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The rise of big batteries has led some to believe this will make home batteries pointless. But because home batteries sit "behind the meter", they can offer their owners benefits that big utility-scale batteries can't. Discover what these benefits are.
  
Financial Year 2019-20 was a big year in SolarQuotes’ support for the NGO Pollinate Group, which assists low-income households in India by helping them replace expensive kerosene lighting with solar powered alternatives. If you have submitted for quotes using the SQ service, you've shared in this effort. Find out how.
 
Victoria’s Solar Homes program is now providing landlords with an interest free loan in addition to the state’s generous solar subsidy. There's some initial information here and Ronald will soon publish a more in-depth look at the new incentive.
 
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

Will The Rise Of Big Grid Batteries Make Home Batteries Pointless?
No they won't, as home batteries offer owners benefits that big utility-scale batteries can't
 
Solar Helps Some Of The World’s Poorest Households Save $734,000 In 12 Months
Discover how Australians requesting quotes from SolarQuotes installers have helped install 7,500 solar light systems in India and Nepal in just 12 months.  

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 Energy Rollout For Hunter Water
New South Wales’ Berejiklian government is investing more than $15 million for the installation of solar power and other renewable energy systems at Hunter Water facilities.
 
Victorian Government Wants Solar Panels On More Rental Homes
An expansion of Victoria’s Solar Homes program is providing landlords with an interest free loan in addition to the state’s generous solar subsidy.
 
Solar + Energy Storage To Help Power WA Economic Recovery
Western Australia’s McGowan Government has announced a $66.3 million renewable energy focused package to help boost the state’s economy.
  
Solar Power Push For Sydney’s Northern Beaches
Northern Beaches Council has just installed its largest solar power system to date and is encouraging residents to join the solar energy revolution.
  
Ipswich Solar Car Park Charges Ahead
Ipswich’s first solar car park featuring electric vehicle chargers was officially opened by Queensland’s Energy Minister.
 
Cairns Council Releases State Of The Environment Report
Cairns Regional Council’s 14th annual State of the Environment report covering 2018/19 shows more positive progress in various areas, including solar energy generation.
 
Another Proposed Solar Farm For Tasmania’s George Town
Another solar farm proposed for George Town is pretty small by utility-scale standards, but would provide a big boost for Tasmania’s solar energy credentials.
 
SA Water Sowing Solar Farms With Saltbush
Native grasses and saltbush will be growing under rows of solar panels in what were previously cropping and grazing paddocks that were turned into SA Water clean power stations.
 
Huge Rooftop Solar Energy System For Armidale Hospital
While COVID-19 clouds continue to hang over the healthcare sector, a ray of sunshine has appeared for Armidale Hospital, which will be getting a thumping great solar power system installed.
  
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POPULAR SOLAR TOOLS

There's a bunch of handy and easy to use tools and calculators on SolarQuotes. You can find a selection of my most popular tools 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.

USEFUL SOLAR INFO

NEW! - Solar Battery Reviews
We've kicked off our new battery reviews section with more than 40 manufacturers listed where you can find more information on energy storage companies and read or submit reviews.
 
NEW! - Virtual Power Plant Comparison Table
Find out details of various Virtual Power Plant (VPP) programs on offer in Australia with our regularly updated VPP comparison table. See which VPP might be best for your home or business.
 
NEW! Solar And Battery Calculator
Our  new solar calculator provides you a complete picture of the savings and payback for solar power in Australia - with or without batteries - and it's very simple to use.
 
Solar In Your Location
Our extensive database contains useful information and up-to-date statistics on solar energy for practically every town and suburb in Australia.
 
Compare Electricity Retailers: Solar Feed-In Tariffs & Energy Prices
An easy to use comparison tool enabling you to instantly see which electricity retailers would be cheapest for a typical solar power system owner in your postcode.

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