Leigh McInerney
Review Board Member
Highlights
- Runs Central Coast Energy, a solar panel installation and maintenance company based in Terrigal NSW, which has been in operation for over ten years.
- Holds a Certificate III in Electrotechnology from TAFE NSW and a Grid-Connected Solar PV Systems Design Accreditation CEC
Experience
Leigh McInerney is a seasoned electrician (Licence no: 127038C) and solar PV systems expert dedicated to helping homeowners make the switch to renewable power on the central coast of NSW. Although he has extensive experience with large 50KW + commercial projects, Leigh prefers to help regular homeowners make the switch to solar. Running a Solar Installation company for over a decade is a testament to his quality of work, ethics and system selection for his customers. Before Central Coast Energy, Leigh ran LPM Electrical, an electrical contracting firm. Leigh enjoys surfing and playing soccer when not immersed in his professional responsibilities.Education
Leigh's solid educational background underpins his expertise. He holds a Certificate III in Electrotechnology from TAFE NSW and a Grid-Connected Solar PV Systems Design Accreditation from TAFE and the Clean Energy Council CEC.Reviewed by Leigh McInerney
To work out the cost of solar panels for a 3-bedroom house, first we need to work out the daily power consumption. According to the CSIRO the average 3-bedroom home uses 22.45kW of power per day. You will need to install a 5kW solar system to cover daily power usage (approx. 22.45kW) in a 3-bedroom …
Northern Territory residents benefit from the government rebates/incentives awarded as Small-Scale Technology Certificates. These incentives help homeowners cut the upfront costs of installing solar power. This has made solar energy to be affordable to all eligible households. In NT, the average solar rebate is $2,201 for the popular 5kW solar PV system and a $4,441 …
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Solar power offers you a more sustainable energy alternative, and a 10kW solar system is just the right system if you have a large house with above-average power needs. This article takes you through the cost of a 10kW system in Canberra and other key numbers of the system. A 10kW solar system in Canberra, …