Cutting your connection to the national electricity grid has an undeniable appeal. No more electricity bills. No more daily supply charges. And a greener power supply for your home. But how realistic is it to cut your ties to the grid? Of course, if you live in the Australian outback with no grid connection for […]
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Are solar trackers worth it for households?
Maximizing the amount of sunshine hitting your solar panels is the aim of every solar owner. That’s why solar trackers are so appealing. Solar trackers work in a similar way to sunflowers. A sunflower slowly turns its face to follow the sun, and a solar tracker does the same – allowing the panels to always […]
What’s the best way to upgrade to a bigger solar system?
With electricity prices rising, many people with older solar panel systems are thinking about upgrading. Whilst a few years ago, a 3kW, 4kW or even 5kW solar system would have seemed like the ideal size, today it’s definitely on the small side. In 2022, the average size solar power system installed on Australian homes is […]
Why a heat pump hot water system is a great alternative to a solar battery
A recent survey found that nearly all solar households want to buy a battery, but price is still a “put-off”. The Solar Citizens survey of 1,700 households nationwide found that cost is still the main barrier to uptake of home battery storage, but that a “significant 84 per cent” of rooftop solar households are considering […]
Energy guzzlers in your home and how to tackle them
With gas and electricity prices going through the roof, tackling the energy guzzlers in your home is more important than ever. This blog explains what the top five energy guzzlers are in most Victorian homes – and what you can do about them. 1. Heating and cooling Up to 40% of household energy bills Heating […]
Independent inspectors and your new solar system. What you need to know.
The rules and regulations governing solar system safety have tightened up significantly in the last few years. Even in the last six months, new regulations have come into force which raise the bar yet again. Ultimately, this is good news for solar owners as it means their new solar power system will be compliant with […]
Do I need to upgrade my switchboard?
Your switchboard is the electrical hub of your home. It controls the distribution of electricity from power sources to your appliances via electrical circuits. A switchboard works away in the background. Most people don’t take much notice of it. We come home, switch on the lights, and expect everything to work. But spending a few […]
Passive versus active cooling of solar inverters: which is best?
A solar inverter contains complex electronics that handle the conversion of DC electricity from solar panels to AC power for use in your home. And, like anything electronic, a solar inverter doesn’t like getting too hot. That’s why solar inverters need to be installed in a sheltered location, ideally on a south-facing wall or in […]
Do I qualify for a solar rebate in Victoria?
Would you like a rebate to help with the cost of installing solar panels or battery storage on your home? What about a rebate to install an energy-efficient heat pump? Free hot water powered by solar – how good would that be! If you live in Victoria, there’s some good news. The state government is […]
You can now apply for a solar panels rebate while your home is under construction
Building a new home? Did you know that you can now apply for a solar panels rebate and interest-free loan whilst your home is under construction? And did you also know that, when combined, the rebate and the loan could cut the upfront cost of your solar panels system by up to $2,800? On this […]
