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Innovative lightweight solar used in Sydney’s Darling Harbour

August 16, 2019
eArche Solar Panel

The Dr Zhengrong Shi, the founder of Suntech and the former UNSW PhD graduate, has launched an impressive 235kW install on the Australian Maritime Museum using lightweight solar technology to overcome structural challenges. SunMan’s eArche solar panel, developed by Dr Shi, is approximately 80% lighter than traditional panels and uses a similar material to aeroplane […]

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Residential Solar PV Price Index – August 2019

August 9, 2019
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Average residential solar system prices have decreased to $1.04 per watt ($/W) this month on the back of several factors, including changes to the composition of the Solar Choice installer network and updated pricing from installers that we work with. We have now removed 2kW and added 6kW to our Price Index due to the […]

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NSW Liddell coal plant’s life extended by AGL

August 8, 2019
Coal Power Plant

AGL Energy has pushed out the retirement date for its ageing Liddell Power Station, announcing last week that the NSW coal plant would be closed in April 2023 – a year later than scheduled. The decision marks a significant change of tack by AGL, which has for years now resisted – and even ridiculed – […]

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How much do solar panels cost in Townsville, Queensland?

August 6, 2019
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Queensland is famous for its sunny weather, and Townsville is no exception, with an average of 6 peak sun hours across the year, making it an ideal location for installing solar power. Recommend on Facebook Share on Linkedin Tweet about it Print for later Tell a friend Related PostsRenewables Target of 50% to be set […]

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Battery pricing, incentives & virtual power plants

August 6, 2019
Virtual Power Plant

Victoria’s home battery storage incentive came into effect from 1 July this year; South Australia, New South Wales, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory have also introduced incentive programs that support home battery storage system uptake. By reducing out-of-pocket battery storage system costs, these programs will help to expand the market for home batteries in […]

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Is home solar battery storage worth it? (updated 2019)

July 18, 2019
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This article has since been updated for 2019. Click here to see the updated version. Since 2015 Australians have been talking about home battery storage being on the cusp of financial viability. Are home batteries worth the investment in 2018? We’ve crunched the number for all of Australia’s capital cities to find out. For regular […]

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Residential Solar PV Price Index – July 2019

July 17, 2019
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Average residential solar system prices continue to sit at about $1.05 per watt ($/W) for the second month in a row, including changes to the composition of the Solar Choice installer network and updated pricing from installers that we work with. We have now removed 2kW and added 6kW to our Price Index due to […]

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Victorian Solar Rebate snapped up within hours of re-opening in July 2019

July 5, 2019
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Pent-up demand for the Victorian state government’s rooftop solar rebate has seen the scheme’s July quota for applications fully subscribed in just days. The first full year of the $1.3 billion Solar Homes scheme was launched just this week, offering 3,300 applications for the up to $2,225 discount on solar panels, alongside 200 applications for […]

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Twice defeated, Queensland government “finally” calls for solar industry round table

June 28, 2019
Solar Farm

The Queensland government will meet with the state’s solar industry for an “urgent industry roundtable,” after its latest efforts to enforce controversial new panel installation rules were defeated in the Court of Appeal. The meeting – something the solar industry has been pushing for since the rule change was first flagged by the government – […]

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Residential Solar PV Price Index – June 2019

June 12, 2019

Average residential solar system prices have decreased to $1.05 per watt ($/W) this month on the back of several factors, including changes to the composition of the Solar Choice installer network and updated pricing from installers that we work with. We have now removed 2kW and added 6kW to our Price Index due to the […]

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15kW solar systems: A great size for homes & businesses (if you can fit one on your roof)

June 11, 2019
Kennards Hire 15kW

15kW solar systems are a great system size for homes with high levels of energy consumption or businesses with small to middling energy needs – provided that they have sufficient roof space to install one. This article takes you through (almost) everything you might want to know about 15kW solar systems, including how much space […]

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6kW & 6.6kW solar systems: Pricing, output, and returns

June 4, 2019
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6kW or now more commonly seen 6.6kW solar systems are becoming increasingly popular amongst Australian homes thanks to a number of factors, including their affordability, ample size & ease of approval when it comes to connecting to the grid. This article provides an overview of (almost) everything you need to know if you’re considering a […]

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Why doesn’t my electricity retailer give me a 25c solar feed-in tariff?

May 29, 2019
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Why don’t retailers offer higher solar feed-in rates? Does it matter if feed-in tariff rates are low? What are some of the alternative approaches to conventional feed-in tariffs that are beginning to appear in the Australian market? These are important questions to ask when considering going solar in Australia these days. We take a look at […]

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Commercial Solar PV Price Index for May 2019

May 21, 2019
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Changes in the composition of Solar Choice’s commercial solar installer network, combined with price updates from several companies have resulted in a slight downwards shift in average dollar per watt ($/W) prices for commercial solar systems – down about 4c/W from February 2019 to $1.13/W. Commercial solar system prices (10kW-100kW) All prices in the tables […]

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Residential Solar PV Price Index – May 2019

May 20, 2019
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Average residential solar system prices have increased to $1.17 per watt ($/W) this month on the back of several factors, including changes to the composition of the Solar Choice installer network and updated pricing from installers that we work with. Meanwhile, average prices for popular 5kW systems have reached their lowest ever, at $0.88/W, or […]

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Payback periods for commercial-scale solar PV systems: State by state

May 14, 2019
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There has never been a better time for Australian businesses to invest in commercial solar power. Last year Solar Choice analysed electricity bills & meter data to generate free indicative solar business cases for nearly 300 businesses, ranging from schools to farms to shopping centres to car dealerships to strata units to doctors’ surgeries (to […]

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Battery Storage Price Index – May 2019

May 1, 2019
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Solar Choice has previously been publishing average solar PV system prices on a monthly basis since August 2012 in our Solar PV Price Index, which focused on household solar prices and which ultimately became the Residential Solar PV Price Index. In May of 2014, we added our Commercial Solar PV Price Index for larger system sizes, and late […]

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ACT Government: Actsmart Business Energy and Water Program

April 24, 2019
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The ACT government’s ‘Business Energy and Water Program’ aims to assist eligible ACT businesses that want to upgrade to more water-efficient and energy-efficient technologies, including solar, lighting, appliances, heating or cooling, refrigeration, insulation, toilets and tapware. Through the rebates, the Business Energy and Water Program helps commercial businesses lower operating costs by reducing water and […]

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Solar system size limits: How much does your local network allow?

April 17, 2019
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What’s the upper limit to the amount of solar panel capacity that you can put on your roof? This is actually a multi-layered question that involves your roof area, your energy saving goals and any applicable restrictions imposed by your local electricity network company. This article touches on all these factors, but focuses mainly on […]

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Queensland solar panels: Compare installers and system prices

April 12, 2019
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Solar panels remain a popular investment option in Queensland thanks to low solar PV system prices and ample sunshine.  Today, both homes and businesses alike consider going solar as a way to save on energy bills. Instantly compare solar & battery system prices 3 reasons to go solar in Queensland There are essentially 3 reasons for the current level […]

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Which electricity retailer is giving the best solar feed-in tariff? (April 2019 update)

April 11, 2019
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Feed-in tariffs in Australia: How they’ve changed Solar feed-in tariffs are arrangements where a solar system owner is paid for the solar energy that they send into the grid. At one point in time, feed-in tariffs were mandatory in every state in Australia, and the rates they offered were quite generous. Much has changed, however, since we […]

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Residential Solar PV Price Index – April 2019

April 5, 2019
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Average residential solar system prices have decreased to $1.16 per watt ($/W) this month on the back of several factors, including changes to the composition of the Solar Choice installer network and updated pricing from installers that we work with. Meanwhile, average prices for popular 5kW systems have reached their lowest ever, at $0.88/W, or […]

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Is home solar battery storage worth it? (April 2019 update)

April 2, 2019
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Since 2015 Australians have been talking about home battery storage being on the cusp of financial viability. Are home batteries worth the investment in 2019? We’ve crunched the number for all of Australia’s capital cities to find out. This article was originally published in February 2017. We then had an August 2017 update, followed by […]

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Solar Power in NSW: What are the benefits?

April 1, 2019
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Solar power is still a great investment in NSW even in the absence a feed-in tariff incentive in the state. The fact that solar PV system prices have been declining combined with the fact that retail electricity rates have risen significantly in recent years means that solar panels can now serve as a cost-effective, rooftop […]

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Is home solar power still worth it in Australia in 2019?

March 26, 2019
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Rooftop solar on its own is already affordable enough to be a smart choice for virtually any Australian home with an unshaded roof and some daytime electricity usage. This is true even in the absence of generous, state-backed solar feed-in tariffs and the (slight) reduction of the up-front incentive for solar available through the federal Renewable […]

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3kW solar PV systems: Pricing, output, and returns

March 5, 2019
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How much does a 3kW solar system cost in Australia, and how much energy can you expect it to produce? This article takes a look a these questions, as well as returns and payback periods for 3kW solar systems. (This article was originally published in 2012 – we’ve updated it yearly to reflect how circumstances […]

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Commercial Solar PV Price Index for February 2019

February 26, 2019
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Changes in the composition of Solar Choice’s commercial solar installer network, combined with price updates from several companies have resulted in a slight upwards shift in average dollar per watt ($/W) prices for commercial solar systems – up about 2c/W from November 2018 to $1.17/W. Commercial solar system prices (10kW-100kW) All prices in the tables below […]

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10kW solar power systems: Price, output & returns

February 20, 2019
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10kW solar systems are a great investment for Australian homes with high levels of electricity consumption or businesses with relatively small electricity needs. This article takes a look at 10kW solar system pricing, energy production and returns in Australia. How many panels & how much roof space for a 10kW solar system? A modern-day 10kW solar […]

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5kW solar systems: Pricing, output, and returns

February 17, 2019
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5 kilowatt (5kW) solar systems have become one of the most popular sizes in Australia, thanks to the combination of high energy yields and great value-for-money that they deliver. What are the price ranges, electricity yields and financial returns that a household can expect from a 5kW solar PV system? This article takes a look. How […]

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Sizing residential solar & battery systems: A quick guide

February 15, 2019
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What size solar panel array do you need for your home? And if you’re considering battery storage, what size battery bank would be most appropriate? This article includes tables that provide an at-a-glance guide, as well as links to more comprehensive calculators. [Note that this article was originally published in April 2017, but has been […]

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Solar power in Darwin, NT – Compare prices & installers

February 12, 2019
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Darwin is one of Australia’s northernmost cities, and its location in the sunny tropics makes it one of the best places in Australia to install a solar PV system. The 1-for-1 Solar Buyback scheme on offer through NT PowerWater means great returns on investment for those who find the best deal on solar power. This article […]

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