Latest data from SunWiz shows average rooftop PV system sizes hitting a new all-time high. Is the message to “cover the roof” with panels getting through?
Rebates of up to $1,000 offered on heat-pump air and water heaters for households
Rebates of up to $1,000 on offer for households that swap out costly and inefficient gas appliances for energy efficient electric alternatives.
Solar and batteries installed for “first-of-a-kind” disaster-proof microgrid
Network company completes first phase of “first-of-a-kind” community microgrid designed to power two coastal communities during grid outages.
Solar Insiders Podcast: Can Australia become a global solar manufacturer?
Australia excels in solar R&D and uptake – but can it become a major supplier of panels? We ask APVI’s Muriel Watt. Plus: solar strife in the regions and a new home battery scheme.
Home battery rebates to be replaced by $8,800 interest free loans
The $8,800 interest free battery loan can, in some cases, wipe out upfront installation costs altogether and boost annual power bill savings to $1500.
Five workers, two weeks, 4,000 solar panels: Outback mine goes 30 pct renewable, fast
Australian solar outfit 5B has speed-delivered a 2.1MW solar system to help power an off-grid iron ore mining operation in WA’s Pilbara region.
Want to slash your winter heating costs by 75 per cent? Ditch gas and go electric
New modelling shows that households in Victoria can save up to 75% on their winter heating bills – just by switching from gas to electric.
How Australia got to 30GW of solar: Households led the way
Australia now has more than 30GW of solar energy generating capacity installed on its grid, a new report has confirmed – so where is it all installed?
Shared solar dream-team hopes to make PV for social housing a “no-brainer”
Four companies join forces to make solar for multi-tenant social housing more affordable – and more accessible – through a discounted package of equipment and technologies.
Electric homes: Tips to navigate gas-free living (without reverting to horse and cart)
Ty Christopher has been living in his all electric home for 25 years. “My kids don’t think their life has been Amish or any different … It’s been zero change to lifestyle.”