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Hi-Ho Solar Silver, And Away!

Impact of solar panels on silver prices

Silver has been experiencing quite a few moments in recent times, with prices the highest they’ve been for years – and solar panel uptake is partly responsible.

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31-Year-Old Solar Panels Tested: The Results

Old solar panel test results

This 31-year-old solar array looks a little worse for wear (and check out the wood racking!), but how are the panels performing?

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Solar Giants Shutter Panel Manufacturing Capacity

solar panel factory

As trade protections ramp up in the USA, solar panel manufacturing is reportedly being impacted in some south-east Asian countries.

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Victoria’s Emergency Backstop Mechanism For Solar Looms

Victoria Emergency Backstop Mechanism for solar

A requirement in Victoria that new home solar power systems are able to be throttled or switched off remotely is meant to kick in soon; but there may be some re-jiggering.

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Is Your Home A Solar Installer’s Worst Nightmare?

solar installer having a mare

Trawling an album recently, I was traumatized to recall one particular solar installation. I took nearly 20 photos at the time to prove why, in this case, it was such a nightmare.

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WA’s Workplace EV Charging Grants Ending Soon

WA EV charger grants

Small and medium businesses in Western Australia keen to grab a grant to install an EV charger will need to get cracking.

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Electricity Demand Tariffs Catching Out Australian Households

Demand tariffs and electricity bills

A report claims many Australian households aren’t aware they are on electricity plans with demand tariffs, which are charges that can push power bills even higher.

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Hidden Defects in Solar Battery Installations: What Inspectors Look For

battery cabling

  Solar battery installation inspections are essential. They ensure systems are safe, compliant, and function optimally.

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VIC Neighbourhood Batteries: Readying For Round 4

Victoria's Neighbourhood Batteries Program

Round 4 of the Victorian Government’s 100 Neighbourhood Batteries Program will open for applications in August – and a new tool will help groups prepare to apply for funding.

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2024/25 NSW Solar Feed-In Tariff Guidance Published

Solar feed in tariffs: NSW

What’s on the cards for solar feed-in tariff rates in New South Wales for the new financial year? Find out here.

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