Solar gardens could be a solution for people locked out of the booming renewable energy market, experts say, as the first of its kind prepares to pay investors.
Two EVs and a heated pool: The first family to install a Tesla Powerwall 3 home battery in Australia
The first family to install a Tesla Powerwall 3 home battery in Australia expects a quick payback. “We’re spending about $5000 a year on power and we’re expecting that to disappear.”
Study finds newer homes more energy efficient, but building standards still need tweaking
Apartments and houses built in the last decade are more energy efficient and easier to cool or heat, a CSIRO study has revealed.
LG to ramp up recall program with 4,400 homes still at risk
Technology giant LG will launch an urgent year-long advertising campaign after it emerged more than 4000 Australian homes were still using solar batteries that could overheat and catch fire.
Landlords join call for rebates to help renters and apartments get solar and go electric
People who live in apartments are less likely to benefit from solar power or efficient electric appliances and they need targeted help, a conference has heard.
Untapped rooftop solar: Australian homes could save $9.3 billion a year, UNSW study finds
Australian households could save $9.3 billion on energy bills each year by investing in the 46 GW of untapped solar potential of residential rooftops across the nation, new report finds.
Winemaker installs largest solar farm by an Australian beverage producer
Firm behind Yellow Tail wine and Yenda Brewing Co completes $10 million solar farm that will supply one-third of the energy needs of its biggest winery.
Australia needs more batteries, EVs and electricians
Australia needs to recruit more female electricians, deploy more home solar batteries and connect electric cars to the grid, a Senate inquiry has heard.
Solar battery faces compulsory recall after house fires
Australia’s consumer watchdog is weighing up whether to issue a compulsory recall for an LG solar battery after 13 fires, including one that destroyed a house.
Community renewables projects now powering thousands of homes, study reveals
Local energy projects are powering up in Australia, with a report showing they have generated enough electricity to power 2800 homes for a year.