More than $7 million in grants is up for grabs in Western Australia to support the installation of EV charging infrastructure across the state at workplaces, tourist destinations, and along key travel routes.
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Trina Scores “Eastern Oscar” For Vertex S+ Solar Panels
Trinasolar’s Vertex S+ solar panels, which are available in Australia, have picked up another major design award to add to the company’s trophy cabinet – this one in Japan.
[Continue reading…]Wallbox Hits 1,000,000 EV Charger Milestone
Spain’s Wallbox Group says it has surpassed past one million EV chargers sold globally as at the end of the second quarter this year.
[Continue reading…]Redback Resurgence: New Solar Inverters And Batteries
Queensland’s Redback Technologies has launched its new range of solar inverters and batteries at All-Energy Australia in Melbourne today.
[Continue reading…]Battery Owners: Why You Still See Small Energy Imports Despite a Full Battery
The only thing that’s grown more than electricity bills recently is the number of new solar power systems installed with batteries. I’m guessing a close third is the growth of my inbox, specifically with questions about small unwanted energy imports. Read on while I explain; please, stop emailing me…
[Continue reading…]Air Conditioning In Australia: Time To Get Smart Says IEEFA
Air conditioners sold in Australia need to meet minimum efficiency standards, but not minimum “smarts”. This should change says a new report from IEEFA. Here’s why.
[Continue reading…]New Catch Control: 6 Channels Of Kick Ass Home Energy Management
For years now, Catch Power has offered what I think is the go-to consumption meter for single-phase houses. Now that the six-channel unit has arrived, your three-phase house can enjoy the same benefits. Electricity bills might be growing, but thankfully, Catch Power is adding features to its Catch Control faster than retailers can add zeroes […]
[Continue reading…]Renew Australia For All: “Think Big And Do It Right”

A recently launched movement backed by dozens of organisations is continuing its push for what it says will be a fairer, better and more secure future for all Australians; one underpinned by clean, renewable energy.
[Continue reading…]Midday Is The New Off-Peak: How To Harness It With Smart Diversion

Off-peak, ‘controlled load’ has traditionally been cheap electricity overnight, but these days, “over lunch” is the cheapest electricity ever. If you’ve got a hot water service, floor heating or a similar load, you can take advantage of this ridiculously cheap energy. Read on, and I’ll explain how.
[Continue reading…]Australia’s Most EV-Friendly Capitals And Regions
Rollin Insurance has taken a stab at determining the most EV-friendly capital cities, regions and sub-regions in Australia.
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