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Hi everyone,
Well, that was quite a week. After news of an even grimmer forecast for
electricity prices during the remainder of this financial year and next, households and businesses were
again scrambling for quotes
on solar systems and home batteries.
Just on home batteries - a well-installed, properly sized solar battery can protect you from blackouts
(and your electricity retailer). But if you’re considering buying one for your
home, don’t go in blind. Discover
the top 8 mistakes I’ve seen people make when buying home batteries and
how to avoid them.
Over to pricing on solar systems now and we've published our
latest report here.
And on an entirely different topic - solar farms and land clearing, which can be
a thorny issue. Emissions from clearing land for solar farms (where it needs to be done) aren't good, but
it turns out they are trivial next to those from fossil fuel based electricity generation.
Find out more here.
More news below!
Don't forget you can get 3 solar quotes from trusted solar installers at our website - and everyone can also stay in touch with what's happening on SQ via our Facebook page.
Regards,
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Australian Solar Prices: October 2022 Update
Just one Australian state dropped below a dollar a watt on average for fully installed solar systems during September 2022 – and it wasn’t
WA.
CO2 Emissions From Solar Farm Land Clearing: It’s Bugger All.
Emissions from clearing land for solar farms (where it needs to be done) aren't good, but they are trivial next to those from fossil fuel generation.
Even more news below!
THE GOOD SOLAR GUIDE - READ ONLINE FREE!
7 Steps To Tiny Bills For Australian Homeowners - An Amazon Best-Seller!
The Good Solar Guide, authored by SolarQuotes founder Finn Peacock, demystifies the solar buying process in Australia; showing you how many panels you need, which panel brands to buy, which to avoid, and how to find a great installer.
The seven-step process revealed in this book, developed over 10 years in the industry, walks you through understanding, evaluating, buying, installing and using solar to deliver on its promise of tiny electricity bills. Order the book (available in paperback or Kindle) or read the whole book online free! Yes, for free. Crazy eh?
SOLAR NEWS
Adelaide’s SMRF A Waste Award Winner
Adelaide’s Southern Materials Recovery Facility (SMRF) has scooped up the “Outstanding Facility Award” at this year’s national Waste Innovation and Recycling Awards. But it’s not just the handling of waste that makes the overall site outstanding.
Norfolk Island: Power Trouble In Paradise
The Australian Federal Government has stepped in to give the folks on Norfolk Island some relief from their diesel-based electricity generation cost woes.
South Australia Reaches 70% Renewables
In 2007, less than 1% of South Australia’s electricity came from renewable sources. An army of trolls claimed it was impossible for intermittent renewables to power more than 20% of SA’s grid.
Ballarat Net Zero Emissions Plan Adopted
City of Ballarat Councillors have signed off on an ambitious plan that includes an aspirational community-wide target of reaching net zero emissions in the municipality by 2030.
Solar Foods’
Solein: The Future Of Food?
Forget Soylent Green. In the not-too-distant future we may be chowing down on food not directly derived from plants or animals, and made with renewable energy.
Energy Vault Battery System Tapped For Australian Solar Farm
A Switzerland headquartered company has been chosen to provide a big battery system for a proposed solar farm in Victoria.
Opposition’s Astounding Hypocrisy On Electricity Prices
As news of more major power price hikes reverberated around the nation, the Opposition were ready to pounce. That’s politics, but it’s the hypocrisy of it all that really stinks.
Federal Budget 2022-23 And Renewable Energy
Last night’s Federal Budget delivered by Treasurer Jim Chalmers saw the Albanese Government make good on renewable energy election commitments – and put the sword to Angus Taylor’s energy abomination.
Sydney’s Northern Beaches’ Super Solar Savings
Northern Beaches Council is reaping significant financial benefits from a focus on energy efficiency and renewables for its operations.
Read more from the blog
SOLAR TOOLS & REVIEWS
There's a bunch of hardware and installer reviews along with handy and easy to use tools and calculators on SolarQuotes. Find them by clicking here.
FRESH IS BEST
If you're yet to get 3 obligation-free solar quotes from our network of trusted installers, or perhaps you didn't go ahead on a set of quotes issued previously for whatever reason and still want to install solar, now is a great time to submit for fresh quotes!
SUBMIT YOUR SOLAR REVIEW
If you're an Australian solar power system owner and would like to share a review of your solar panels, inverters, battery or installer with other potential Australian PV buyers to assist them in a purchase decision, SolarQuotes is the place to do it!
Please note in the case of solar panel and inverter reviews, the equipment should have been installed for at least one year.
Submit a review: Panels
| Inverters
| Batteries
| Installers
Pick up some tips on writing a review.
FINN'S "101" GUIDES
Understanding
Solar
This runs through the basics of residential solar energy and the components that
make up the system. It demystifies the magic turning sunlight into clean
power for your home that can save you a bundle of cash on your electricity
bills, and clearly explains some important concepts you should understand.
Buying Solar
My original guide, updated for 2022 that also includes a printable and video
version. Now you have a basic understanding of all the bits that make up a solar
power system and how they work to generate electricity, it’s time to think
about getting quotes. After reading this, you’ll be able to communicate
effectively with a salesperson and be confident you’re paying the right amount
of money for a properly-sized system with the right components – and
from the right installer.
Owning Solar
The panels are now on your rooftop and the installers have packed up and left.
What should you do now and how can you make the most of the new valuable
addition to your home? From checking the installation to maximising electricity
bill savings, find the answers here.
Understanding Home Batteries
This chapter will provide you an understanding of solar batteries – and will help you determine if installing one is right for you. It covers topics such as how a home battery works, the different types of energy storage and how energy storage can save you money.
Buying Solar Batteries
My guide to buying solar battery storage provides useful advice on how to go about purchasing a good quality home battery system installation at a reasonable price – and how to identify some of the traps. By reading this, you’ll be better equipped to make a solid purchase decision.
Owning A Battery System
As the proud new owner of home energy storage, you’ll want to make the most of it. This chapter provides very useful information about owning a battery system and maximising the benefits it can provide.
EV Charging 101
This comprehensive guide covers pretty much everything you’ll need to know about EV charging at home and away from it; and all explained clearly.
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