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Compare Solar Feed-in Tariffs – State by State
State Solar Feed-In Tariffs State and Territory governments across Australia have adopted different approaches to what is normally referred to as a solar feed-in tariff, sometimes known as a solar bonus scheme […]
Which electricity retailer offers the best solar feed-in tariff?
Solar Feed-in Tariffs in Australia: How they’ve changed Solar feed-in tariffs are arrangements where a solar system owner is paid for the solar energy that they send into the grid. At one […]
Best SA Solar Feed-In Tariffs
Residents in South Australia have the highest electricity rates in Australia. This explains why going solar is a big motivation for household owners there, with one in three having a […]
Best QLD Solar Feed-In Tariffs
Queensland, otherwise known as the Sunshine state has a perfect environment for solar panel installations. With 300 days of sunshine per year and an average of 8-9 hours of sun […]
Best VIC Solar Feed-In Tariffs
There is a wide variety of different reasons for residential homeowners to switch to solar energy in Victoria. This includes the cost savings of relying less on the grid or […]
Best NSW Solar Feed-In Tariffs
Solar feed-in tariffs are a payment that you receive from your chosen electricity supplier in exchange for any surplus clean energy that your solar panels feed back into the grid. […]
Heat Pump Hot Water Systems – A Complete Buyers Guide
In 2023 the number of heat pump hot water systems installed in Australia increased by 70%. The rise of this technology has been linked with improvements in performance, the ability […]
Guide to the NSW Government Home Battery Rebate
The NSW Government is launching a new home battery rebate program offering between $1600 and $2400 off the upfront installation cost of a household battery for homes and businesses with […]
How Do Solar Panels Work: A Complete Guide
Step-by-Step Quick Guide: How Solar Panels Work 1. Sunlight Activation 2. Photovoltaic Effect 3. Generation of Direct Current (DC) Electricity 4. Conversion to Alternating Current (AC) 5. Distribution to the […]
Ecogenica Heat Pump Hot Water: Independent Review by Solar Choice
Note: Solar Choice is not associated with Ecogenica or any heat pump brand and has no financial or other incentives to promote any product brand over another. At a Glance: […]
Apricus Heat Pumps: An Independent Review by Solar Choice
Note: Solar Choice is not associated with Apricus or any heat pump brand and has no financial or other incentives to promote any product brand over another. At a Glance: […]
Reclaim Energy Heat Pump: Independent Review by Solar Choice
Note: Solar Choice does not install Reclaim Energy products or any other heat pump and has no financial or other incentives to promote any product brand over another. At a […]
iStore Heat Pump | Independent Review by Solar Choice
Note: Solar Choice is not associated with iStore or any other heat pump and has no financial or other incentives to promote any product brand over another. At a Glance: […]
Guide to Queensland’s Battery Booster Rebate for Homeowners
Queensland government has launched a $10 million Solar Battery Booster rebate program for 2,000 households, or until funds run out. With rebates of $3,000 – $4,000 available for eligible households […]
STC Rebate Scheme: STCs, Prices & Calculations Explained
Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) is the official term of what is commonly deemed Australia’s residential solar rebate. STC’s are a component of the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme, this is the […]
Sustainability Rebates in Randwick City Council, NSW: A Focus on Solar and Electric Vehicle Initiatives
Randwick City Council in New South Wales, Australia, is leading the way in promoting sustainable living through a series of rebates aimed at encouraging residents to adopt energy and water-saving […]
ACT Apartment Solar Rebate
Yesterday the ACT government announced that they will be releasing a new incentive program targeted at helping multi-unit apartment buildings install a shared solar system. The $3.6 million program is […]
Origin Feed In Tariffs Explained
Origin Energy is Australia’s largest electricity retailer, servicing around a quarter of the residential electricity market. Though you may not know that Origin Energy is a relatively young company – […]
10 Greenest Energy Providers in Australia
The availability of renewable energy sourced from solar, wind and hydro is rapidly increasing right across Australia. At the same time, consumer demand for products that are sourced and produced […]
5 Advantages of Solar Energy
The growth of solar panels being installed on both residential and commercial levels has accelerated in the last 10 years. There are many advantages of transitioning from relying on the […]
Federal Incentives & Solar Rebates For Solar Power
The federal solar rebates provide an incentive for solar systems both small and large under the Renewable Energy Target (RET). The RET incentivises small-scale and large-scale solar projects differently, with […]
An Update On The Victorian Solar Rebate
In this article we examine the Victorian Solar Rebate Scheme, how it works, eligibility, initial problems that plagued the scheme, and an update for June 2020. A Brief Overview/History On […]