Experts share tips on how households can avoid paying a network “sun tax” and get more bang for their solar buck as feed-in tariffs bottom out.
Get smart and get storage: Home batteries and other ways to put “sun tax” in the shade
Light-bulb moment for energy savings with halogens to be phased out
Using more efficient, longer-lasting light bulbs required by tougher minimum energy performance standards could save homes and businesses thousands of dollars.
Green bank allocates another $50 million to boost smart meters for homes
Australia’s green bank is investing $50 million to firm up the electricity grid by giving consumers more control of their homes, electric cars and energy bills.
New tools for lenders to assess the climate risks of 11 million homes
A data-rich tool will gauge the energy efficiency and climate profile of the nation’s 11 million homes, with some already too risky for mortgage lenders.
Households give power companies a fail on value for money, trustworthiness
Consumers think gas and electricity companies offer worse value than supermarkets, a survey shows, as regulators and energy bosses gather for a summit.
Promised $1 billion in home energy upgrades yet to reach a single household
The $1 billion allocated to Australia’s green bank for household energy upgrades is yet to reach a single home, a senate budget hearing has been told.
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.
Home solar, batteries, EVs could unlock savings of $19 billion by 2040
A meta-analysis of nine studies finds flexibility will be vital to unlock the most value from consumer energy resources and could slash the cost of transitioning to renewables.
Energy saving and electrification grants of up to $25,000 up for grabs for business
Federal funding totaling $41.2 million will be allocated to Australian businesses for upgrades to freezers, air conditioning and other equipment.
Rooftop solar, batteries, pool pumps, hot water: Arena backs 510MW household VPP
A virtual power plant made up of rooftop solar, car batteries, pool pumps and hot water systems is expected to save electric homes hundreds of dollars.
