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Hi everyone,
When buying solar or batteries, or both, it is easy for a technical nuance to be
overlooked. Discover the 7 most important technical tips you need to know when buying solar and/or batteries for your
home; from an installer of 20 years.
In Western Australia, Synergy's new "Midday Saver" usage tariff is only 8c per kWh from 9am to 3pm. But will it save you money on your
overall electricity bill with or without solar and/or batteries? Ronald has crunched
the numbers to find out.
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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Seven Technical Tips For Buying Solar Like A Pro
When buying solar or batteries, or both, it is easy for a technical nuance to be overlooked. Sub-optimal decisions at the design stage affect the performance and savings for the life of the system – typically 25 years or more.
Synergy’s Midday Saver Tariff: Home Batteries Can Pay in WA
If you live in Perth, or within a four-hour drive, I have some good news.
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
It’s Time To Power Up Australia: Climate Council
The Climate Council has published a set of ten energy “game-changers” to tackle both the climate crisis and cost-of living challenges in Australia.
Hybrid Power Station For Liontown’s WA Lithium Project
Lithium from Liontown’s Kathleen Valley project in Western Australia will be helping to power electric cars – but what will be powering the mine?
QLD Emergency Solar Backstop Mechanism Nears
In just a few months, Ergon Energy and Energex will have the capability to remotely switch off some solar power and battery systems – but don’t panic.
Wollar Solar Farm Seeking Solar Panel Supplier
A huge soon-to-be-constructed PV power station project in New South Wales will be a very nice score for a solar panel manufacturer.
Solar + Battery Storage For Taree Tip
New South Wales’ Taree Waste Centre is getting a bunch of solar panels and a battery system, with support from a State Government agency.
More EV Fast Charging In Ascot Vale, Powered By Renewables
Victoria’s Moonee Valley City Council teamed up with Evie Networks to install two new electric vehicle chargers in Ascot Vale that are powered by 100% renewables.
Climate Change Act 2022
Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen had his wish granted when Climate
Change Bill 2022 passed Parliament last week. But what’s with the Albanese Government approving a bunch of new fossil fuel exploration sites recently?
Progress On Massive Proposed NZ Solar Farm Project
An important decision concerning whether a major proposed solar farm for New Zealand can go ahead will soon be made.
Free Solar Panel Recycling In Gannawarra Shire
In another step towards its national rollout, Solar Recovery Corporation has partnered with Victoria’s Gannawarra Shire Council to provide free local solar panel recycling services.
Read more from the blog
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 2022 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.
EV Charging 101
This comprehensive guide covers pretty much everything you’ll need to know about EV charging at home and away from it; and all explained clearly.
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