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Discover available rooftop solar PV rebates, loans, and incentives in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Hunter, NSW and explore eligibility and how to apply.
Discover the differences between AC-coupled and DC-coupled solar battery storage and how they differ in configuration for homes across Australia in 2025.
Explore the pros and cons of investing in on-site EV charging for fleet management or using public EV chargers for your business's electric car fleet in NSW.
With homes, Australian standards, and energy networks being ready for bidirectional charging, why the wait? Let's explore grid, EV, & charger developments.
Both Tesla and Sungrow have great battery options for homes, but which is better between Tesla Powerwall 3 or Sungrow's SBH battery series in Australia?
Explore the differences and if hot water solar or solar PV systems are better, along with heat pumps and electric water heaters for home savings in Australia.
A very strong storm passed through the Hunter, leaving over 100,000 homes without power. Here's how you can protect your home's energy with independence.
As 2025 comes to light, homes and businesses in NSW have access to a range of rebates and subsidies that allow for discounted installations of solar and battery solutions.
Explore various ways where homes and businesses can reduce electricity bills and maximise solar generation in Newcastle and the Hunter, NSW for 2025.
Rooftop and ground mounted solar are ways you can add solar to your home.. but which is better? Compare roof vs. ground solar systems and see what's best.
Explore the NSW battery 'rebate' (Peak Demand Reduction Scheme), approved battery brands, pricing, and how you can be eligible to save on your first battery.
What size battery is right for you? Discover whether a 6kWh, 10kWh, or 15kWh+ is the best home storage option for maximising your solar energy in Newcastle.
The journey of bidirectional charging in Australia has hit a milestone with the recent approval of the new standard for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging for 2025.
Explore how daylight savings and seasonal changes during winter and summer can affect your solar panels performance and solar generation in NSW, Australia.
Deciding whether to get off-grid solar and battery? Explore the benefits of complete off-grid electricity, and if getting an off the grid energy system is right for you.
Everyone has seen a solar installation a normal roof like tin or tiled roofs, but have you ever seen a solar installation a roof made of Brass? Well we did one...
With the release of the new Clean Energy Council (CEC) H1 2024 report on solar and battery storage, it gives an idea of the upward path of Australia’s renewable energy adoption.
Amber & ARENA have started trials for Vehicle-to-grid technology in NSW, Australia to help develop standards and framework in V2G and Bidirectional charging.
Are you maximising your solar energy production? Explore ways to improve self-consumption, and accelerate returns and benefits in NSW with solar tariffs.
What's the difference between Tesla Powerwall 2 and 3? Compare specifications, release dates, features, and compatibility between Powerwalls in Australia.
With the surge in battery adoption in Australia, many are curious to know if home battery storage is safe and if they pose a fire risk. Here are fire statistics..
Investing in your solar system has many opportunities, but should you replace your panels, upgrade with more solar, or add battery storage to your home?
Though bidirectional charging isn't available, vehicle-to-grid is already turning heads in Australia with its potential to change energy consumption and distribution.
![Differences between Power vs. Energy: [kW vs. kWh]⚡2025](/media/website_posts/78/lightblub-energy.webp)
What are the differences between power vs. energy and kW and kWh? Let's explore the real world similarities & differences to how electricity is stored and used.
With the uptake of solar and battery systems, Microgrids, Virtual Power Plants, and Distributed energy resources are becoming more apparent. What are they?
The main difference between Alternating Current (AC) & Direct Current (DC), is that DC only flows in one direction, where AC flows in both. Here are examples..
![How Australia Reached 40% Renewables⚡[Q4 2023 Statistics]](/media/website_posts/74/Sydney.webp)
In the new 2024 CEC report, they found that renewable contribution in the overall supply of energy in Australia, produced 40% of Australia’s total electrical supply.
![Energy Bill Still High Even With Solar?⚡Here's Why.. [2025]](/media/website_posts/73/Solar-panel-home-installation.webp)
Solar owners may be receiving higher energy bills than expected. Why is my bill still high after solar installation? Why are my solar panels not reducing my bill?
Explore the differences between on vs. off peak electricity, the best times to use energy, and the best hour tariffs to get the most out of your energy in NSW.
If you're looking to reinvest in your solar system should you add panels and upgrade, or should you replace the entire system and start fresh? Which is better?
What is single vs. three phase and which is better? Discover the differences between 1 and 3-phase with real world electricity examples in Australia for 2025.
If your solar panels are dirty, explore easy ways to DIY clean your solar panels, or when to get your system cleaned by a professional solar cleaner in Australia.
![Choosing a Solar Installer: [Common Mistakes to Avoid]⚡2025](/media/website_posts/68/Commercial-Industrial-newcastle-solar-and-battery-installers2.webp)
Having trouble finding the best solar installer in your area? Explore some tips and tricks on picking the right solar or battery installer and avoid making mistakes.
![Solar Installations Made Easy: A Step-by-Step Guide⚡[2025]](/media/website_posts/67/Black-solar-panels-system-rooftop-newcastle.webp)
Learn the solar installation step-by-step process of how solar panels are installed, and easily understand each step of installation so you can keep track.
![Solar Rebates & Schemes: What's Available?⚡[NSW] 2024](/media/website_posts/66/Solar-panel-Installation-Newcastle-Installers-thornton-2.webp)
What solar rebates and schemes are available for Australians to take advantage of in 2024? Explore government rebates and schemes in NSW for solar panels.
With aspects constantly changing, Australian's are wondering if solar is still worth investing in for 2025, and if owners will actually earn anything from solar energy.
How do solar batteries work? Some might believe that they use magic, but let's walk through how they work in simple terms to help you better understand battery storage.
![Your Business Is Missing Out. Here's Why.⚡Solar Energy [2024]](/media/website_posts/64/Tesla-Megapack-BESS-battery-energy-storage-system-1.webp)
Businesses are not realising the full potential that battery storage can have when paired with solar. Commercial properties can benefit greatly from independence.
Now is the best time to invest in solar panels.. here are 4 reasons why Australians should invest in solar energy before it's time runs out for 2024.
The NEM or otherwise known as the National Electricity Market, looks after interconnecting the 5 states, as it is difficult to store and distribute electricity.