In this article we are going to answer the question – how much does it cost to run your air conditioner – in various common scenarios. After reading this, hopefully […]
Running Cost of Air Conditioners – Explained
Victorian Commercial Solar Rebates | Business Discounts for 30–200 kW Systems
Victorian businesses, councils, and community organisations can now access significant upfront discounts on 30–200 kW solar PV systems through the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program. This new deemed activity commenced […]
Scott Carden | NRMA: Building Australia’s EV Charging Backbone
View all episodes Spotify SoundCloud Amazon Music Deezer iHeartRadio Pocket Casts Podcast Addict Apple Podcasts YouTube From IT Tinkerer to NRMA’s Head of Engineering Scott Carden didn’t take the conventional […]
WA Electricity Rebates & Incentives (2025 Guide)
Electricity bills remain a major cost for households in Western Australia. To help with rising prices, both the Australian Government and the WA Government provide a mix of rebates, concessions, […]
Canberra, ACT Electricity Rebates & Incentives (2025 Guide)
Electricity prices in the Canberra, ACT have been volatile, with costs rising in recent years despite strong renewable generation. To help households and small businesses manage bills, both the Australian […]
SA Electricity Rebates & Incentives (2025 Guide)
South Australians pay some of the highest electricity prices in the country, but also lead in solar and renewable adoption. To help ease costs, both the South Australian Government and […]
Tasmania Electricity Rebates & Incentives (2025)
Electricity bills remain a major cost for Tasmanian households. With Hydro Tasmania’s renewable grid and limited competition, power prices can still be high. To help ease the pressure, the Australian […]
Electricity Cost per kWh in Australia (2025 Homeowner’s Guide)
Electricity is one of the largest ongoing household expenses in Australia. While many people have a rough idea of what they pay, few understand why costs differ by state, what […]
QLD Electricity Rebates & Incentives (2025 Guide)
Electricity bills continue to be a major expense for Queensland households. To ease the pressure, both the Queensland Government and the Australian Government provide a range of rebates, concessions, and […]
Victoria Electricity Rebates & Incentives (2025 Guide)
Electricity bills remain one of the largest household expenses in Victoria. To ease the pressure, both the Victorian Government and the Australian Government offer a mix of rebates, concessions, and […]
NSW Electricity Rebates & Incentives (2025 Guide)
Electricity bills remain a major household expense in New South Wales. To ease the pressure, both the NSW Government and the Australian Government offer a mix of rebates, concessions, and […]
Soltaro AC EV Charger – An Independent Review by Solar Choice
The Soltaro AC EV Charger promises affordable home charging with optional solar integration — but does it deliver? In this independent review, Solar Choice takes an unbiased look at Soltaro’s […]
How Long to Charge an Electric Car? EV Charging Times (2025 Guide)
Thinking about buying an EV, but uncertain about how often you’ll need to charge it? Or if you’ll need to install a dedicated EV charger? Find out how long it […]
Air Conditioner Rebate South Australia: What You Need to Know
If you live in South Australia, upgrading to a new air conditioner or replacing an old unit could be more affordable than you think. Thanks to the state’s Retailer Energy […]
Air Conditioner Rebates in Queensland: What You Need to Know
If you’re in Queensland and looking to upgrade your cooling to save on power bills, there are a couple of government incentives that could help. Below we provide the details […]
Synergy VPP (Battery Rewards): An Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program over another. This review is written to provide WA homeowners with clear, factual and unbiased information. […]
Sonnen VPP (sonnenConnect) – Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program over another. This review provides unbiased, fact-based information for Australian homeowners. VPP Overview The Sonnen Virtual […]
SolarHub VPP: An Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one VPP program over another. This review is designed to educate homeowners with unbiased, fact-based information. VPP Overview For background, see: What […]
Evergen VPP: An Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one VPP program over another. This review is designed to educate customers with unbiased information and opinions. VPP Overview Evergen is an […]
Reposit No Bill™ VPP: An Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program over another. This review is designed to educate homeowners with unbiased, fact-based information. VPP Overview Reposit […]
Plico Energy VPP: An Independent Review (2025)
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one VPP over another. This review is fact‑based and is designed to educate Australian homeowners. VPP Overview Company behind it: Plico Energy, […]
EnergyAustralia Battery Ease / PowerResponse VPP: An Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program over another. This review is written to help Australian homeowners understand EnergyAustralia’s VPP in clear, fact-based […]
GloBird ZeroHero VPP: An Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one VPP program over another. This review is designed to educate customers with unbiased information and opinions. VPP Overview Company behind it: […]
NSW Air Conditioner Rebate: What You Need to Know
In New South Wales there is a program under the NSW Government’s Household Energy Saving Upgrades scheme that offers upfront discounts on installing or upgrading to more energy-efficient air conditioning […]
ENGIE VPP: An Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one VPP program over another. This review is fact-based, relying on ENGIE’s official documentation and disclosures, and is designed to educate homeowners […]
Diamond Energy WATTBANK® VPP: An Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one VPP program over another. This review is designed to provide homeowners with a clear, unbiased overview of Diamond Energy’s Virtual Power […]
Discover Energy VPP: An Independent Review
Note: Solar Choice has no incentive to promote one VPP program over another. This review is an objective, fact-based summary drawn from Discover Energy’s own terms, help centre, and public […]
Air Conditioner Rebate Victoria: All you need to know!
In Victoria there is an attractive rebate scheme run by Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) which provides an upfront discount on energy efficient products like reverse cycle air conditioners. This easy […]
How Does Evaporative Cooling Work?
For Australian homeowners, choosing the right cooling system is a big decision. With hot summers stretching across most of the country, air conditioning isn’t just about comfort — it’s about […]
Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners
Air conditioning is no longer a luxury in Australia – it’s an essential part of keeping our homes comfortable through the extremes of summer and winter. One type of system […]
Commercial Energy Audits in Australia: A Business Owner’s Guide
Why Commercial Energy Audits Are Critical for Australian Businesses Rising electricity and gas costs are a challenge for Australian businesses across every industry. From manufacturing facilities and retail outlets to […]
