{"id":102116,"date":"2026-10-02T05:32:52","date_gmt":"2026-10-01T20:02:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.solarquotes.com.au\/blog\/?p=102116"},"modified":"2026-10-01T06:28:47","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T20:58:47","slug":"everything-electric-sydney-2026-electrification-roundup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.solarquotes.com.au\/blog\/everything-electric-sydney-2026-electrification-roundup\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything Electric Sydney 2026: Electrification Roundup"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Here\u2019s a roundup of the latest charging and home electrification news from Everything Electric Sydney 2026. There are smart solar EV chargers for under $1,000, EV chargers installed on power poles, and a pool pump that runs directly on solar power. Let\u2019s dive in.<\/p>\n

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Smart EV Chargers Get Cheaper<\/h2>\n

Electric vehicle (EV) chargers were on display at Everything Electric Sydney, held from 18 to 20 September at Sydney Olympic Park. The most important news wasn\u2019t about a new charger design, but about lower prices.<\/p>\n

Solar-capable smart chargers are often expensive. As myenergi says, buyers have had to pick between “a dumb, cheap charger” or spending “a lot more money for a premium smart charger.” At the show, two single-phase charger brands offered smart chargers for under $1,000 (sort of).<\/p>\n

myenergi zappi GLO<\/h3>\n

A UK company makes the zappi. Finn Peacock, the founder of SolarQuotes, didn\u2019t have a good experience with an early model zappi charger, which he mentions\u00a0on this page<\/a>. But others were impressed with them<\/a>. Currently, 121 people have rated them on their SolarQuotes review page, so we can say they are reasonably popular.<\/p>\n

The zappi GLO is myenergi\u2019s way of making smart charging more affordable for more homes. It has been available in the UK and Europe for a year, and myenergi says it quickly became their best-selling product. It’s available in Australia now for $999, including GST<\/span><\/a>. This does not include installation.<\/p>\n

By removing the screen, the GLO stays simple and affordable. However, you\u2019ll need to use the app for all controls and information. If you prefer checking your charger\u2019s status at a glance, consider this before buying.<\/p>\n

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Evnex E2 Flex<\/h3>\n

Evnex, a charger manufacturer from New Zealand, designs and builds its chargers in Christchurch. Evnex says it has installed over 20,000 chargers across Australia and New Zealand, with about 10,000 in each country.<\/p>\n

The E2 Flex is Evnex\u2019s most affordable smart charger, priced at $799. It seemed to be the lowest-priced smart charger at the show. However, solar charging is not included by default.<\/p>\n

You can add solar charging later with a $349 software update over Wi-Fi. No hardware changes are needed, and your electrician does not need to return. This option works for people planning to get solar in the future or those who want a smart charger now and solar charging later.<\/p>\n

In total, solar charging with the Flex costs $1,148, which is still reasonable, but above their advertised price point. You’ll need to pay for installation as well.<\/p>\n

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For more on the brand, see our Evnex review<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n

SOLAFLO, A Pool Pump That Runs Off Solar<\/h2>\n

Mark Kirtland, founder and CEO of SOLAFLO, spent seven years developing what he describes as the world\u2019s first low-voltage, DC-powered pool pump that\u2019s silent at all speeds.<\/p>\n

Solar panels and home batteries produce direct current (DC). Your pool pump, like almost everything else in your house, runs on 230-volt alternating current (AC).<\/p>\n

To run a pool pump on solar, you usually need to convert DC to AC using an inverter. Each time you do this, some energy is lost.<\/p>\n

SOLAFLO\u2019s pump operates directly on DC power. It uses a brushless DC motor, which is controlled electronically rather than with moving parts that touch. This design loses less energy and is quieter.<\/p>\n

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SOLAFLO pool pump.<\/p><\/div>\n

Water flows over the motor to keep it cool. As a result, Kirtland says it is the first pool pump to be silent at all speeds, even at full power. Most variable-speed pumps are only quiet when running at lower speeds.<\/p>\n

Pool pumps are usually among the biggest energy users in a home. Replacing an inefficient pump can free up energy for other uses, such as EV charging.<\/p>\n

You have two ways to power it:<\/p>\n