As a small business you will have a number of on-going expenses to consider. A few of these would be licences & insurance, staffing & wages, stock purchases, marketing and […]
Solar Battery Costs – Are They Worth It?
Many of us in the solar industry and PV system owners have long awaited the day when the cost of home solar batteries drops enough to offer a reasonable financial […]
Heat Pump Hot Water System Rebate Victoria – Explained
In Victoria, consumers have the luxury of applying three different rebates to reduce the upfront cost of installing a heat pump hot water system. Through the federal government a heat […]
How Do Solar Panels Work: A Complete Guide
Step-by-Step Quick Guide: How Solar Panels Work 1. Sunlight Activation 2. Photovoltaic Effect 3. Generation of Direct Current (DC) Electricity 4. Conversion to Alternating Current (AC) 5. Distribution to the […]
EV Charger Guide: Home Electric Vehicle Charger Comparison & Costs
Home EV chargers are now an essential consideration for residential home owners with over 45,000 electric vehicles sold in the first half of 2023. According to estimates from the Electric […]
Hoymiles Inverters: Independent Review by Solar Choice
Note: Solar Choice is not a solar installer and has no incentives to promote Hoymiles or any product brand over another. Hoymiles Review – Company History Hoymiles is a global […]
Best Heat Pump Hot Water Systems in Australia Compared
Note: In compiling the list for the best heat pump hot water systems in Australia it’s important to remember that Solar Choice is not associated with any heat pump installer […]
Reclaim Energy Heat Pump: Independent Review by Solar Choice
Note: Solar Choice does not install Reclaim Energy products or any other heat pump and has no financial or other incentives to promote any product brand over another. At a […]
Strata Apartment EV Feasibility Study: Why You Need One
Getting an Electric Vehicle Charging Feasibility Study is an important first step in all strata apartment buildings when planning for the EV transition. Without one, the Owner’s Corporation or individual […]
NSW Grants & Subsidies for Apartment Solar Projects
The Australian and New South Wales (NSW) Government announced a NSW Solar & Energy Efficiency Grant allocating $206 million to urban areas providing access to energy efficiency upgrades across the […]
EV Charger Installation Melbourne: Costs & Installation
When considering the purchase of an electric vehicle, one problem you will need to solve is ‘how will I charge the EV’. For most EV owners it is beneficial of […]
Redflow Batteries: An Independent Review by Solar Choice
Redflow Company Overview Redflow was founded in 2005 and has been focusing on the development and production of flow batteries. They have landed on zinc-bromine technology and are one of […]
Solar Hot Water System: Everything You Need to Know
If you’re a Homeowner with roof top solar panels, you’ll want to make the most of the electricity they produce. The best way to reduce electricity costs and to increase […]
Guide to Queensland’s Battery Booster Rebate for Homeowners
Queensland government has launched a $10 million Solar Battery Booster rebate program for 2,000 households, or until funds run out. With rebates of $3,000 – $4,000 available for eligible households […]
Solar Panel Cleaning: Should You Hire a Professional Cleaner?
Solar panel cleaning affects your systems ability ingest sunlight and convert it into usable energy. Anything that blocks the sunlight from reaching the silicon on the solar panels can influence […]
EV Charger Installation Sydney, NSW: Costs & Info
This post covers everything you need to know about installing an EV charger in Sydney. We’ll walk you through the specifics of EV charger installation in NSW, including costs, available […]
Solar Panel Sizes and Dimensions
There isn’t one single answer to the question “How big are solar panels?” but the size of the solar panels you install for residential or commercial solar systems matters. For […]
Cricket for Climate & Cricket Australia’s Huge Step Towards Net Zero | Saves $1M | Solar Choice
Cricket for Climate was founded by Australia’s Test cricket captain Pat Cummins with a goal of making Cricket carbon neutral nationwide. Solar Choice was engaged at the start of the […]
Solar Inverter Sizing to Improve Solar Panel Efficiency
The efficiency of the inverter drives the efficiency of a solar panel system. Inverters change the Direct Current (DC) from solar panels into Alternating Current (AC), which is what we […]
Is home solar power in Australia still worth it in 2024?
Solar Energy provides many benefits for the environment, this article examines the costs, benefits and payback period of installing solar panels on a residential rooftop. This article aims to show […]
10 Best Solar Panels in Australia 2024
We often get asked, what are the best quality solar panels in Australia? It’s not a straightforward question to answer, however in the below table is our attempt to provide […]
EV Chargers Hobart, TAS: Costs & Installation
Hobart, TAS, is experiencing a notable transition towards eco-friendly transportation, with an increasing number of residents opting for electric vehicles (EVs). A crucial element of this transition is the enhancement […]
EV Charger Installation Adelaide, SA
Adelaide, SA, is witnessing a significant shift towards sustainable transportation, marked by a growing preference for electric vehicles (EV) among its residents. Central to this shift is the expansion and […]
EV Chargers Canberra, ACT: Costs & Installation
The electric vehicle (EV) movement is rapidly gaining momentum in Canberra, ACT, with more drivers choosing eco-friendly transportation methods every day. Key to this transformation is the enhancement and growth […]
E-Tex installs 1.4MW Solar PV System
The Etex Group is a global leader in lightweight construction, improving the quality of living with safe, sustainable, smart, and beautiful materials. The plant in Melbourne is a large manufacturing […]
EV Chargers Brisbane, QLD: Costs & Installation
As of July 2023, Queenslanders can now claim up to $6,000 off the cost of an EV which is contributing to an acceleration in EV adoption. A crucial consideration for […]
EV Chargers Perth, WA: Costs & Installation
Perth is increasingly embracing the electric vehicle (EV) movement, with a growing number of drivers opting for more sustainable transportation options each day. A critical component of this shift is […]
EV Charging Stations and Costs in Australia
The landscape of Australian transportation is electrifying, and with it comes the need to understand the nuances of electric vehicle (EV) charging. As EVs continue to cruise onto our roads, […]
NSW Government’s EV Charging Grants for Strata Apartments Explained
The Electric Vehicle Ready Buildings Grant, managed by the NSW Government, is designed to support the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in residential strata apartment buildings in NSW. […]
Western Australia’s Charge Up Workplace EV Charging Grants: A Step Towards a Sustainable Future
In a world increasingly aware of the environmental impact of traditional transportation, the push towards electric vehicles (EVs) is gaining significant momentum. Western Australia (WA) is taking a proactive stance […]
13kW Solar Systems: Price, Output & Payback
13kW 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 […]