With the rising cost of grid electricity and the well-improved technology behind solar power, adding a solar battery to your system has become more practical than ever. Although, with so many choices, finding the best solar batteries for your home is also a challenge. While the choice is ultimately yours, we prepared a buyer’s guide … Read more
In the most optimal conditions, the size of the solar battery you need is going to be equal to your energy consumption. So, if you use 10 kWh of electricity per day, you’re going to also need a 10 kWh battery. That is, of course, the oversimplified version. Many other factors that come into play … Read more
The buzz around renewable energy is ever-growing as more and more Australians are looking to power their homes with solar systems. And, at the heart of this conversation, are solar batteries. What are they? How do they work? Do you even need them? If so, how do you choose the best one? These are questions … Read more
When it comes to choosing a backup power source for our homes, the 2 most popular choices are solar batteries and generators. Choosing between them can feel overwhelming, though. After all, they each have their own sets of advantages and drawbacks. To help give you a clearer understanding, today, I’m going to discuss both solar … Read more
So you’re looking for a module with quality, efficiency, and durability that punches above its price. This led you to tier 1 solar panels but, truthfully, it’s likely not what you think it is. Rather than being superior to every other solar panel, earning the “tier 1” moniker says more about the manufacturer than the … Read more
The fast-track version is this: It won’t cost you a single dollar to get your solar panels insured because your home and contents insurance policy covers it already. However, your policy’s premium will likely go up to account for the increase in your property’s value as well as the cost of potential repairs. Now, there … Read more
Just recently, Western Australia has achieved the remarkable feat of supplying 72% of its power demands using rooftop solar. This can be credited largely to the generous solar rebates in WA that make installation more affordable. Solar rebates, otherwise known as Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs), significantly reduce the upfront cost of solar panel installations. Additionally, eligible homeowners … Read more
South Australia has some of the highest electricity costs in the country, with an average price of 37.68 cents per kWh in 2019 and 2020, according to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC). But with solar energy, South Australians can avoid these exorbitant costs. To encourage the switch to renewable energy, the South Australian government offers Small-scale … Read more
Many Australian homeowners are still hesitant about investing in them due to the high upfront cost of installation and uncertainties about the impact on their property’s value if they decide to sell it. So, the question is, do solar panels actually increase the value of a home? The short answer to this question is YES, … Read more
When it comes to investing in solar panels, it’s important to consider factors like upfront cost as well as their long-term benefits and efficiencies. This is where the dispute between black and blue panels comes in. Are black solar panels better than blue? Is it the other way around? The short answer is that black … Read more
