The short answer: Expect a home battery in a temperate climate with typical use to last 15 – 17 years. Solar batteries exposed to higher temperatures, and worked hard every day, could have an effective life of 12 – 14 years.
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AGL’s EV Tariff: Cheap Charging But A Caveat For Home Batteries
In good news for EV owners that must charge overnight, AGL now offers nighttime EV charging tariffs.
[Continue reading…]SA’s $98 Million Solar And EV Integration Plan: A Model For Australia?
SA Power Networks (SAPN) expects to spend $97.8 million integrating home solar PV and large loads such as electric vehicles into its network in the five years 2025-2030.
[Continue reading…]Can You Install A Smart Solar Meter On A Strata Townhouse? YES!
Smart Meter Installation Woes in Sydney. Recently we wrote about an instance in Queensland where a solar meter changeover on a detached suburban home had gone sideways. As it happens, another example that caught my attention involved multiple meters in a strata-owned switchboard.
[Continue reading…]Tesla’s Powerwall Hits Cheapest Australian Price Since 2019 With $750 Rebate
Tesla has announced a $750 rebate for its Powerwall in Australia, a part of a global rebate push that includes the USA (US$500) and the UK (£350). Here’s a breakdown of what this means for prospective Australian Powerwall buyers.
[Continue reading…]Sizing Up Solar Batteries: A Comprehensive Guide to Dimensions and Energy Density
While we often talk about solar battery capacity, let’s take a detour and explore their physical dimensions – yes, their actual size. It may seem like an odd question to some, but understanding the dimensions can make all the difference if you’re short on space.
[Continue reading…]3 Million EVs, 22.46 Gigawatts: A Sober Look at Australia’s V2G Future
Many clued-up Australians dream of their electric car not only taking them places but powering their home and even the grid. Keep reading, and you’ll discover how Vehicle-to-Grid technology (V2G) could outdo Australia’s entire coal fleet in terms of power delivered (kW) but not energy (kWh) and what that means for our future energy mix.
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Are Hot Water Heat Pumps All They’re Cracked Up to Be?
Last week, I extolled the virtues of heat pumps, lauding their unparalleled efficiency. As promised, it’s time to investigate why these newfangled appliances might not be as splendid as they seem.
[Continue reading…]Jinko’s Suntank Battery Bounces Back With An Improved Warranty
This article is all about the Jinko Suntank Battery’s technical specs. Two months ago, I wrote about its terrible warranty and decided no one in their right mind should buy it. But — to their credit — Jinko replaced the original warranty with a much better one shortly after my post was published.
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