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Hi everyone,
There was more good news last week for Australians considering buying a Tesla Powerwall
home battery - another substantial price reduction following one
announced just a couple of months ago. Discover how
much cheaper Powerwall is now.
Looking to go solar in Perth but feel overwhelmed about which installer to choose? We analysed thousands of customer reviews to bring you Perth's top rated solar installers.
See
the top 5 here. We'll have top rankings published for other capital cities
over the days ahead, so keep an
eye out on the SQ blog!
Over to EVs - check out this new guide detailing practical home EV charging solutions
for households with multiple electric
cars; from sharing a single charger to safely implementing multiple chargers.
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.
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SQ VIEWS
Supercharge Your Home: Ultimate Guide To Charging Multiple EVs
If you’re living in a household of multiple EV owners or looking to the future where this may be the case, some planning will go a long way to ensure no-one runs out of juice.
These Are The Top-Rated Solar Installers In Perth in 2023
It’s no secret that a rooftop solar power system will likely perform better over its lifetime if installed by a reputable installer. So how do you find one? By reading reviews and ratings, or better still – letting someone else do the leg work.
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
CBA Launches Green Asset Finance Solutions For Businesses
A new green asset finance solution on offer from the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) for businesses is providing a discount of up to 1 per cent off the standard rate for qualifying equipment.
Kempsey Cranking On Climate Action With Power Partnership
New South Wales’ Kempsey Shire Council has announced it has joined the ranks of the Cities Power Partnership (CPP), a collaborative network of local governments across Australia dedicated to combating climate change and achieving a zero-emissions future.
Australia’s Solahart Celebrates A Million Solar Panels
The Solahart name is usually associated with solar hot water – but the company also offers PV solar panels under the Solahart brand and has just hit a significant milestone in this arena.
Westpac Gets Behind Victoria’s Rangebank Big Battery
Australian “Big 4” bank Westpac announced yesterday it’s one of the lead financiers for the delivery of Victoria’s huge Rangebank Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).
Griffith University Racking Up More Solar Panels
Griffith University is continuing on its sustainability journey with the installation of solar panels on the rooftops of five Logan campus buildings – and there will be more to come.
Zero Solar Export Limit Crackdown On The Horizon
The Australian Energy Regulator has released its final say on the imposition of static zero export limits on grid-connected solar power systems.
*Another* Tesla Powerwall Price Drop In Australia
A nice surprise for Australian home battery buyers hankering after a Powerwall – Tesla has announced another price reduction; and it’s not just a token amount.
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 2023 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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