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Ben McInerney

Review Board Member
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CEO, Researcher, Editor
Expertise: Solar PV Research, Arboriculture, Content Wizard
Education: TAFE NSW

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

lg-solar-panel-reviews

South Korean electronics giant LG has dominated the world of electronics for almost three decades now. The company is renowned for producing high-quality products for both household and commercial uses. It’s, therefore, no surprise that they produce one of the most efficient solar panels in the solar industry. Pros and cons of LG solar panels …

Solar Panel Repair Technicians

One of the main reasons why more Australian homes are choosing to invest in solar systems is the fact that they’re cost-saving. With a solar system, you dramatically cut down your energy bills by nearly 90%. But when your solar system needs repairs, you may end up spending thousands if you don’t go about it …

small commercial solar panel system

One of the biggest emerging trends in the Australian market is the rise of commercial solar panels. Today, more and more businesses are embracing solar energy with the aim of reducing their power bills to save money. And the truth is, commercial solar is really beneficial for the right commercial business. Unlike most homes which …

Solar feedin tariffs Victoria

In a nutshell: We evaluate solar feed-in rates in Victoria Our top 3 picks Finding the best solar feed-in tariff in Victoria is just as good as the savings you will get from the solar panels. In fact, it will increase your payback period up to 30% with the right plan. Luckily, there are several …

Solar feed-in tariffs Queensland QLD

Folks in Queensland are hit with some of the highest power charges in the country, but the silver lining is they have access to some of the most attractive feed-in tariffs available to help balance out these expenses. By installing a solar panel system, you can significantly reduce your power bills through feed-in tariffs offered …

jinko solar panel review

Jinko Solar ranks among the top players in the solar panel production sector. This firm is widely recognised for being the leading bulk manufacturer of affordable and dependable Tier 1 photovoltaic solar panels. Company history The Jinko company started back in 2006 in China with the aim of meeting the solar demand in the Chinese …

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As the cost of solar panels significantly decreases in Australian markets, an increasing number of owners of extensive properties are showing keen interest in installing a 10kW solar power system. A 10kWh solar panel system costs $10,239 on average Australia-wide. However, the prices can go as high as $10,789 and as low as $9,571 depending …

difference between kW and kWh

When looking to go solar, the terms kW and kWh are among the few terms you’ll never miss. If you don’t have some electrical background, these terms will definitely confuse you. A kilowatt (kW) is the power generating capacity and a kilowatt-hour (kWh) is the power generated over one hour. Let’s take a closer look …

large power bill with solar

Installing solar panels is an excellent strategy to combat soaring electricity costs and take advantage of substantial government subsidies. In most cases, you will still receive an electric bill after installing a solar panel system. You will normally reduce your regular electric bill by 85 – 90%. There are, however, two ways to completely eliminate …