[Continue reading…]Inquiry Into Sustainability Of Energy Supply And Resources In NSW
A new inquiry by the New South Wales Legislative Assembly’s Environment and Planning Committee is delving into the economic opportunities for renewables in the state, and how to support communities affected by changing resource markets.
[Continue reading…]Cedar Grove Environmental Centre Construction Update
Construction of a wastewater treatment facility with a curious name – Cedar Grove Environmental Centre – is 40% complete says Queensland’s Logan City Council.
[Continue reading…]Rebate Rage: The Battle To Save Victoria’s Residential Solar Industry
Workers are being laid off and solar businesses are closing their doors in Victoria. Solar buyers, system owners and the Victorian community in general should also be worried as the crisis will have some serious knock-on effects.
[Continue reading…]Charging Your EV From The Grid Is Cheaper & Greener Than Charging From A Home Battery
The first thing I’ll do in this article is point out it’s difficult to fit caveats into a headline. The second thing I’ll do now I’m writing the article and have the space to explain is state there are exceptions to the two main points I am about to make, which are: It doesn’t make […]
[Continue reading…]Noosa, City Of Melbourne Councils Declaring Climate Emergencies
Two more Australian councils are joining the growing number of local governments to declare climate emergencies – Noosa Shire and City of Melbourne.
[Continue reading…]Product Warranty Boost In Australia For Phono Solar Panels
Sumec Australia has announced a 15-year product warranty now applies to all standard modules delivered from Phono Solar since the beginning of July 2019.
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