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Solar Systems
Solar Panel Cleaning
Are your solar panels in need of cleaning? Generally speaking they will not require regular maintenance if they are on a decent sloped roof, on a sealed road and not ...
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Batteries
Tesla Powerwall Updates
As previously notified Tesla have introduced their Powerwall 3 battery with integrated solar inverter, providing both AC coupled and DC coupled capability. As such the Powerwall 3 is not compatible ...
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Gas Substitution
Induction cooktop rebate
Substitution of gas appliances is a major focus of the Victorian government and industry. Various rebates are available to support the upgrade of old gas hot water and heating systems. ...
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Electric Vehicles
EV Insights November
The electric vehicle market in Australia is now developing quickly, with more manufacturers, a wider range of models, longer driving range and increased price competition. The switch to EVs is ...
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Electric Vehicles
Vehicle to Grid (V2G) Charging
Electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly changing the way consumers use their own renewable energy eg. solar power. A typical EV these days has a battery of 60 plus kWh so ...
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Hot Water
Heat Pumps for Hot Water
We are regularly asked what is a heat pump and how does it work to heat water, especially in colder climates like central Victoria? A CO2 Heat Pump Hot Water ...
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Electric Vehicles
EV Insights October
The electric vehicle market in Australia is now developing quickly, with more manufacturers, a wider range of models, longer driving range and increased price competition. The switch to EVs is ...
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Solar Systems
Emergency Backstop Mechanism
From 1 October 2024 there will be a new requirement for all solar and/or battery inverters connected to the grid on the Powercor distribution network (covering most of central Victoria). ...
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Batteries
Tesla Powerwall 3
With higher rates of electrification, increasing electricity tariffs and lower solar feed in rates, the benefits of solar and battery storage keep improving. However each property needs careful evaluation to ensure that a ...
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Energy Bills
Premium Feed in Tariff ending
In Victoria the Premium Feed in Tariff ends on 1 November 2024. What to do if you are on the PFIT??? Short answer – if you solar system is still ...
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Energy Bills
Electricity bills (and retailers)
Have you received a larger than expected electricity bill? Or an update from your retailer about increased charges? Retailers are required to notify you of changes and options … but ...
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Electric Vehicles
EV Insights September
The electric vehicle market in Australia is now developing quickly, with more manufacturers, a wider range of models, longer driving range and increased price competition. The switch to EVs is ...
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Electric Vehicles
EV Insights August
The electric vehicle market in Australia is now developing quickly, with more manufacturers, a wider range of models, longer driving range and increased price competition. The switch to EVs is ...
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