The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) estimates more than 80% of National Electricity Market (NEM) households are paying more for electricity than they need to. [Read more…]
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A Very Solar Xmas Day In Australia
Rooftop solar panels across Australia did their bit to support festivities yesterday with clean energy, and made a significant contribution to meeting overall mains grid electricity demand. [Read more…]
Amberman Soars When Renewables Rule the Grid
Electricity retailer Amber’s 50-metre-high inflatable tube person, claimed to be the world’s tallest, is currently letting Melbournians know when renewables are making up the majority of grid supply. [Read more…]
Australia-China Team Push Solar Limits With IBC Cell Tech
Chinese solar manufacturer Aiko is collaborating with the Australian Centre for Advanced Photovoltaics (ACAP) to create Interdigitated Back Contact (IBC) silicon solar cells with more than 30% conversion efficiency. [Read more…]
Redback Resurgence: New Solar Inverters And Batteries
Queensland’s Redback Technologies has launched its new range of solar inverters and batteries at All-Energy Australia in Melbourne today. [Read more…]
Battery Owners: Why You Still See Small Energy Imports Despite a Full Battery
The only thing that’s grown more than electricity bills recently is the number of new solar power systems installed with batteries. I’m guessing a close third is the growth of my inbox, specifically with questions about small unwanted energy imports. Read on while I explain; please, stop emailing me…
New Catch Control: 6 Channels Of Kick Ass Home Energy Management
For years now, Catch Power has offered what I think is the go-to consumption meter for single-phase houses. Now that the six-channel unit has arrived, your three-phase house can enjoy the same benefits. Electricity bills might be growing, but thankfully, Catch Power is adding features to its Catch Control faster than retailers can add zeroes to your bill.
Australia’s Most EV-Friendly Capitals And Regions
Rollin Insurance has taken a stab at determining the most EV-friendly capital cities, regions and sub-regions in Australia. [Read more…]
Ecogenica EG-215F Heat Pump Hot Water System Recall
Australia’s national consumer product safety regulator has published a recall notice for certain Ecogenica EG-215F heat pump hot water systems over an issue related to electrical safety. [Read more…]
Paint Jobs Gone Wrong: How Roof Restorers Can Ruin Your Solar
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I’ve seen more than one instance where roof restorers have ruined solar arrays, and it’s a horribly wasteful lesson for people to learn. If you’re thinking of having your roof painted, then make sure it doesn’t go pear-shaped with this simple guide to restoring a roof with solar panels on it.
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