Subject: Solar a bright spot in a dark year, bushfire ash impacting solar panels, VIC hospitals saving with solar and more

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Hi everyone,
 
2019 was disastrous from a climate-related viewpoint in Australia; particularly with the ongoing drought and bushfire crisis, but solar power continued to offer cause for some optimism - check out Ronald's 2019 year in review.
 
On a somewhat related note, a council in New South Wales has granted water restriction exemptions to solar owners so they can wash off bushfire ash coating their panels
 
While on the topic of fossil fuelled (or at least exacerbated) chaos, the Climate Council has lashed out at the Morrison Government after it took another step towards supporting two new gas-fired power stations.
 
More on these and other stories below.
 
The end of 2019 has unfortunately brought heatbreak to many, but we sincerely wish everyone the very best for 2020 and thank you all for your support of SQ this year.
 
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,

Finn Peacock

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SQ VIEWS

2019 In Review — A Great Year If You Ignore Climate Disasters
If you’re willing to overlook a couple of major climate disasters, Australia has been doing great this year. We’re on fire!

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THE GOOD SOLAR GUIDE - READ ONLINE FREE!

7 Steps To Tiny Bills For Australian Homeowners - An Amazon Best-Seller!

The Good Solar Guide, authored by SolarQuotes founder Finn Peacock, demystifies the solar buying process in Australia; showing you how many panels you need, which panel brands to buy, which to avoid, and how to find a great installer.

Learn more about The Good Solar Guide

The seven-step process revealed in this book, developed over 10 years in the industry, walks you through understanding, evaluating, buying, installing and using solar to deliver on its promise of tiny electricity bills. Order the book (available in paperback or Kindle) or read the whole book online free! Yes, for free. Crazy eh?

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SOLAR NEWS

Europe’s Largest Solar Farm Completed
Spain’s Iberdrola has announced completion of construction of the 500MW Núñez de Balboa solar farm project in the country’s western region of Extremadura.
 
Shoalhaven Solar Owners’ Water Restrictions Reprieve
While water restrictions are in place in NSW’s Shoalhaven Council region, residential solar system owners have been granted an exemption to wash bushfire ash off their solar panels.

New Energy Solar Announces U.S. Solar Farm Completion
Australia’s New Energy Solar has announced construction of the Mount Signal 2 solar plant in California is complete.

Another Victorian Hospital On Its Way To Solar Energy Savings 
Looking to cut its energy costs, Heathcote Health has lodged a planning application with the City of Greater Bendigo for a solar installation.

Morrison Government Gas Power Support “Worst Christmas Present Ever”
The Climate Council has lashed out at the Federal Government after it announced intentions to underwrite two new gas-fired power stations.

Australian Councils Piling On Climate Emergency Bandwagon
More local governments leading the way – at least eight councils across Australia have declared climate emergencies in December.
  
Read more from the blog

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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!

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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.

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USEFUL SOLAR INFO

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.

Learn more

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.

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