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Solar feed-in tariffs will decrease in the future as more solar capacity drives down the price of daytime electricity. But they won't disappear. Here's why.
 
Ronald has taken a closer look at a new incentive for landlords in Victoria to install solar panels on their rental properties. It could work out to be a pretty good deal all round - find out more.
 
Winter has done little to dampen interest in going solar in Australia and we've seen an uptick in battery storage interest too. Discover what Australian solar buyers were wanting in the latest auSSII report.
 
While on the topic of energy storage, the lithium-ion battery waste problem is already significant and will only grow. The USA's Argonne National Laboratory says it hopes to make li-ion battery recycling financially viable.
 
More news below!
 
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Why Solar Feed-in Tariffs Won’t Vanish Any Time Soon — Or Ever
Solar feed in tariff value will decrease in the future - this is inevitable. But they won't disappear altogether.
 
Victoria’s Solar Rebates For Landlords Are Good News For Tenants Too
I have good news for landlords and renters in Victoria. The state government is handing out free money to landlords: a $1,850 rebate on solar panels for rental properties that meet the requirements. In addition, $1,850 can be borrowed as a zero-interest loan, paid off over four years at $38.54 per month - and the tenant can kick in.
  
Australian Solar Systems Interest Index – August 2020
Winter hasn’t put a dampener on pursuing home solar power in Australia, and there was a significant jump in concurrent battery storage installation interest in July.
  
Argonne National Lab Claims Breakthroughs In Li-ion Battery Recycling
Batteries are, as we all know, recyclable – but some recycle better than others. Lead-acid batteries? The process is easy, familiar and cheap enough to leave a decent margin, so Australia has some local recycling plants. But the future isn’t lead acid, is it?

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SOLAR NEWS

Adelaide’s Westminster School Unveils Huge Solar Installation
The equivalent to around a quarter of the electricity requirements of Westminster School in Adelaide’s south-west is now being supplied by solar panels.
  
Gem Of A Solar + Storage Project For Townsville Catholic Diocese
GEM Energy has been selected to deliver a $20 million solar power and Tesla battery storage project for the Townsville Catholic Education Office.
 
Wyndham City’s Solar Rollout Progress
Victoria’s Wyndham City local government area is facing challenging times with COVID-19, but a bit of good news has been Council’s progress on solar power.
 
Have Your Say On Proposed Solar Export Charges
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is calling for submissions on proposed changes to National Electricity Rules, including allowing for charges to be whacked on those who export solar electricity.
 
Renewable Newstead Solar Farm Project Update
The town of Newstead in Central Victoria is another step close to achieving its ambitious solar energy goals.
 
Coles Going Bananas Over Solar
That should probably read going solar for bananas – but anyhow. A new facility in Melbourne with the capacity to ripen 350 million pieces of fruit every year is being powered with solar energy.
 
More Solar Panels For SA’s Mitcham Council
Adelaide’s City of Mitcham has beefed up its solar power capacity with the installation of panels at four facilities that will save hundreds of thousands of dollars over the next decade.
 
LG *Not* Exiting Solar Business
There have been a few interesting LG news items over the last week or so in relation to the company’s solar and energy storage activities. Here’s a summary.
  
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POPULAR SOLAR TOOLS

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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, 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 
 
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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.