ACCC Issues Recall: Industry Blood Bath Ensues lukecove March 22, 2024 KEY POINTS The ACCC has issued a recall for many common inverters Brands effected include Jinko, LG, Goodwe & Growatt Effected systems owners can expect to wait weeks to months for issues to be rectified and inspected. Enphase microinverters side-step the single point of failure issue and can still operate if one inverter fails. Recalls: Is Your System Effected? The solar industry has hit a significant roadblock, with recent recalls from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) bringing to li ..read more

Powering Ahead as Tesla's Certified Premium Installer and Achieving Enphase Gold Status lukecove March 13, 2024 KEY POINTS From our continuous growth of getting more Aussies equipped with Tesla Powerwalls has earned us Tesla Premium Certification We have fitted over 290 power walls, generating more power than some power stations! Enphase are an American-based company changing the game when it comes to solar systems, enabling safer way to generate solar power. Many Australian homeowners have shared our passions for solar safety and choose Enphase to maximise yield and minimise risk ..read more

Emancipating Your Solar Investment with Amber: Save and Earn Like Never Before lukecove March 13, 2024 KEY POINTS Amber connects solar and battery systems to the electricity market, enabling dynamic energy management. Real-time market access allows for selling stored energy at peak prices, enhancing investment returns. SmartShift technology optimizes battery performance, storing or selling energy based on market rates. Compatibility with Amber’s system is essential for maximizing the benefits of SmartShift technology. Partnering with Amber could significantly reduce the ROI time fo ..read more

Energizing Change: How Mornington Shire's Solar Discounts Aim to Light Up the Peninsula lukecove March 13, 2024 KEY POINTS Mornington Peninsula Shire proposes a significant incentive to encourage rooftop solar uptake by offering a 20% discount on annual council rates for qualifying installations. The discount is available to households installing, replacing, or upgrading solar systems over 5kW, with the property’s capital improved value under $2 million, starting from July this year. Aimed at reducing power bills, the initiative targets not just homeowners but also landlords, encouragi ..read more

Tesla Powerwall 2 vs Tesla Powerwall 3 When it comes to batteries, Tesla is the front runner, but do you wait for the powerwall 3, or get the 2? lukecove February 19, 2024 KEY POINTS Powerwall 2 and Power 3 share same total capacity. Continuous output for the Powerwall 2 is 5kW, but the powerwall 3 is 11.5kWh. The choice boils down to how much you will be electricity you’re going to be using at once. Tesla Powerwall 3 is still NOT confirmed for the Australian market. In the ever-evolving landscape of residential energy storage, Tesla continues to be a leading force with its groundbre ..read more

AGL quadruples profits while accused of price gauging lukecove February 10, 2024 Energy powerhouse AGL recently unveiled a staggering underlying net profit of $399 million for the first half of the fiscal year.  This figure is not only four times the profit reported a year ago but also surpasses expectations by 28%.  The announcement was met with investor enthusiasm, propelling AGL’s share price upward by 15%.  The company attributes this remarkable financial performance to improved market dynamics and an increase in wholesale electricity prices.  However, this latt ..read more

Sunstroke or Savings? Borrowing Your Way to Solar Power lukecove January 24, 2024 KEY POINTS High-quality solar systems can be expensive, leaving homeowners like Mark searching for financing options. “0%” solar loans often hide fees and lock you in with specific installers, raising concerns about quality. Mortgage-backed loans offer lower interest rates and greater flexibility for choosing your installer, but come with the risk of borrowing against your home. Seek professional advice from financial advisors and solar installers to make the best decision for your sun-powered future ..read more

Drive Green, Save Green: Why an EV Energy Plan Makes Cents for Solar-Powered Aussies lukecove January 23, 2024 KEY POINTS A few energy retailers are offering lowered rates for EV charging during off-peak time. Using solar with a decent feed in rate for excess may work in your favour. Australia’s love affair with sunshine is well-documented, and with good reason. Not only does it bless us with endless summers and bronzed noses, but it also fuels our growing obsession with a cleaner, greener future: solar power. And what better way to complement your rooftop panels than with the sleek ..read more

The U.S. Solar Explosion to Implosion, Are We Next? lukecove January 23, 2024 KEY POINTS The U.S. solar market shrank by over two thirds from 2000 to 2016. Experts estimate over 1,000,000 homeowners now have orphaned systems. Attractive tax benefits and rebates bring bad actors out of the woodwork. Australia, home to some of the world’s best sunlight, has embraced solar energy with gusto. But across the Pacific, the American solar market went through a rollercoaster ride of explosive growth followed by a harsh decline, leaving thousands of homeowners in the lurch. What happened, and ..read more

Solar Power: Saving Money or Saving Yourself a Headache? When it comes to electricity, it;s all about risk mitigation! lukecove January 17, 2024 The sun shines for free, so harnessing its power to light up your home sounds like a no-brainer, right? But the world of solar can be as bright and dazzling as it is confusing, with options ranging from dirt-cheap to eye-wateringly expensive. So, where do you land to get the most bang for your buck without becoming a victim of dodgy deals or shoddy workmanship? Let’s navigate the solar spectrum, shedding light on the risks and rewards at each e ..read more