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ACT Minister for Climate Change and Sustainability Shane Rattenbury recently highlighted the greatest challenge confronting renewable energy’s immediate future in Australia: the Federal Government’s actions.
 
In other news, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has recognised the Clean Energy Council's Approved Solar Retailer program needs tweaking – but is what the ACCC proposes enough? Be sure to have your say.
 
On the energy storage front, the Northern Territory's $6,000 battery subsidy is the most generous in the country, and may double - learn more.
 
More news below!
 
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Northern Territory’s $6,000 Solar Battery Subsidy May Become $12,000
NT already has the biggest battery subsidy in Australia by a long way, and if the Country Liberals win the upcoming NT election they will double it to an insane $12,000. And by insane, mean they’d be nuts to make it that high.
 
Shane Rattenbury: The Federal Government Is Renewable Energy’s Problem
State energy ministers can rightly claim that they have acted well in advance of the Federal Government. But there remain worrying divisions between the states that could turn into faultlines.

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SOLAR NEWS

SA Water Solar Panel Rollout Update
Work has begun on installing 30,000 solar panels at Happy Valley Reservoir Reserve in Adelaide’s south and a bunch of solar panels were recently installed at SA Water sites on South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula.
 
Air Pollution A Driver Of Increased Electricity Demand
A study out of the National University of Singapore (NUS) has found local ambient air pollution increases household electricity consumption – and more emissions. Australia may play a role in helping to address this.
 
SAPN Reviews Position On Solar Inverter Replacements Under Warranty
In light of an inverter rule change in South Australia next month, SA Power Networks has altered its requirements relating to like-for-like solar inverter replacements carried out under warranty.
  
Toowoomba Council’s Solar Powered Depot Officially Opened
Toowoomba Regional Council Mayor Paul Antonio officially opened Council’s new solar powered $67 million Principal Depot in Charlton last week.
  
ACCC Publishes Solar Retailer Code Of Conduct Draft Determination
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has recognised the CEC Approved Solar Retailer program needs tweaking – but is what the ACCC proposes enough?
 
A Successful Q2 For Canadian Solar
Canadian Solar recently announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2020, which exceeded expectations.
  
More Solar My School Installations Roll Out In Sydney’s East
An initiative in Sydney helping schools to make the switch to solar power has racked up another couple of PV installations.
 
Polysilicon Price Increase Puts Pressure On The Cost Of Solar Panels
The knock-on effects of a solar factory out of action in China have seen a sharp increase in the cost of a key component in the manufacture of solar panels.
  
City Of Hobart May Buy Electricity Directly From Solar Households
The draft Sustainable Hobart Action Plan 2020-2025: Responding to Climate Change is open for comment and will be of interest to local owners of home solar power systems.
  
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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.