Yesterday was a mild, sunny day in Adelaide that saw oodles of solar energy pumped into the grid. So much so, it appears SAPN flexed its flexible exports curtailment muscle.
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Can You Install The Powerwall 3 On A Three-Phase Home?
Australians sure are excited about the Tesla Powerwall 3, and we are getting truckloads of queries about it. The most common question by far is: Can I put a Powerwall 3 on my 3-phase home?
[Continue reading…]Approved Solar Products In Australia: So Many Choices!
How many solar products are currently approved for installation in Australia by the Clean Energy Council (CEC)? The answer may surprise you. Here’s how to navigate the dizzying array of options.
[Continue reading…]Your EV Has A 12 Volt Battery – It Can Stop You Dead
Running late on the morning school run? That’s when problems tend to hit. Even with two EVs and a PHEV in the driveway, I’ve learned flat 12v batteries are still a problem, and keeping a few tools handy can save the day. Let me show you why charging a flat 12v battery can be quicker […]
[Continue reading…]Australian Smart Meter Rollout: When Will It Be Complete?
Smart meters are transforming how Australians monitor and manage their electricity usage, especially for solar system owners. But how close are we to a full rollout, and what challenges remain?
[Continue reading…]EV And Home Battery Health-Checks Encouraging
Two recently released reports suggest lithium-ion EV and home batteries should stand the test of (warranty) time.
[Continue reading…]The Cost Of Victoria’s Emergency Backstop For Solar
In just over a week, Victoria’s Emergency Backstop Mechanism (VEBM) requirement for rooftop solar systems comes into effect. Here’s what’s happening, why and how much it might cost all electricity customers.
[Continue reading…]The Top-Rated Solar Installers In Melbourne In 2024
Who are the top five solar installers servicing Melbourne in 2024? Here are the best, as rated by SolarQuotes reviewers over the past three years.
[Continue reading…]NETCC Proposed Changes: Have Your Say (Soon)
Remember the New Energy Tech Consumer Code (NETCC)? It’s still around and there are changes in the wind.
[Continue reading…]The Solar Deposit Dilemma: How Much Can Installers Really Ask For?
How much deposit can solar installers request – and does compulsory insurance apply? Find out in our state-by-state (and territory) guide.
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