Hi everyone,
 
Can you help us get solar on skeptics' roofs? We have a short survey here to help us gather data on why people do or don't buy solar - we'd really appreciate it if you took a few minutes to fill it out.
 
Meanwhile, back at the ranch....
 
One of the things Ronald loves about working at SolarQuotes is that he gets to travel to exotic locations to research stories. Last week, Ronald managed to evade security at Adelaide's Rundle Mall to find out more about Tesla Powerwall 2 pricing (Tesla had a popup store there). It also seems Powerwall installations in SA will be performed by killer robots. 
 
In other news, more batteries have been added to SA's Home Battery Scheme and Norway-headquartered REC Group has announced a significant boost to product warranties for its TwinPeak and N-Peak solar panel lines.
 
More on these stories and other 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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Tesla Popup Store In Adelaide Quotes $9,300 Powerwall Installed By Killer Robots
Tesla says an installed Powerwall 2 battery is $9,300 with South Australia's $6,000 subsidy. A three phase Powerwall will cost 'a few hundred dollars' more.

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SOLAR NEWS

BYD B-Box Pro 13.8 Added To SA Home Battery Scheme
Choices of battery systems continue to grow in South Australia’s Home Battery Scheme, with BYD the latest to be added to the list. 
 
Geopolitical Consequences Of The Transition To Renewables
A recently published report states a new energy age will reshape relations between states and regions around the world. This presents dangers and opportunities for Australia. 
 
REC Boosts Solar Panel Product Warranty
REC Group announced last week it was providing a significant boost to its TwinPeak and N-Peak solar panel product warranties. 
 
Feedback Invited On Behind The Meter Industry Code Of Conduct
Stakeholders and the public are encouraged to provide feedback a new industry code of conduct being developed to help further protect Australian purchasers of PV and battery systems, along with other “behind-the-meter” products. 
 
Kidston Cranking A Heap Of Solar Electricity Goodness – And Cash
Genex Power has released a revenue update for its 50MW Kidston Solar Project (KS1) in North Queensland, along with some energy generation statistics.
 
Varta Added To SA Home Battery Scheme
Another battery brand has popped up on South Australia’s Home Battery Scheme eligibility list – Germany’s Varta.
 
Victoria’s Solar Homes Package Boosting Jobs
As well as saving Victorian households a bundle of cash on going solar, the state’s Solar Homes Package rebate scheme is giving local employment a boost too.
 
Floating Solar Power’s Potential In The USA
Recently published research from the USA’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory indicates “floatovoltaics” could make a significant contribution to electricity generation in the country.
 
Site Works Start On WA Lithium Hydroxide Plant
U.S. headquartered Albemarle Corporation has commenced site works associated with the construction of a lithium hydroxide manufacturing plant in the Kemerton Strategic Industrial Area, Western Australia..
 
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Solar Battery Storage Explained
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Solar Battery Comparison Table
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