Hi everyone,
 
Planet Of The Humans, a movie produced by Michael Moore, is 100 minutes long, incredibly tedious and almost fact-free. Ronald can't recommend it unless you're a glutton for punishment. Find out why here.
 
Back in reality, if we want to add lots more solar power to the grid, the grid needs more real-time data about what is happening behind solar owners' meters. Here's why..
  
Interest in buying solar dropped off in March after the initial COVID-19 shock, but it started really bouncing back through April – find out what Australians were looking for in solar and battery storage last month in the latest auSSII report..
 
More on these and other stories 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

Michael Moore Attacks Renewable Industry By Detonating His Own Credibility
Planet Of The Humans is 100 minutes long, incredibly tedious and almost fact-free. I can't recommend it. Not unless you are a glutton for punishment.
  
New Behind-The-Meter Data Guidelines Could Reduce Solar Export Restrictions
If we want to add lots more solar power into the grid, the grid needs more real-time data about what's going on behind solar owners' meters. Here's why...
 
Australian Solar Systems Interest Index – May 2020
While interest in buying solar dropped off in March, it started bouncing back in early April – here’s what Australians were looking for in a solar power system last month. 
 
CEC Touts Clean Energy Led COVID-19 Economic Recovery
The Clean Energy Council says an economic recovery led by accelerated renewables and energy storage investment could create tens of thousands of jobs and position Australia as a clean energy superpower.

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SOLAR NEWS

WA EPA Thumbs Up For Asian Renewable Energy Hub
A proposed huge wind and solar energy project in Western Australia’s East Pilbara region looks like it has cleared another hurdle, subject to conditions. 
 
City Of Ryde’s New EVs To Be Charged With Solar Power
Sydney’s City of Ryde announced on Friday it has acquired two electric vehicles that will be charged using solar energy. 
 
WA Government Announces Clean Energy Future Fund Cash
Western Australia’s McGowan Government has opened applications for the first round of the Clean Energy Future Fund (CEFF), worth around $2 million.
 
Sun Continues To Shine For Sungrow
Sungrow’s summary report for 2019 shows the company continuing to be one of the leaders in the solar inverter market.
 
Queenslanders Want More Renewables, Not Coal Power
A poll of more than 1,000 Queensland residents in late March indicates a strong preference for more renewables over new coal-fired power.
 
Britain Breaks Coal-Free Electricity Record
The impacts of COVID-19 and increasing renewable energy capacity have seen Britain achieve a new record period free of coal-fired electricity generation.
  
Solar To Help Improve Safety In Armidale
The Federal Government’s Safer Communities Fund is supporting a solar lighting project for a cycleway in Armidale.
  
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RELEVANT COVID-19 INFO

Making Going Solar A COVID-19-Free Experience
In among all the challenges of late, some good news is arranging the purchase of a solar power system and having it installed doesn’t require you to be in close physical contact with anyone – social distancing can be observed.
  
The Value Of Solar In Uncertain Times
Solar installers are still working – albeit with extra precautions. Make your investments dependent on the strength of the sun – not the strength of the economy.
 
8 Reasons Why Right Now Is A Great Time To Go Solar
Australians have been a little distracted lately – and who can blame them? But the distraction is leading to some missing out on the advantages of installing solar panels right now.
 
Most Commercial Solar Can Now Get Instant Asset Write-Off Until June 30
The Federal Government announced a $17.6 billion economic stimulus including tax deduction incentives that makes commercial solar power even more attractive
 
How The Financial Stimulus Can Help Your Solar Business
If you own a solar business, the government has announced a surprisingly generous support package for small/medium businesses. Here’s what you need to know.

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 
 
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.
 
NEW! 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.
 
NEW! 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.