It’s official – an Australian design rule to make new electric vehicles safer will come into play from November 2025. [Read more…]
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Why Faster Home EV Charging Gives Better Returns
Charging at 16A on 3-phase = 11 kW charging rate.
Solar power systems have been saving us money for years, but what about saving some for later? With large solar arrays on houses becoming the norm, finding places to store all the goodness is becoming more important. Faster EV charging is an excellent place to start. [Read more…]
10 Lessons In History That Tell Us Electric Vehicles Are Here To Stay
The widespread adoption of electric vehicles in Australia is not without challenges, one of which is overcoming resistance to change. It seems that no matter how credible the case for EV adoption is, there is always a chorus of naysayers in the background trying to undermine the consensus. [Read more…]
There’s No Room for Nostalgia With Australia’s Energy Future
Sometimes moderating the comments section is trying. Some trolls get quietly and politely under your skin, and the best way to save yourself from a satisfying expletive-laden rant (that may get you sacked) is a measured blog post to explain the situation. [Read more…]
Trina Lays Out Path To 30% Solar Cell Efficiency
This is interesting: not just a new module technology from Trina Solar, but one with a pathway to 30% cell efficiency.
Unmasking The Energy Illuminati: Notes From The Smart Energy Conference
All of this energy industry technology and here’s me with a flat phone battery.
Dear reader, I’ve taken the plunge and weathered another trade show, Smart Energy 2023, so you don’t have to. [Read more…]
Budget 2023. Direct Bill Reductions: Dumb. Low Cost Loans: Smart
Last night the Treasurer gave a half-hour Budget speech. I listened in because lately, there hasn’t been enough boredom in my life. There is a lot I could say about this year’s budget — but I won’t. I’ll stick to discussing energy. Mostly, the Government’s plan for providing cost-of-energy relief to low-income households and how they’re doing it wrong. [Read more…]
Are EVs Worth It In Australia? Let The Numbers Decide, With Our Free, Nerdy Excel Tool
Unsure if EVs are the right fit for you? We’ve got you covered. This article presents an advanced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and emissions calculator to compare EVs and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, available via a link at the end. And yes, we’re talking about emissions too! After all, that’s what kick-started the EV revolution. But for those focused on the bottom line, fear not – this calculator mostly focuses on dollars. [Read more…]
Solar For Strata: The Definitive Guide to SolShare’s Pros and Cons
Is SolShare Worth It For Multi-Unit Properties?
If you’re a strata-titled property owner researching rooftop solar, you’ve likely come across Allume Energy’s SolShare, a solar-sharing solution that’s turning heads. While this cutting-edge technology has great potential, it’s essential to consider if it’s the right fit for your particular strata. Let’s investigate the details and objectively evaluate SolShare’s compatibility with your property.
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The Net Zero Australia Report & The $7-9 Trillion Panic
The Net Zero Australia Report came out on Friday, and I gotta tell ya, it’s a doozy! It’s so enormous the report’s summary report is 95 pages. It would take me a month of Sundays to get through the whole thing, but I have exactly one Sunday, so I’ll quickly say what it’s about and describe how you’re likely to see its results abused online and in the media. [Read more…]
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