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While Australian solar buyers were paying more per watt on average in December, this wasn't always the case in each state for the popular 6.6kW size category. Find out more in our latest solar price report and why regardless of system price trends the best time to go solar is usually right now.
 
Draft guidelines concerning potential charges for exporting solar electricity into the grid  under certain circumstances in most states starting in 2025 have been released for comment - and given previous reactions, no doubt there will be plenty; both informed and not so much. 
 
Over to inverters, and Brisbane-based Redback Technologies’ new single-phase, grid-tied solar inverter range announced last year are ready to rock - you can find out more here.
 
More 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.
 
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Australian Solar Prices: January 2022 Update
Australians were paying more per watt for solar power systems on average last month, but there was a surprise in the popular 6.6kW category.
 
Even more news below!

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.

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?

SOLAR NEWS

Solar + Battery Storage For Another Australian Gold Miner
Calidus Resources has inked an agreement with Zenith Pacific for the construction of a solar + battery storage facility that will help power the Warrawoona Gold Project in Western Australia.
 
Humes Harvesting Solar Energy
A major supplier of aggregates, readymix concrete and concrete pipe and products in Australia is in the midst of a significant rooftop solar rollout.
 
More Solar Panels Racked Up For Bathurst Rail Museum
Bathurst Rail Museum has again built on its solar panel capacity and added a couple of batteries to boost the attraction’s solar energy self-consumption.
 
Solar Export Tariff Draft Guidelines Released
Draft guidelines for solar export tariffs – a charge for exporting electricity into the grid – have been released for comment; and no doubt there will be plenty.
 
Microinverter Solar System For Devonport Council Arts Centre
Tasmania’s Devonport City Council is getting busy in making good on its Cities Power Partnership pledges.
  
Redback Smart Inverters Ready To Rock
Queensland-based Redback Technologies’ new single-phase, grid-tied solar inverters have hit the market.
 
Australian Firm Aims For Cleaner Cremation With Green Hydrogen
As more Australians look to lowering their carbon footprint in death as in life, renewables-based hydrogen could play a role.
 
5B Looks To Robots To Slash Solar Costs
Australia’s 5B is aiming to slash the capital costs of producing and deploying its revolutionary Maverick “solar farm in a box” solution by more than a third – and has received a helping hand from ARENA to do so.
  
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SOLAR TOOLS & REVIEWS

There's a bunch of hardware and installer reviews along with handy and easy to use tools and calculators on SolarQuotes. Find them by clicking here.

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!

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, battery 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 | Batteries | Installers 
 
Pick up some tips on writing a review.

FINN'S "101" GUIDES

Understanding Solar
This runs through the basics of residential solar energy and the components that make up the system. It demystifies the magic turning sunlight into clean power for your home that can save you a bundle of cash on your electricity bills, and clearly explains some important concepts you should understand.
 
Buying Solar
My original guide, updated for 2021 that also includes a printable and video version. Now you have a basic understanding of all the bits that make up a solar power system and how they work to generate electricity, it’s time to think about getting quotes. After reading this, you’ll be able to communicate effectively with a salesperson and be confident you’re paying the right amount of money for a properly-sized system with the right components  – and from the right installer.
 
Owning Solar
The panels are now on your rooftop and the installers have packed up and left. What should you do now and how can you make the most of the new valuable addition to your home? From checking the installation to maximising electricity bill savings, find the answers here.
 
Understanding Home Batteries
This chapter will provide you an understanding of solar batteries – and will help you determine if installing one is right for you. It covers topics such as how a home battery works, the different types of energy storage and how energy storage can save you money.
 
Buying Solar Batteries
My guide to buying solar battery storage provides useful advice on how to go about purchasing a good quality home battery system installation at a reasonable price – and how to identify some of the traps. By reading this, you’ll be better equipped to make a solid purchase decision.
 
Owning A Battery System
As the proud new owner of home energy storage, you’ll want to make the most of it. This chapter provides very useful information about owning a battery system and maximising the benefits it can provide.