Hi everyone,
 
If you're an ACT home owner with a Pensioner Concession Card and haven't yet installed solar panels, you may be eligible for up to $2,500 off the cost of a solar system through an ACT Government program - find out more.
 
Australian energy management technology company SwitchDin has scored a 2020 Start Up Energy Transition (SET) Award - congratulations to the SwitchDin team!
 
An ambitious project to export solar electricity from Australia to Singapore has copped a spray from Senator Sam McMahon - was it justified?
 
Many councils across Australia are embracing solar power and it's always encouraging to hear about local governments getting started or building on existing solar power capacity - and promoting the bill-busting technology in their communities. Scroll down for a couple of recent examples.
 
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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ACT Solar For Low Income Households Program: Up To $2,500 Available
Do you have a Pensioner Concession Card? Do you own a home in the ACT? Does the roof of that home lack solar panels?

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SOLAR NEWS

Japan’s PM Pledges Carbon Neutrality By 2050
Japan’s Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga says his country will become carbon-neutral by 2050 – and this has implications for Australia.

SwitchDin Scores Prestigious International Award For Energy Tech
Australian energy management technology company SwitchDin has been announced the winner of a 2020 Start Up Energy Transition (SET) Award.

$500,000 Raised For Goulburn Community Solar Project
Community Energy 4 Goulburn (CE4G) is celebrating after a successful investor information event last Wednesday raised more than half a million dollars for a community solar farm project.
 
Dr. Sam’s Sun Cable Spray
Country Liberal Senator for the Northern Territory Dr. Sam McMahon appears to have channelled Senator Matt Canavan in a reaction to the potential location of a massive solar and storage project- the Australia-ASEAN Power Link (AAPL).
 
Whittlesea Council Aiming For Net Zero Emissions By 2022
Victoria’s City Of Whittlesea Council has adopted a plan that sets it on a path for net zero emissions by 2022; with solar power continuing to play a significant role.
 
Margaret River Tesla Powerpack Installation Operational
The residents of Western Australia’s Margaret River can look forward to better quality power and other benefits after a Tesla Powerpack installation was switched on yesterday.
 
Australian Mayors Commit To Sustainable COVID Economic Recovery
Dozens of mayors and councillors from across Australia have put their names to a joint statement committing to economic recovery solutions that not only create jobs, but also tackle climate change.
 
More Solar Panels On The Cards For Kempsey Shire Council
A bunch of solar panels could be appearing at various Kempsey Shire Council sites in the not-too-distant future after Council’s adoption of a Long-term Renewable Energy and Water Strategy.
 
Totally Renewable Yackandandah Founder Local Hero Nominee
The founder of an initiative in Victoria to take a town to 100 per cent renewable energy has been named as a nominee for the 2021 Australian of the Year Awards..
  
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POPULAR SOLAR TOOLS

There's a bunch of handy and easy to use tools and calculators on SolarQuotes. You can find a selection of my most popular tools 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!
 
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USEFUL SOLAR INFO

NEW! - Solar Battery Reviews
We've kicked off our new battery reviews section with more than 40 manufacturers listed where you can find more information on energy storage companies and read or submit reviews.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.



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.