Hi everyone,

SolarQuotes TV Episode 11 is live! See how Australian researchers and manufacturers are punching above their weight on performance of their solar technologies. 

From solar cells with record-breaking efficiency to massive solar panel arrays that can be deployed in record time, plus Australian made panels, batteries and inverters - it's a golden age for solar innovation in Australia. Check out SQTV Episode 11 here!

While Australian solar tech is among the most clever in the world, the same can't be said for some of our solar-related regulations. A spanner has been thrown into the works relating to new inverter standards in Australia - and the clock is ticking. Will sanity prevail in time? There is hope - but the situation shouldn't have happened in the first place.
 
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

Australian-Made: SolarQuotes TV Episode 11
From testing Australian solar panels in Alice Springs, to saving you money with clever solar monitoring developed right here at home. We also check out the world's biggest re-deployable solar farm in South Australia that utilised home-grown innovative racking technology, as well as inverters and batteries made for Australian conditions. All this and more in SolarQuotes TV Episode 11, where the only thing not made in Australia is Finn!
 
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

Giving The Gift Of … Carbon Dioxide Removal?
Michael really doesn’t know what to make of this – direct air capture to remove carbon dioxide as an Xmas gift. 
  
New Broome Batteries To Boost Solar Hosting Capacity
There’s good news for residents and businesses in Broome, Western Australia who have been prevented from going solar – new community batteries will allow for more PV installations in the town.
 
Another Australian Solar Panel Manufacturer Soon?
A company intending to produce solar panels is among the latest to have signed on to establish activities at Lansdown Eco-Industrial Precinct near Toowoomba.

Solar Inverter Integrated DC Isolator Mayhem Continues
Solar installers and inverter manufacturers are tearing their hair out over a spanner thrown into the works relating to new inverter standards in Australia. And the clock is ticking.
 
Meet Atlas: The Robotic Solar Panel Installer
US energy company The AES Corporation has unveiled what it says is the first-of-its-kind solar panel installation robot. Rooftop solar installers don’t need to be worried (yet).
 
Solar Power Program Still Helping Bushfire Affected Communities
An initiative to supply community organisations affected by the 2019/20 Black Summer bushfires with free solar power systems is continuing to work away at getting panels onto rooftops.
 
South Australia Launches Electric Car And EV Smart Charger Subsidies
Subsidies to support the purchase of electric vehicles and EV smart chargers are now available in South Australia.
 
Daqo Solar Polysilicon Plant Pilot Production Powers Ahead
News of new solar polysilicon production kicking in is certainly more exciting than it was eighteen months ago.
  
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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 2021 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.
 
NEW! 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.
 
NEW! 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.
 
NEW! 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.