If the idea of handing control of your home battery over to a Virtual Power Plant operator (VPP) doesn’t appeal to you, perhaps participating in a Virtual Energy Network (VEN) will. [Read more…]
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Alinta Energy Launches ‘No-Cost’ Solar And Battery Deal
A partnership between energy retailer Alinta Energy and NRN (National Renewable Network) is offering households complete solar and battery systems with no upfront cost, no financing, and no repayments. So, how does this work? [Read more…]
Flat By Tea Time: Why A Small Battery Is A Big Problem
Having noticed a few different hardware retailers and grocery shops making moves into the home battery market, it seems prudent to point out the pitfalls of cheap small systems.
Recently we detailed why bigger isn’t always better, but this time around I’d like to explain how we arrive at just right.
Phase Shift: The Customer Is Always Right (Except With Solar)
A fancy burger joint near the SolarQuotes office opened six months ago. It was small and stylish. And just closed down. I wasn’t surprised.
Smart Energy Needs Smarter Customers
Recently the Smart Energy Council held a conference in Adelaide and by all accounts it was a roaring success, much like the battery incentive that’s currently driving the whole solar industry.
When the SEC said they were looking for industry experts to offer some insight, I figured they’d emailed me by mistake, but I went along anyway with some images to riff off of and enough notes to wing it for 15 minutes of fame.
Solar Sunshot Sparking More Australian Manufacturing
Australia’s only solar panel manufacturer and several local polysilicon hopefuls have received a significant boost through the Albanese government’s Solar Sunshot initiative. [Read more…]
ECA’s Call For Fair, Affordable Public EV Charging Access
A report commissioned by Energy Consumers Australia (ECA) makes initial recommendations for creating affordable public electric vehicle charging that’s accessible to all — and ECA is looking for feedback. [Read more…]
Australia’s Consumer Watchdog Weighs In On VPP Programs
Participation in new energy services such as virtual power plants is building and consumers need better protection says the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). [Read more…]
Eye-Popping Home Battery Installation Stats Revealed
Statistics released by the Clean Energy Regulator (CER) on Friday indicate Australians wasted no time taking advantage of the federal government’s national home battery rebate. [Read more…]
AGL Launches ‘Three For Free’ Electricity Plan
Energy retailer AGL is offering a new residential power plan offering three hours of ‘free’ electricity each day. It sounds like a good deal, but is it? Plus, news on AGL’s latest VPP venture. [Read more…]
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