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.
Australia’s biggest coal grid sets rooftop solar pace as market reboots for 2024
Germany simplifies rules for hundreds of thousands of “balcony” solar systems
German regulators have simplified the registration of plug-in balcony solar PV units or 'balcony power plants' in the face of huge demand.
Maxeon sets new efficiency record for rooftop solar panels
Singaporean PV manufacturer sets another efficiency rating record – and takes legal action against a solar giant over alleged patent infringement.
Networks embrace stand-alone power as solar and batteries beat out poles and wires
Two completely off-grid solar, battery and diesel generator systems have gone live in New South Wales, owned and operated by a network company. Is this the new norm?
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.
If you’ve got a dark roof, you’re spending almost $700 extra a year to keep your house cool
Cool roofs have many benefits, including to boost aircon efficiency and make solar work more efficiently. So why is this being ignored in Australia's major cities?
Efficient electric appliances save consumers $18 billion over 10 years
Choosing the right appliance can shrink your power bill and make a dent in a business or household's carbon footprint, according to federal government data.
What happens to recalled home batteries? New deal will see them recycled
Leading Australian battery recycler signs three-year deal with LG Energy Solution to recycle recalled lithium-ion batteries across the country.
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.
Smart meters haven’t delivered promised benefits to electricity users. We can do better
New research offers a solution to unleash the promised benefits of smart meters at least cost.
Solar Insiders Podcast: Heat pump demand red hot, batteries just warming up
Solar Victoria CEO Stan Krpan talks rebate milestones, red hot heat pump demand and home battery uptake. Plus rooftop solar crackdowns and a battery business in trouble.
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.
Neighbourhood battery roll out seeks to soak up solar in the regions
Victoria is ratcheting up its push toward legislated storage targets, choosing 20 regional towns to host neighbourhood batteries following an election pledge.
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.
Supercharged solar-for-renters scheme back on political agenda
Advocates of super-charged solar-for-renters scheme say rental households could save more than $700 annually on power bills with grants of up to $3500 for the installation of rooftop PV.
