The answer to this question is: don’t wait, get solar installed now. Why is that? It’s because here in Australia we have amongst the highest electricity prices in the world and an abundance of sunshine. Put the two together, and that’s why solar power systems are a no-brainer for most Australian homes and businesses. Delay […]
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Could solar panels ever get to 1000 watts per panel?
The improvement in solar panel technology continues in leaps and bounds. Every year, solar panels are becoming more powerful, with a higher wattage per panel. Ten years ago, the average power rating of a solar panel was 250-270 watts. Three years ago, the most powerful residential solar panels in the world were just reaching 350 […]
Aussie start-up breaks solar cell efficiency world record
The solar panels installed on your roof may soon be from an Australian start-up solar technology company that’s beating world records for solar cell efficiency. Sydney-based SunDrive was founded in a garage by two UNSW graduates in 2015 – Vince Allen and David Hu. Today, SunDrive is backed by billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes and the Australian […]
Tier 1 Solar Panels: Are they the best?
The term ‘tier 1 solar panels’ is used a lot by solar salespeople. It sounds good, but what does it mean? And if you buy a tier 1 solar panel, are you getting good quality? This post explains what the Tier 1 solar panel ranking is. It also covers: Why the Tier 1 rating is […]
New community solar program for Brimbank
Cutting electricity bills and CO2 emissions whilst helping the local community – that’s the concept of a new solar initiative for Brimbank households and businesses. Brimbank Community Solar is a joint program of Brimbank City Council and solar community specialist More Australian Solar Homes (MASH) which is run by the Central Victorian Greenhouse Alliance (CVGA), […]
Why the Solar Feed-in Tariff Doesn’t Matter
A solar feed-in tariff is the amount you get paid for sending electricity from your solar panels system to the grid. You get paid for your solar exports by your electricity retailer, with the amount appearing as a credit on your electricity bill. Naturally, everyone loves to see a credit on their electricity bill! Better […]
Renovate or Rebuild: Episode 7 Recap
Episode 7 Recap: Renovate or Rebuild Renovate or rebuild a family home in the delightful bayside suburb of Black Rock in Melbourne? That’s the topic of Episode 7 of new reality TV series Renovate or Rebuild. Homeowners Kylie and Andrew are torn between the amazing designs put to them by Victorian Team Renovate – Jesse […]
What to look out for when purchasing solar
Where do you start when it comes to buying solar? What are the important things to watch out for? After reading this article, you’ll have the know-how to dodge any dubious solar sales tactics – and feel more confident in your solar purchasing decision. Solar retailer When shopping around for solar, the starting point is […]
How to beat the solar price rise
Prices for solar power systems are set to rise by 15-20% in the New Year due to a reduction in the Federal Government solar incentive, the Chinese energy crisis and looming solar panel shortages. Whilst the pricing pressures from China may settle down with a correction at some point next year, there is no guarantee […]
Renovate or Rebuild
Episode 7: Special Guest from Specialized Solar Who doesn’t want to have a beautiful home that works well and has low energy bills? The big question for Aussie homeowners is how to make that happen. Do you renovate or is it better to knock down and start from scratch? A new reality TV show answers […]
