We talk with RayGen’s Richard Payne at the newly opened solar and storage plant in Carwarp. Plus: Consumer power to fill coal gap.
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Solar Insiders Podcast: Confessions of a solar and battery nerd
We talk to early adopter and self confessed “energy nerd” Andrew Wilson about the key lessons he has learned from four years with home solar and storage.
Does the switch to an induction cooktop mean expensive electric wiring upgrades?
Online forums are full of this half-baked claim, and it may be putting people off quitting gas. Here’s how to right-size circuits for induction cooktops.
Solar Insiders Podcast: Volt from the blue
We talk to Peter Leeson about the rise and rise of his Australian made Volt solar tile, which is being installed on rooftops in every state in Australia – and setting records overseas.
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.
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.”
Solar Insiders Podcast: Demystifying home electrification
Going all-electric is not easy – or is it? University of Wollongong’s Ty Christopher shares his lived and worked experience of home electrification and busts some myths.
Solar Insiders Podcast: Small town, medium battery – big solar win
We head to the Victorian goldfields town of Maldon to hear why it’s the perfect place for a community battery – and how grid-side energy storage is becoming a key network tool.
Solar Insiders Podcast: Solar recycling vs solar recovery
Rob Gell from Solar Recovery Corp on why recycling is not the best solution to Australia’s solar waste problem – and how his company hopes to set a new path.
Solar Insiders Podcast: Solar, batteries and landlords
Solar Victoria’s Stan Krpan on the new incentives for rooftop solar and battery storage. Plus: Should landlords be required to install rooftop solar?