Subject: Solar panels with water channels, Victorian $50 energy bribe, renewables the "dole bludger" of energy and more

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Hi everyone,
 
Victorians can get $50 from the Victorian Energy Compare website until the 30th of June 2020 because the Victorian Government would rather waste money on bribes than allow real electricity retailer competition. Anyway, here's how to get your 50 bucks.
 
Of course, to save some real money on energy, the answer is solar power - and here's what Australians were wanting in January.
 
If you're considering going solar and have a flat or close to flat roof, solar panels with corner drains could be worth considering. Here's why and which panels have them.
 
An interesting comment has been made by now ex-Federal Minister for Resources and Northern Australia, Senator Matt Canavan. He said "renewables are the dole bludgers of the energy system, they only turn up to work when they want to."
 
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More on these and other stories 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.
 
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Finn Peacock

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SQ VIEWS

Solar Panels With Water Channels: Good For Roof Slopes Under 10 Degrees
If you have a flat or nearly flat roof, a new solar panel frame design with water drainage slots/channels can help keep the panels clean.
 
Victorians Can Get $50 From The Victorian Energy Compare Website
If you live in Victoria and have an electricity or gas account in your name, you can get $50 from the Victorian Government. Why are they handing out $50 to every household that asks for it? Find out here and how to get your bribe.
 
Australian Solar Systems Interest Index – February 2020
Australians were eager to start tackling their electricity bills with a solar power system in January. Here’s what those utilising our service were looking for last month.

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SOLAR NEWS

Perth Tesla Community Battery Trial Kicks Off
Eligible solar households in the Perth suburb of Ellenbrook have been invited to take part in a community battery storage project, an extension of Synergy and Western Power’s first PowerBank trial. 
  
Wagga Wagga Council Solar Power Rollout
Solar panels will soon be installed on several key Wagga Wagga City Council buildings, and with more to come. 
 
Canavan: Renewables The “Dole Bludgers” Of Energy
Senator Matt Canavan is ramping up his pro-coal power message for North Queensland, and has made an interesting comment about renewables. 
 
Orange Community Renewable Energy Park Plans Unveiled
ITP Development is proposing a solar farm with battery storage for a site approximately 6 kilometres north of Orange in New South Wales.
 
Clean Energy Finance Corporation Cash For Stockland
Australian property developer Stockland has sourced $75 million in finance from the CEFC for further energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives.
 
Canadian Solar Inks Major Panel Supply Deal With Lightsource BP
Canadian Solar Inc. has announced the signing of a multi-year module supply agreement with Lightsource BP for projects in the USA and Australia.
 
Kingston City Council Declares Climate Emergency
Victoria’s Kingston City Council has declared a climate emergency, joining dozens of other local governments across Australia to have done so.
 
SACOSS Wary Of Home Battery Scheme For Rentals
The South Australian Council of Social Service is unsure if increasing access to SA’s Home Battery Scheme for landlords and tenants would provide any real benefits to those parties.
  
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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.
 
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USEFUL SOLAR INFO

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.
 
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.

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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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