Hi everyone,
 
There are three things I wish I had thought about before joining a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) - and you should too. Learn what they are there. 
  
If you’re in Victoria and considering going solar (or know someone who is), you/they may want get cracking  as Victoria's solar rebate is being reduced very soon. Buying a system will still be worth the investment afterwards, but why not grab the current rebate amount if you can - without rushing a purchase decision of course.
  
With greyer/shorter days upon us, it's a good time to (again) bust the myth that solar is no good in winter - we've crunched the numbers for every Australian state and territory. And in another myth-buster, Ronald demonstrates how solar and wind power take up far less land than coal.
 
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.
 
Regards,

SQ VIEWS

How Well Does Solar Work Through Winter?
How well does solar power work through the winter months? We've crunched the numbers for you for every Australian state and territory.
 
3 Things I Wish I’d Thought About Before Joining A VPP
Finn offers some important advice for Australians considering signing up for a VPP (Virtual Power Plant) program.
 
Wind & Solar Power Use Far Less Land Than Coal
In another renewable energy myth-buster, Ronald demonstrates how wind and solar power use far less land than coal power.
 
Even more news below!

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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

Barnaby's Back And There's Gonna Be Trouble
He's been gone for such a long time. Now he's back and things'll be fine? Hey-la-day-la, Barnaby's back!
 
Solar Panels Installed At Port Macquarie Airport
NSW’s Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is another small step toward its renewable energy goals after the installation of a solar array at Port Macquarie Airport.
 
Clarence Valley Council Considering Solar Farm Near Grafton
A preliminary investigation has been undertaken for New South Wales’ Clarence Valley Council for a solar farm at the Grafton Regional Landfill & Resource Recovery Facility.
 
Another Victorian Solar Panel Rebate Reduction Looms
If you’re in Victoria and considering going solar (or know someone who is), you/they may want get cracking to maximise the amount of subsidy on a system.
 
Kurri Kurri Gas Power Plant Proposal Cops It In Submissions
It appears many Australians are unhappy about the Federal Government’s proposed Kurri Kurri gas-fired power plant, aka the Hunter Power Project.
 
Sussan Ley Puts Australia’s Solar Panel Industry “On Notice”
In an address to the National Press Club last week, Federal Minister for the Environment Sussan Ley issued a warning to the solar industry regarding solar panel recycling.
 
NT Tweaking Home And Business Battery Scheme
The Northern Territory Government says upcoming changes to its Home and Business Battery Scheme (HBBS) will improve the initiative’s equity, efficiency and effectiveness.
 
Perth Train And Bus Station Solar Panel Rollout Progress
Eight bus stations and three railway stations in Perth have had solar power systems installed, with dozens more installations to come.
 
Perth Airport Targeting Carbon Neutrality By 2030
Perth Airport believes it can achieve 50 per cent renewable energy across its huge estate by 2030, and be carbon neutral by the same year.
  
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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!
 
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.

USEFUL SOLAR INFO

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.
 
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.
 
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.