The Solar Panel Validation Initiative is a joint venture between The Clean Energy Regulator (The Government) and the solar industry. Its express purpose is to mitigate against the installation of unapproved solar panels in the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES). The broader goal here is to also protect solar consumers as well as the integrity of the Aussie solar industry.
It's galling to see energy gentailers that recorded huge profits last year encourage the Federal Government to make it harder for Australian households to slash their electricity bills with solar, says community group Solar Citizens.
In a speech yesterday, spokespeople from both Origin and EnergyAustralia encouraged the Federal Government to scrap solar subsidies, including the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES).
Huawei recently announced the release of the SUN2000-5KTL-M0 and SUN2000-6KTL-M0 Three-phase smart inverter for the Australian residential market.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionizing interconnectivity of smart home appliances, resulting in a more responsive, interactive living experience. The SUN2000-5KTL-M0 and SUN2000-6KTL-M0 smart inverter functions as the smart energy centre and will become the hub for the energy flow and information flow of a smart home bringing users a wonderful digital life experience.
Electricity prices have doubled in the past ten years, climbing 117%, which is 76% more than inflation. Gas prices climbed 89%, 53% more than inflation. In a report to be released on Friday by the Australian Council of Social Service and the Brotherhood of St Laurence, we examine what these climbing prices have actually cost different types of households, after taking full account of energy use and government concessions and rebates, including solar energy rebates.