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Hi everyone,
The common wisdom is that true north is the best solar panel direction for maximum energy yield in Australia. But this is not always
quite the case and the ideal orientation will depend on where you live - learn more
here.
The "solar coaster" strikes again. Just a couple of days after
announcing Victoria's Solar Homes PV rebate wasn't far off from hitting the cap
for this financial year, Solar Victoria said applications had closed – but it will restart
at the beginning of July.
In other news relating to incentives, the Business Council of Australia’s plan for a stronger nation includes another call to
scrap
Australia’s major solar subsidy.
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
Solar Panel Direction: North Doesn’t Always Give Most Energy
The common wisdom is that true north is the best solar panel direction for maximum energy yield in Australia. But this is not always the case.
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Yarra Ranges Council To Use Solar Charged Electric Vehicles
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Amazon Employees Demand More Climate Action From Bezos And Board
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Business Council Of Australia: Scrap “Unnecessary” Solar Subsidy
The Business Council of Australia’s plan for a stronger nation includes a call to scrap Australia’s hugely popular (and beneficial) major solar subsidy.
Energy Transformation Must Be Accelerated : IRENA
More renewables are key to helping reach climate goals says the International Renewable Energy Agency, but we’re going to need to pick up the pace.
NT’S Solar Energy Transformation Program (SETuP) Complete
Dozens of remote communities throughout the Northern Territory are now benefiting from the integration of commercial and large-scale solar power under SETuP.
Victoria’s Solar Homes Rebate Maxed Out – But Don’t Panic
It was announced last week the Solar Homes Package rebate has hit its cap for PV for this financial year – but it will restart on July 1.
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