Category: Cost Guides
95% of the motivation for installing solar panels is the promise of savings on power bills (…sorry environment, but it’s true)
The cost of solar per watt has been coming down over the last two decades as panels’ efficiency has increased, and the manufacturing of panels has ramped up. Solar panels cost about $1.16 per watt. The cost per watt decreases the larger the system you buy. For a regular residential system (6.6kW) you can expect …
To determine the cost involved in installing solar panels on a three-bedroom house, it’s crucial initially to work out the daily energy consumption. According to the CSIRO, a typical three-bedroom residence uses about 22.45kW of electricity each day. You will need to install a 5kW solar system to cover daily power usage (approx. 22.45kW) in …
With the rise in electricity costs, solar energy appears to be a more affordable and better option for both home and property owners. However, is it permissible for a landlord to bill their tenants for the use of solar energy? Yes. Landlords can charge tenants1 for solar power, but the terms must be laid out …
In Australia, 3 million homes1 have fitted solar panels. Is it possible for the significant number of renting households to also reap the advantages of solar energy? Renters can also have solar panels installed in the homes they live in. However, they have to wait for the landlord to install it. If they want to …
In South Australia, a new government program is providing solar panels at no cost. The South Australian Government has developed the Switch for Solar program to provide free 4.4kw solar panels to recipients of the cost of living concession. Beneficiaries of the program will stop receiving the concession for ten years. The program aims to …
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The initiative offering free solar power systems is designed to help these households reduce their monthly power bills. Eligible pensioners and low-income households in NSW can participate in the “free solar panels NSW” program for a free 3-kilowatt solar system installed on their homes. Also, people who can’t install solar pv system, for example, those who live …
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Ever wondered about the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)? And why has this agreement been made and whether this agreement really solves anything or not? Power Purchase Agreements are lengthy contracts for renewable energy. They are becoming increasingly popular among large corporations, SMEs, and municipal governments. Why is that? Because they are a dependable method of …
Australia leads the world in the use of solar. At the same time, there is too much pressure on the electricity grid during peak hours. Solar power providers have the plan to boost the electricity grid during peak hours through the use of virtual power plants. Depending on where you live and how you organize …
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As electricity prices keep on rising and the costs of solar systems decrease every day, solar power presents a more cost-effective, eco-friendly, and reliable energy solution for homeowners in Adelaide, Australia. For numerous homeowners, the 5kW solar systems stand out as the go-to option because they meet the needs of the typical household perfectly. If …