I took an interest in the Australian energy sector close to ten years ago and since then have monitored the trends, technologies and direction of the Australian Energy Market. I was drawn to the Australian solar market in 2008 and since then have worked heavily in the field. I am partnered with national and international solar energy companies, from manufacturers of solar panel and inverter technology, online software developers that introduce tools to quote, monitor and manage solar power systems and media organisations who like myself, closely monitor the solar and renewable energy sector.

Synthetic Solar Trees – Infographic

Synthetic Solar Trees – Infographic

| by Darryn Van Hout

Did you know that Israel public parks are fitted with synthetic solar trees? These solar trees are not only to provide shade from the sun but they are engineered to act as charging stations for...

Merry Christmas from Australian Solar Quotes

Merry Christmas from Australian Solar Quotes

| by Darryn Van Hout

On behalf of the team at Australian Solar Quotes, we wish you a Merry Christmas day and a prosperous 2015. Our team of professionals will be back with more articles, blogs, solar company reviews, product reviews and new...

Run Your Hot Water System For Less

Run Your Hot Water System For Less

| by Darryn Van Hout

If you are still using an out-dated traditional hot water system, you are wasting money. There are more efficient and innovative alternative technologies that will provide you hot water for a fraction of the cost....

Prepaid Solar Energy: Bringing solar to the renters

Prepaid Solar Energy: Bringing solar to the renters

| by Darryn Van Hout

Prepaid solar energy could very well be the savior for the rental markets challenge of heightening electricity bills. Approximately 1.8 million rooftops in Australia belong to the residential rental market. Historically, this sub-market has been largely...

What Are Electricity Substations?

What Are Electricity Substations?

| by Darryn Van Hout

Australia generates electricity from several energy sources. Coal fired power stations, oil, natural gas, hydro power and solar power among other renewables are all used to produce electricity. This is called the energy mix. But...

China’s Upcoming Carbon Trading Market

China’s Upcoming Carbon Trading Market

| by Darryn Van Hout

When one thinks of environmentally advanced and proactive countries, China isn't among the first to jump to mind. In fact, many associate the nation with poor air quality, lax regulation and gargantuan amounts of carbon...