Hi everyone,
  
Solar panel manufacturing heavyweights Jinko Solar and Trina Solar have recently announced each has achieved more than 100GW of solar panel capacity shipped globally to date. That's a heck of a lot of panels.

On a related note, both brands scored a gong in the SolarQuotes 2022 Installers' Choice awards in the best value panels category.

And now for something a little different ... powerful permanent magnets made from Rare Earth Elements (REEs) give us cheaper, lighter and more efficient generators and motors for wind turbines and electric cars. Fortunately, these elements aren't actually rare. Find out more.

Speaking of elements, it turns out you shouldn’t believe everything you read on the internet about Tesla – and not just some of the stuff  Elon Musk actually says.
  
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Good News! Rare Earth Elements Are Not Rare
Rare Earth Elements make wind turbines and electric cars more efficient. Fortunately, REE are not rare. Here's why...
 
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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

Parents Politely Pressuring Pollies To Pledge More Solar Schools
Australian Parents for Climate Action (AP4CA) is calling on parents to urge federal election candidates to make a pledge to support the group’s Solar Our Schools initiative – and providing tools to do so.
 
Victorian 2035 Emissions Target Community Consultation Commences
Victorians are being encouraged to have their say on the state’s interim emissions reduction target for 2035 – and how to achieve it.
 
Petition Pursuing Free Access To Australian Standards For Trades
There are just 10 days left to sign a petition urging government to make Australian Standards available for free – or at a reasonable cost – to trades requiring them.
 
City Of Parramatta Home Solar Rebate Bonus
If you live in the City of Parramatta local government area and are thinking about installing solar panels on your home, now could be a really good time to as Council is offering an added incentive to residents.
 
Fake Tesla Lithium Announcement Catches Out Unwary Investors
It turns out you shouldn’t believe everything you read on the internet – and not just some of the stuff Elon Musk actually says.
 
Winneke’s “Golden Row” Of Solar Panels Installed
Melbourne Water has announced the installation of the first row of solar panels for its Winneke Water Treatment Plant solar farm – and many thousands more panels will soon follow.
 
Trina, Jinko Start 100GW Solar Panel Shipments Club
It appears Chinese solar panel manufacturing heavyweights Trina and Jinko are the inaugural members of an exclusive club – manufacturers that have shipped 100GW of modules.
 
Australia’s Green Future Index Rank Tanks
MIT Technology’s Review’s Green Future Index 2022 doesn’t paint a particularly flattering overall picture of Australia’s efforts towards a sustainable, low-carbon future.
 
Solar And Battery Grants Available To Port Adelaide Enfield Businesses
Port Adelaide Enfield Council has kicked off a pilot subsidy scheme to support small-to-medium enterprise investment in solar power and other green initiatives.
  
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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!
 
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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.