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
6.6 kW solar systems are becoming increasingly popular across Australia in 2024 [1], largely due to their affordability, ideal size, and generous government subsidies. On average, a 6.6 kW solar system costs around $7,500 – $9,500 before any Small-Scale Technology Tokens (STCs) have been deducted2. However, generally, typical pre-rebate cost of an installed 6.6kW solar system …
Solar batteries might cost a fair bit for many Aussies. However, a federal government STC rebate helpfully reduces the cost and simplifies the process of setting up a standard grid-connected solar PV system in your house. This rebate program for solar PV systems was established to motivate more Australians to switch to renewable energy. In …
The cost of installing a solar panel system will depend on the size of the system you need, the company used to install the system, and the size of the rebate your state gives. The average cost of a solar system installed is $7,063. Priced quoted by companies always include installation. The cost of solar …
If you’re residing in Australia, it’s likely you’re considering or intending to become part of the massive group of homes opting for solar panels for their electricity needs. A crucial piece of information that we’re going to delve into today revolves around the solar payback period. The average payback period for solar in Australia is …
In 2011, the solar rebate scheme was launched to motivate Australians to harness solar power. The government solar rebate is set to end on 31st December 2030. The Australian government decided that rather than stopping the rebate immediately, it was a better idea to phase it out gradually. The government decided that the gradual phasing …
Having solar panels in your home doesn’t end with just installing them, maintenance and repair costs are two other key factors that will ensure that your solar system continues to work at its maximum efficiency. Though solar panels require very little maintenance, they should still be cleaned once or twice a year1 to prevent them …
There are a few inverters we feel are the best of the best in 2020 for Price, efficiency and flexibility. You can jump down and see who the winners are, but I urge you to first read a few essential things about inverters to have a better understanding to help you choose which is best …
There are a few different types of solar panel systems such as grid-tied, off-grid, and hybrid. Basically, the difference between them is the amount of reliance on the grid as a backup source of power. A hybrid solar system combines the best features of grid-tied and off-grid systems. They integrate a solar battery for storage …
The solar market is full of companies offering a wide array of solar panels of every type, quality and watt output, but which are best? With so many options, selecting the right solar panels for you and your home is getting harder by the day. To get the best solar panels, you have to consider …
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