Victoria’s Essential Services Commission (ESC) has proposed new rules that would compel the state’s energy retailers to shift some customers onto cheaper electricity and gas plans.
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Bound in Red Tape: NSW Tries to Fix Its Battery Rebate
The NSW Government has been seeking advice on improving the Peak Demand Reduction Scheme, as it works to harmonise the state battery incentive in anticipation of a federal rebate. Here’s how the bureaucrats are working to fix a myriad of problems, and what installers want to see changed.
[Continue reading…]Buying Solar Panels: How Many Will You Need?
Here’s what you need to know when it comes to buying the right and right number of solar panels for your home in 2025 — and discover the biggest mistake to avoid.
[Continue reading…]Phase Shift: Premium Solar Panels Are Dead
I’ve got top-of-the-range REC Alpha panels on my roof. I’m a solar snob. Or at least, I was.
[Continue reading…]How To Get Off Ducted Gas Before It Sucks Up All Your Money
Winter is coming and the glorified tents that we call houses in Australia are getting cold, which means people with ducted gas heating are basically setting fire to money to keep warm. But ducted gas systems don’t only suck up your cash: they suck at heating efficiently too. Here’s how to replace them.
[Continue reading…]New EV Chargers From Enphase/Sungrow For Australia
It shouldn’t be long before the new Sungrow EV charger will reach our shores and the “V2X-capable” Enphase IQ 2 won’t be far behind it. Here’s a taste of what’s to come and (approximately) when.
[Continue reading…]Australian Home Energy Report: Opportunities And Challenges
Many Australians are eager to invest in energy efficiency upgrades for their homes, but cost isn’t the only perceived obstacle according to a new report.
[Continue reading…]Getting Off Gas Cooking: Do It For The Kids
Still tossing up on getting rid of gas appliances in your home in favour of electrification? Here’s another compelling reason for making the switch, particularly if you have kids – you’ll be helping to protect their health.
[Continue reading…]Do You Really Need To Bin Your Solar To Get The Battery Rebate?
Millions of solar panels are expected to be chucked out as a result of the federal government’s home battery rebate. But do you really need to throw your system in the bin, and if so, what should you replace it with?
[Continue reading…]Longi Unveils Monster 510W Residential Solar Panel
Chinese solar panel manufacturer Longi offered a look at its new line of heterojunction back contact modules boasting up to 510 Watts capacity at Intersolar Europe last week. The EcoLife series still manages to sneak within what would be considered suitable sizing for residential rooftop installations – but only just.
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