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The CER forces Australia’s leading solar retailer to replace non-compliant panels

The CER forces Australia’s leading solar retailer to replace non-compliant panels

01/09/2017 | Environment | Leave a commentDarryn Van Hout

Euro Solar—one of the largest solar panel retailers in Australia has been compelled by the Clean Energy Regulator to replace modules or relinquish small-scale technology certificates (STCs) after supposedly installing solar panels that were non-compliance.

STCs – Install a solar system and cash in on the benefits

STCs – Install a solar system and cash in on the benefits

31/08/2017 | Environment | Leave a commentDarryn Van Hout

The values of Small-scale Technology Certificate (STCs) are currently rocking strong – and that’s exciting news for Australians looking to install a solar power system. Certainly, the time is always right to make hay (or...

Melbourne’s cold snap brings havoc, freezing and bursting solar hot water panels

Melbourne’s cold snap brings havoc, freezing and bursting solar hot water panels

25/08/2017 | Environment | Leave a commentAaron

The recent frosty winter in Melbourne has plunged solar hot water panel owners into financial difficulties with thousands of dollars of plumbing bills to clear.

1/4 of Households In Australia Have Solar PV

1/4 of Households In Australia Have Solar PV

21/07/2017 | Environment | 1 CommentErin Waldron

Newly released data has confirmed that a second rooftop solar boom is currently happening around Australia. Thanks to falling costs of technology and the increasingly volatile prices of electricity, almost one quarter of households in...

Renewables Set to Be Cheapest Power by 2020

Renewables Set to Be Cheapest Power by 2020

18/07/2017 | Environment | Leave a commentAaron

Sources of renewable energy such as solar power and wind are getting just as cheap or even cheaper than the traditional carbon-intensive alternatives such as coal. Morgan Stanley has released new research that suggests renewable...

Electricity Bills, Penalty Rates and Politicians’ Pay Changed

Electricity Bills, Penalty Rates and Politicians’ Pay Changed

14/07/2017 | Politics | Leave a commentErin Waldron

Tax breaks for small businesses and those that fall within the top tax bracket have taken effect, and are likely to weigh so heavily on people’s hip pockets. Consequently, electricity bills are expected to rise...

Could Trump Construct a Border Wall Covered in Solar Panels?

Could Trump Construct a Border Wall Covered in Solar Panels?

11/07/2017 | International, Politics | Leave a commentAaron

When President Trump released a press statement claiming that despite pulling out of the Paris climate accord, the U.S. would rise to become the "the cleanest" country on planet Earth, building a border wall mounted...

Why Your Electricity Bill Needs to Go Up

Why Your Electricity Bill Needs to Go Up

05/06/2017 | Politics | 1 CommentErin Waldron

According to the newly appointed Energy Minister Ben Wyatt, power prices should match the cost of delivering the service, which currently stands at 20 per cent above the average household bill. Mr Wyatt, the new...

Tesla Unveils New and Exclusive ‘Sleek, Low-Profile’ Solar Panels

Tesla Unveils New and Exclusive ‘Sleek, Low-Profile’ Solar Panels

04/05/2017 | Technology | Leave a commentErin Waldron

Tesla Motors Inc. recently showed off their latest set of high-class solar panels designed to redefine the way Tesla meets the unique needs of customers looking to save on their power bills by harnessing the...

Renewables Push Down Greenhouse Gas Emissions Across EU

Renewables Push Down Greenhouse Gas Emissions Across EU

01/05/2017 | International | Leave a commentErin Waldron

According to the latest report from the European Environment Agency (EEA), the uptake of renewables within the EU region since 2005 has significantly contributed to a remarkable reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel...

Queensland Hits Half Million Mark in Solar PV System Installations

Queensland Hits Half Million Mark in Solar PV System Installations

19/04/2017 | Environment | Leave a commentErin Waldron

According to new data from the Australian Clean Energy Regulator, Queensland still has the highest number of small-scale solar PV systems installed across the country. The state leads by a large margin and recently recorded...

Queensland Public Housing Plan to Help Tenants Save on Power Costs

Queensland Public Housing Plan to Help Tenants Save on Power Costs

23/03/2017 | Environment | Leave a commentDarryn Van Hout

A planned trial phase in Queensland will see installation of about three to six megawatts of solar systems on a total of 2,000 to 4,000 detached houses and buildings owned by the government. Most tenants...

Sydney Markets Invest In More Solar Panels

Sydney Markets Invest In More Solar Panels

22/03/2017 | Technology | Leave a commentErin Waldron

One of largest car park solar canopies fitted at Flemington’s Sydney Markets was officially unveiled in Australia on Tuesday by NSW Planning Minister Anthony Roberts. The solar array which consists of a whopping 640kW forms...

Solar Power Saves The Grid In South Australia

Solar Power Saves The Grid In South Australia

17/03/2017 | Uncategorised | Leave a commentErin Waldron

It’s really exciting to learn that South Australia managed to avert impending brownouts after 600MW of power generation capacity were abruptly lost as Adelaide welcomed the Clipsal 500 and Adelaide Festival.

US Solar Market Records 95% Growth In 2016

US Solar Market Records 95% Growth In 2016

07/03/2017 | Technology | 1 CommentErin Waldron

The solar market in the USA nearly doubled its installations last year according to the country’s annual record, ranking solar energy the topmost generator of electricity capacity increases in 2016.

Canberra’s Avails More Initiatives For Commercial Solar Installations

Canberra’s Avails More Initiatives For Commercial Solar Installations

06/03/2017 | Politics | Leave a commentErin Waldron

Canberra is at it again—this time installing highly subsidised next generation battery storage in both homes and businesses across its region.

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Australia’s New Federal Solar Battery Rebate Begins July 1, 2025: Here’s What You Need to Know

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