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Welcome to our News page! Here we explore and discuss Solar energy. We talk about all things renewable energy but in the solar category we go through Australian solar energy primarily with some other additional articles. Happy reading!


Solar PV Panels vs. Hot Water Solar: Which is Better?☀️NSW

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.


Rebates & Subsidies in NSW: Solar, Battery, & VPP's⚡2025

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.


7 Ways to Reduce Energy Bills & Maximise Solar⚡2025

Explore various ways where homes and businesses can reduce electricity bills and maximise solar generation in Newcastle and the Hunter, NSW for 2025.


Rooftop vs. Ground Mount Solar: Which is Best?⚡Pros & Cons

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.


How Daylight Savings & Winter vs. Summer Affects Solar⚡NSW

Explore how daylight savings and seasonal changes during winter and summer can affect your solar panels performance and solar generation in NSW, Australia.


☀️6 Ways to Maximise Your Solar Payback & Increase Savings

Are you maximising your solar energy production? Explore ways to improve self-consumption, and accelerate returns and benefits in NSW with solar tariffs.


Microgrids vs. Virtual Power Plants: What are They?⚡Australia

With the uptake of solar and battery systems, Microgrids, Virtual Power Plants, and Distributed energy resources are becoming more apparent. What are they?


AC vs. DC Electricity: What’s the Difference?⚡(With Examples)

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]

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]

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?


Should You Replace or Upgrade Solar: Which is Better?⚡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?


How to Clean Dirty Solar Panels DIY vs. Professional?⚡NSW

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

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]

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

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.


Is Solar Power Still Worth it in 2025?⚡Home Solar Australia

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.


2024 is the Best Time to Invest in Solar.. here's why.⚡Time's Ticking!

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.


Agrivoltaics / Agrisolar: How Solar Improves Farming⚡[2024]

Agrivoltaics, also known as solar farming, is a concept that combines agriculture and solar energy production to allow for both food and energy production.


What are Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) in Australia?⚡[2025]

Discover how Virtual Power Plants (VPP's) are changing the way we produce, consume, and distribute energy throughout Australia through solar and battery.


Hot Water Systems & Heat Pumps⚡High Energy Bills?

The energy required to heat hot water is quite high and for most Australian households. Here are some strategies on how to save on your hot water heating bill.


Solar is Exploding in Popularity in Newcastle, Why?

Rising energy costs have made many Newcastle homeowners begin to wonder whether solar is worth the investment, and if solar energy will make a difference.


Solar: Have I Missed the Boat? Too Late in 2023?

As the popularity of solar energy has exploded in the past decade, you might wonder if it is too late to invest in solar power, and feel like you've missed the boat. Well, is it worth it investing in Solar in 2023? Here's what we think..


Wholesome Moment Between an Installer & His Old School

Last week's installation was a real "back to the future" moment for one of our installers, Llayton, who couldn't help but have a few flashbacks as he revisited his old stomping ground. 👀


How Artificial Intelligence Might Change the Solar Industry🧠☀️

Explore how artificial intelligence relates to the renewable energy industry and how it may change the way we produce, store, and distribute energy in Australia.


Our Most Remote Installation Yet

This was one of our most remote installations yet....
We are very proud of our team and the work we do.
In particular, thanks to the team from School
Infrastructure NSW for letting us be involved in this
project. 


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