Interest in rooftop solar is surging, along with EVs and batteries. But how close are we to reaching the limits of where it can be installed?
Solar Insiders Podcast: Is there such a thing as ‘peak solar’?
Four ways to reduce your household energy use – proven by research
Four ways that research indicates households can reduce their energy use – and save money in the process.
Solar and battery virtual power plant trial launches in Alice Springs
Northern Territory launches virtual power plant (VPP) trial in Alice Springs involving 50 participants with solar and battery storage systems.
Interest in solar batteries and EVs is growing – but so is consumer confusion
As demand for solar, home batteries and EVs grows, a new information hub seeks to remove the guesswork for consumers wishing to invest in new energy technology.
New REC solar panels bat for a rooftop “sweet spot” Down Under
REC's new Alpha Pure-R hits Australian market with some local spin and the promise of optimal power output, size and environmental footprint.
Great Solar Business Podcast: Smart hot water diverters
Scott Young from Catch Power explains why hot water diverters have come of age and how they can save consumers hundreds of dollars.
“Winesolar:” Vineyard taps PV for clean power – and better grapes
Spanish utility Iberdrola commissions Spain’s first smart agrivoltaic plant at vineyards in the city of Toledo – for clean power and better quality wine.
When the grid goes down, can solar and batteries power your home?
As Hurricane Ian wreaks havoc in the US, a Berkeley Lab team explores what it takes for homes and buildings to ride out long power outages with solar and batteries.
Solar installers warned to expect site visits in new rooftop crackdown
Plans unveiled for a six-month inspection blitz of the rooftop solar installation industry in New South Wales.
Traditional Owners launch second successful solar and battery project
Dja Dja Wurrung Aboriginal Corp installs 32.4kW solar system and 14KWh battery on the Dja Dja Wurrung Corporate and Community Centre.
Small communities could be buying and selling electric power right now – here’s how
Can community investment in renewable energy microgrids unlock revenue streams from energy arbitrage? We model a theoretical example to find out.
No rooftop, no problem: “Solar garden” offering opens to whole of grid
Haystacks offer of "plots" of PV to customers unable to install panels on their rooftops extends beyond NSW to other NEM states.
Great Solar Business Podcast: Are heat pumps the future?
The history, technology and future of heat pump technology and what it means for solar businesses, with Chris Taylor from Apricus.
SunPower unveils two new SunVault battery options
US solar company SunPower has unveiled two new versions of its popular SunVault battery storage products, including a 19.5kWh and 39kWh version.
Tasmania announces interest free loans for solar, batteries and efficiency upgrades
Brighte Capital tapped for Tasmanian Energy Saver Loan Scheme, to provide interest free loans for rooftop solar, battery storage, and energy efficiency upgrades.
Customers have the power in the shift to solar and batteries, they just don’t know it yet
The energy transition means solar and batteries taking an active role in the energy market. The key will be to bring consumers along for the ride.
