Hi everyone,
 
Australians will soon be able to get their hands on the LG NeON H solar panel range designed for residential rooftops. LG has previously said the NeON H is the most efficient panel it has ever created  - and while this is a bit of a stretch, it does look pretty impressive.
 
While on the topic of solar panels, unfortunately not all panels installed in Australia have been of good quality. Among the issues is the use of backsheet materials that can't handle what Australian conditions throw at them. Here's a new product designed to extend the service life of solar panels with damaged backsheets. It's an interesting product, but an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure as they say - so choose good quality panels from the outset.
 
For the energy storage fans among you, a flywheel-based system said to be the first of its type in Australia has been recently completed for a school in New South Wales. 
 
And in case you missed it last week, the SolarQuotes Australian Solar Price Index has been launched. Updated in real-time, this tool indicates the average price paid over time for rooftop solar power system installations across the whole of Australia and in individual states; based on installation date. You can also drill down to see figures for specific system sizes, and systems with various brands of panels and inverters. Check it out here.
 
More news below!
 
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SOLAR NEWS

Kleinton Battery Storage Project Application Lodged
An application has been lodged for a battery energy storage facility to be constructed at a site around 13 kilometres north of the Queensland city of Toowoomba.
 
Australian School Spins Up Flywheel Energy Storage System
Mechanical battery storage solutions provider Key Energy recently installed a flywheel energy storage system for a school in New South Wales. 
 
New Zealand Plugging In EVs To Clean Car Discount
Generous rebates will soon be available in New Zealand for zero and low-CO2 emission vehicles, and an added fee on the purchase of high-emission cars is on the horizon.
 
More Solar Panels For Woolworths Supermarkets
While Woolworths’ wind power PPA hogged the limelight recently, the company’s solar power rollout is also continuing.
 
Lithgow City Council Launches Solar Panel Recycling Service
Solar panels winding up at the tip in Lithgow, New South Wales are now being diverted for recycling.
 
Zero Capital Outlay Solar For Strata: LPE
A Queensland-headquartered company is providing solar power and battery systems at no capital cost to apartment and other strata communities among its offerings.
 
Millions Given To Carbon Capture, Use And Storage Projects
The Morrison Government recently announced companies getting a share from its $50 million Carbon Capture, Use and Storage (CCUS) Development Fund.
 
LG NeON H Rooftop Solar Panels Heading For Australia
Australians will soon be able to get their hands on LG’s NeON H solar panels, which the company has previously said is the most efficient panel it has ever created. But is it?
 
“Rescue Tape” For Solar Panel Backsheets
DuPont has unveiled a new product called Tedlar PV Rescue Tape, designed to extend the service life of solar panels with damaged backsheets.
  
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USEFUL SOLAR INFO

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.
 
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.
 
Solar And Battery Calculator
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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. 

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