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Ben is a renewable energy enthusiast and developed a passion for solar while helping his brother Leigh install solar panels on the Central Coast. With an environmental science-based background, transitioning into renewable energy was seamless. Ben has helped thousands of Australians understand roof-top solar and enabled them to make the best choice before their purchase.Latest by Ben McInerney
These days everybody wants to invest in solar energy because of the massive money savings enjoyed by producing your energy. Still, before investing in a solar power system, there is a lot of basic knowledge you need to catch up on to make sure you are getting the correct system for your needs. One essential …
Solar batteries come in a variety of sizes depending on your storage needs. Prices vary depending on the size/ storage capacity chemistry and manufacturer. A typical 14kWh solar battery (Tesla2 Powerwall)1 costs $12000 to $14000 purchase and install. Prices start at $668 per kWh of storage. Let’s take a look in detail at how a …
Feed-in tariffs represent compensation for homes and enterprises that supply surplus solar energy back to the grid. Energy providers are responsible for these payments. The amount paid varies based on the energy supplier and the state of residence. Below, we have listed the feed-in tariff rates for solar energy by supplier. NSW VIC QLD SA …
Azimuth angle refers to the orientation of the solar panel, i.e. direction that a solar panel is facing relative to the sun. It is usually calculated clockwise starting from the north and expressed in degrees. For example, a solar panel having an azimuth angle of 180° clockwise from north would imply that the panel is …
The ACT currently has 5 companies offering feed-in tariffs. They rates are actually quite good as compared to other states and territories. When selecting a company to supply energy with the hope of saving money with your solar panels, the FiT is only half the story. You also need to take into account the supply …
There are currently 20 companies offering Feed-in tariffs in South Australia. Prices range from 1.0c/kWh to 8.5c/kWh. When looking for a energy provider, the feed-in tariff is just one part of the equation. To optimize your solar system ROI, you will need to find a supplier with a low supply and usage charge, as well …
On the journey towards sustainable power options, saltwater batteries have surfaced as a viable and eco-friendly technology. These cutting-edge energy storage solutions utilize saltwater electrolytes to efficiently store and distribute energy. Saltwater batteries use concentrated saltwater or saline to capture and store electricity that can be discharged later to power electrical gadgets. Unlike lithium-ion batteries …
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