Ben McInerney
Review Board Member
BACKGROUND
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
Aussie SMEs copping a yearly power bill over 15 grand ought to have a squiz at 30kW solar systems. Spot on for slashing those hefty charges! A 30kWh solar system installed will cost around $28,957 on average installed. This price is after the government rebate of $8,818 has been applied. With a payback period of …
Microinverters convert the DC power from individual solar panels to AC electricity to power your home. A microinverter ensures that each solar panel in your solar system works at its optimum level. Consequently, each solar panel produces the most power it can, and that power all goes into your home solar system. By ensuring that …
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Micro-inverters are used for solar panel systems that get partial shading. Micro-inverters come attached to each solar panel and are not bought separately. The best way to cost them is by comparing the per kilowatt price of a central inverter vs microinverters for the same-sized solar panel system. The price of micro inverters is $1.15 …
The discount you receive on a 5KW solar system depends on where you’re located. Down Under, every state has its own method for working out the rebate you can get. Therefore, depending on which state you call home, you might be able to score a 5KW solar system at a more affordable price than in …
A 6kW solar system is quite the favourite among various options, aligning seamlessly with the energy usage trends seen in the average Australian home. To boost your confidence and to vividly show the capabilities of a 6kW setup, we’ve taken the initiative to delve into and document the everyday electricity consumption of typical household appliances, …
In South Australia, the state government does have a program to help people on a pension or very low and fixed income. You are eligible for an energy concession in South Australia if you are on a low or fixed income or a verified asylum seeker. You can also get concessions if you are a …
Most Queenslanders are qualified for the solar rebate. Simply purchase a new solar setup for your home, ensuring you’ve never benefited from a solar subsidy previously. To be eligible you must: Install a solar system no larger than 100kW The solar power system must be installed at an eligible home. Examples include houses, townhouses, residential …
The South Australian government is enthusiastic about getting more Aussies to take advantage of solar energy savings. They’ve rolled out a top-notch initiative for home batteries. The SA solar battery rebate scheme is open to all residents connected to the grid. In the scheme, applicants can access low-interest loans from the Clean Energy Finance Corporation …
The Australian Government introduced the Solar Rebate, also known as the Small-scale Technology Certificate scheme, in 2011. The solar rebate will end in QLD on 31st December 2030. The current STC rebate offered to Queenslanders decreases yearly until it reaches zero at the end of 2030. The 44c feed-in tariff offered by electricity distributors Energex, …
