Huge demand sees another $6 million added to the budget for the Battery Booster rebate, which offers an up to $4,000 discount on home energy storage.
As rooftop solar systems get bigger, home battery systems are getting smaller
The latest annual Australian Battery Market Report from SunWiz has turned up an interesting trend for 2023: shrinking average battery capacity of household systems.
Energy retailer offers rebates to help customers say goodbye to fossil gas
A leading Australian energy retailer urges its tens of thousands of residential gas customers to go electric, in a deal that offers to wipe the network disconnection cost.
Australia’s biggest coal grid sets rooftop solar pace as market reboots for 2024
Australia’s rooftop PV market is still in the process of ramping up in the new year, with the early Easter break putting an extra dampener on growth.
Booming heat pump hot water market prompts crackdown on compliance and safety
Inspections and audits of newly installed heat pump hot water systems are expected to ramp up across Victoria to ensure standards are being met.
Network sizes up three country towns for “stand alone” microgrids to boost resilience
Three regional towns are being considered for battery backed stand-alone microgrids that would “island” the communities in the event of a major power outage.
Universal smart meter rules put on fast-track in race to harness consumer resources
AEMC says a draft determination on rules governing 100% smart meter uptake will be published within weeks following a decision to fast-track the process.
Heat pump rebates in “huge demand” as households get rid of gas hot water
“Heat pump hot water systems have never been more popular.” With applications coming in at a rate of 700 a week, 8,000 more rebates have been added to meet demand.
Administrators look for answers, and buyers, as Australian home battery outfit fights to survive
Brisbane-based Redback Technologies is in voluntary administration and fighting for survival, just days after showcasing its new home battery.
From gravel pit to solar farm: Pioneering community project nears completion
After years of grit, determination and collaboration, construction is underway on one of Australia’s pioneering community solar and battery storage projects.