“Arbritrage” sounds like a brilliant idea, but is it really worthwhile charging a battery from the grid at off-grid prices?
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How to sell battery storage to early adopters
There’s plenty of early adopters out there who will buy battery storage regardless of the return on investment, because early adopters like the technology and the independence it offers.
Tesla explains why EVs selling electricity to grid not as good as it sounds
Tesla says it doesn’t make economic sense for EVs to send electricity back to the grid, but concedes that “dynamic charging” of EVs at times convenient to the grid is coming.
How residential demand tariffs could add $1000s to your bill
As residential demand tariffs are rolled out around Australia, we take a look at what they are, how they works, and why many households should avoid them at all costs.
Bitcoin-inspired peer-to-peer solar trading trial kicks off in Perth
Perth start-up to begin trials of blockchain technology that, if successful, could kick off peer-to-peer solar trading in Australia.
7 things NSW solar customers should consider as premium tariffs end
The good news is solar owners can still continue to get fantastic returns from their solar systems, the less good news is the returns won’t be the same and utility meters will need to be changed in most cases..
Another NZ energy upstart takes aim at Australian retail market
NZ energy retail start-up Flick Electric says Australia an ideal market for its digital platform that strips electricity pricing bare and gives customers access to the wholesale spot market.
Melbourne electricity retailer launches fixed-price, 'all you can eat' offer
Melbourne electricity retailer Sumo Power says aims to combat “bill shock” with launch of fixed price offer for unlimited electricity use over 12 month period.
Why US electric co-ops are opting for community-scale solar
America’s 900-plus rural electric cooperatives are spreading the word on how community-scale solar can save money, support communities, and diversify energy supplies.
Greens leader Greg Barber goes solar + Tesla storage to sidestep perverse energy markets
The home of the Victorian Greens leader has become the first in the state to install a Tesla Powerwall battery, alongside a 5kW solar system. Barber says solar plus storage is the only way to tackle Victoria’s “perverse” energy markets.