Hi everyone,
 
SMA made a big fuss about their Tigo partnership. But 3 years later, it seems getting some SMA inverters to talk to Tigo optimisers can be problematic.
 
On to the topic of rebates and subsidies - the ACCC still appears keen on an early axing of the Australia's major solar subsidy, here's what's next for Victoria's solar panel rebate and we also have an update on NSW's Empowering Homes program.
 
Over to the other type of nuclear power - a recently released House of Representatives report on nuclear energy is wrong. Its not about safety - it's about cost. Nuclear power is just too damn expensive for Australia.
 
More on these and other stories below - by the way, however you're spending the days ahead, we hope they are enjoyable!
 
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House Of Reps Report Supports Nuclear – But Only If Everyone Is Into It
The House Of Representatives recently released a report on nuclear energy in Australia. They said it’s a good idea — provided everyone is cool with it.
 
When SMA Inverters Won’t Talk To Tigo TS4 Optimisers
It’s time to chase up another customer experience, courtesy of Sharon, who contacted us because her SMA inverter-Tigo optimiser installation turned into a saga.

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SOLAR NEWS

Envirostream’s First Recycled Battery MMD Shipment
Lithium Australia announced yesterday the first shipment of mixed metal dust (MMD) had left the Envirostream lithium-ion battery recycling plant in Campbellfield, Victoria. 
 
Plug Pulled On Nuclear Power Plant In Switzerland
Switzerland’s Mühleberg Nuclear Power Plant was permanently deactivated a few days ago. It’s the first nuclear reactor in the country to be decommissioned – and there won’t be any more built.
 
ACCC Still Wants Early Axing Of Solar Rebate
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission appears to be continuing in its advocacy for an end to Australia’s solar rebate sooner rather than later. 
 
AWS Spruiking New SunMate Solar Diverter
Australian Wind and Solar (AWS) is readying for the release of its new solar diverter model – the SunMate 3.0.
 
What’s Next For Victoria’s Solar Panel Rebate?
The last round of Victoria’s solar rebates for PV in 2019 flew out the door last week – here’s what prospective solar buyers in the state can expect from the subsidy program in 2020.
 
Australia’s Largest Solar Car Park Installation Complete
Vicinity Centres has announced Australia’s largest car park solar power installation has been completed at Elizabeth City Centre in Adelaide’s north.
 
NSW Empowering Homes Solar Battery Program Update
Many New South Wales households eager to take advantage of the State Government’s Empowering Homes program are going to need to wait quite a while longer.
  
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