Sun, surf, sand – and solar batteries. Some home battery manufacturers have warranty exclusions for coastal installations that prospective beachside-dwelling buyers should be aware of; and even Australians living a little further away.
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Australia’s Pollinate Group Pumps Up Solar In Nepal & India
Some of the world’s poorest communities are replacing dirty diesel generators and wood-fired stoves with solar water pumps and induction cooktops, thanks to the efforts of Melbourne-headquartered social enterprise Pollinate Group.
[Continue reading…]Phase Shift: New Battery? Great! Now Switch It Off Until July
Credit where it’s due: Labor’s proposed home battery rebate is the right policy at the right time — for the most part.
[Continue reading…]The Greens’ Solar For Renters Pledge: A Bridge Too Far?
More stick than carrot could be perceived in the Greens’ proposed Renters Right To Solar pledge. It will be interesting to see how landlords react.
[Continue reading…]Double-Dipping Labor’s Battery Incentive: Big Savings, Big Problems
Labor’s election promise of a federal battery incentive is eye-catching enough on its own, but especially lucrative is how it can potentially be combined with state-level schemes. We’ve run the numbers to calculate the savings from double-dipping, and they’re big — but so are the potential issues.
[Continue reading…]“Super-Complaint” May Finally Scuttle Unsolicited Solar Sales
Consumer Action Law Centre is calling on the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission to implement a nationwide ban on the scourge of unsolicited selling, including door-to-door and telemarketing sales of solar power systems.
[Continue reading…]How Getting Off Gas Will Save You Money
Every second word from politicians and the media this election campaign seems to be about how Australia should double down on supposedly cheap gas. I’ve taken a deeper look at how much money Australian households could actually save by getting off gas, and the amount will make your head spin worse than a leaky stovetop.
[Continue reading…]Tesla Factory Proposed For Adelaide Community Land
Timing is everything – and this proposed factory/warehouse project in Adelaide for Tesla on what is currently community land comes at a very interesting time.
[Continue reading…]Brand Name, Botched Game: Cheap Installs Of Quality Solar
Ever heard an installer promise a premium brand of solar panel, battery or inverter for an absolute bargain? As the old saying goes: if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Here’s why good quality gear doesn’t always mean a good quality job.
[Continue reading…]Aiko Brings Super-Light Nebular Solar Panels To Australia
While targeting commercial and other applications, Aiko’s comparatively featherweight Nebular solar panels may find some residential uses in Australia too.
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