In the quest for a sustainable future, understanding our energy consumption is crucial. As we transition to renewable energy sources, solar power has emerged as a leading contender. However, to be truly ‘solar savvy’, we must first understand our energy consumption patterns, particularly in relation to household appliances. In today’s world, household appliances are not […]
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Buyers pay more for solar-powered energy efficient homes
Research from property marketplace Domain shows that Victorians are willing to pay an astounding 24 per cent more for energy efficient homes that are powered by solar. The actual price premium for houses with rooftop solar and an excellent energy efficiency rating is $125,000 on average, compared to homes with no solar and a poor […]
Electrifying your business in 2023: Steps you can take.
Electrifying everything in your business has the potential to transform your operations, improve your bottom line, enhance your environmental credentials, and improve employee and client satisfaction. Because gas and fuel prices are skyrocketing, forward-thinking Australian businesses are moving fast to fully electrify their operations, powering them with solar. Competitive advantage No matter whether you own […]
Electrifying your home in 2023. Steps you can take.
Home electrification is set to be big in 2023. That’s because Aussie homeowners are realising they can massively reduce their energy bills and carbon emissions through electrification, powered by solar. In fact, modelling shows the average household could save $5,000 a year on power and the cost of owning cars and appliances by going all-electric […]
Why solar is the best protection from surging electricity prices
The federal government’s prediction in the October 2022 budget that electricity prices will rise by 56% in the next two years has sent shockwaves through most Australian households. How much more will Australians be paying for gas and electricity? The average Australian household paid $1,434 for electricity last financial year, according to the ACCC, and […]
How sea mist can affect solar panels
Do you live by the sea and are you thinking of installing solar panels? If so, did you know that cheaper solar panels can be highly susceptible to corrosion from sea mist? And that this corrosion can reduce the power output of solar panels by at least 6 per cent 1? The solution to sea […]
Why the Workmanship Warranty from Specialized Solar is a Winner!
The workmanship warranty for a new solar panel system is one of the most important warranties to check before you sign on the dotted line. That’s because it covers you if there’s a problem caused by the workmanship of the installers. Because solar installers are up on your roof, drilling holes, and wiring for high […]
Solar production and consumption monitoring: Why we include it with every solar system
For most people, one of the biggest reasons to install solar panels is to save on electricity. But how do you know how much you are saving because of your solar, if you don’t have a solar monitoring system that provides you with this information? That’s why we include solar consumption monitoring, as well as […]
What does it mean to go off-grid with solar?
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 […]
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 […]