Hi everyone,
 
I'm very pleased to announce SolarQuotes will be helping impoverished families overseas install small off-grid solar systems via Pollinate Group! Learn more about this exciting initiative here.
 
In other news, the Canberra Battery Test Centre results are grim reading for the solar battery storage sector. Find out more - we read the report so you don't have to.
 
How is a cast-monosilicon solar panel different to both regular monosilicon and polysilicon panels? Discover the pros and cons of this new technology.
 
Round 2 of Victoria's solar rebate kicked off yesterday and as expected, there was quite a rush. According to Solar Victoria's web site a short time ago, there were less than 1,480 PV rebates still left available for July (3,333 are available each month in 2019/20).  Solar Victoria has also been driving the point home it won't tolerate shoddy work and shonkiness under the program.
 
More on these stories and other 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,

SQ VIEWS

SolarQuotes To Help Pollinate Install More Off-Grid Solar In India & Nepal
Starting yesterday, SolarQuotes will be helping Indian and Nepalese families install off-grid solar systems. Specifically 3.3 watt, 17 watt-hour off-grid solar systems.
 
6th Canberra Battery Test Centre Report — 61% Of Tested Batteries Faulty
The Canberra Battery Test Centre has released their latest six monthly report. It took them 9 months to get it out, but I’m glad they took their time, as it’s a beauty.
 
Vodcast Episode 21 – Changing The World 3.3 Watts At A Time
Finn and Ronald discuss SQ’s initiative to help distribute off-grid solar to impoverished households overseas, battery testing results and standards, best and worst installer reviews and more.

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

Solar Victoria Targeting Safety And Quality
Solar Victoria is keen to get the message across it won’t tolerate shoddy work and shonkiness occurring under the state’s Solar Homes subsidy program.
  
Round 2 Of Victoria’s Solar Rebate Kicks Off 
Solar Victoria would have been a hive of activity yesterday as the second phase of the Solar Homes Package subsidy for PV systems launched. 
 
More Solar Power For Queensland’s Logan City Council
Logan City Council has announced it will be installing solar panels on another five of its buildings during the 2019/20 financial year. 
 
Proposed SA-NSW Interconnector Granted Major Project Status
South Australia’s Marshall Government announced  last week it had granted the proposed $1.5 billion “Project EnergyConnect” SA-NSW interconnector Major Project Status.
 
Yarranlea Solar Farm Shaping Up
Construction of Risen Energy (Australia)’s 121 MWdc/100 MWac Yarranlea Solar Farm in Queensland is expected to be completed by October this year.
 
New City of Adelaide (Council) Shared Solar And EV Charger Incentives
The City of Adelaide has announced the addition of new rebates to its already significant list of support for solar power, energy storage, electric car charging and energy efficiency that will be available during the 2019/20 financial year.
 
QLD Large Scale Solar Supreme Court Decision Appeal Dismissed
The Queensland Government has again been defeated in its efforts to apply a silly regulation to large-scale solar energy installation projects in the state.
 
Bastard Thieves Steal Solar Power System From SA’s Stony Point Toilets
Whyalla City Council’s CEO is fuming after a small off-grid solar setup was stolen from the toilet block at Stony Point. This is an example of why we can’t have nice things.
  
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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 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 | Installers 
 
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USEFUL SOLAR INFO

NEW! Solar Panel Comparison Table
Easily compare solar panels, specifications and their prices side-by-side in our new solar panel comparison table.
 
Solar Power Forecast Tool
We developed this handy tool in collaboration with WeatherZone to help you forecast your solar system's output up to 48 hours ahead. 

Important Mistakes To Avoid In Buying Solar 
Don't become a lost sheep in a field of wolves. Learn about the top 7 mistakes people make when buying solar power systems.



13 Questions To Ask A Solar Company
Before you sign on the dotted line, ensure you have satisfactory answers to these important questions.

Solar Battery Storage Explained
How to buy a solar system with battery storage. Do you need backup functionality or not? How much should you pay, and what batteries are safe and reliable?
 
Compare Solar Feed In Tariffs 
Make sure you are getting a good solar feed in tariff - try this easy to use comparison tool

Solar Battery Comparison Table
Discover battery prices and specifications of dozens of energy storage solutions with our solar battery storage comparison table.