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Solar Power – Save Money and Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

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Investing in a solar power system in Canberra is a great way to save money on your electricity bills. By generating energy for self-consumption and selling any excess back to the grid, you can reduce your energy costs to almost zero. However, before you can reap the benefits of solar power, there are a few things you need to know. 1. Invest in a Solar Power System Sunlight is a renewable resource that can provide a significant amount of energy for your home. Solar panels use semiconductor materials to convert sunlight into direct current (DC) electricity. This DC power can be converted into alternating current (AC) electricity to run household appliances. Any excess energy can be sent back to the grid and credited to your electricity account. Many Canberra homeowners are choosing to install a solar power system to save money on their energy bills and reduce their carbon footprint. They are also able to take advantage of government rebates and incentives for solar systems, includin...

The ACT’s First Big Battery

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The ACT’s first big battery – think grid scale – has now begun operating. It is located in Beard and has enough storage capacity to power 3000 homes for two hours. Eku Energy will build and operate the Canberra battery , which was selected through a competitive tender process. Details of the procurement are commercial in confidence, but chief minister Andrew Barr has confirmed it includes a revenue share element. They can store a lot of energy The ACT’s Big Canberra Battery will be able to store enough energy to power one-third of the city for two hours during peak demand periods. Its developers have committed to investing between $300 million and $400 million in the project. It is designed to future proof the electricity network and improve supply reliability during heatwave conditions. The battery, located in Beard, is developed by GPG, the international generation subsidiary of Spanish energy giant Naturgy. It is a 10 MW battery energy storage system that has started commercial...

Solar Australia – Making the Most of Renewable Energy

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Many Canberra households are choosing to invest in solar panels to shield themselves from high electricity prices. They also opt for battery systems to make the most of renewable energy and avoid reliance on fossil fuels. By making this move, a household can significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, solar can help you save money on your power bill and get a good return on investment. ACT Government Rebates Solar has become a more affordable and environmentally friendly way to power homes and businesses. Thanks to plummeting technology costs, falling electricity prices and generous feed-in tariffs, many Australians are reaping the rewards of going solar. To encourage more Canberra homeowners to adopt solar, the ACT government is offering various rebates and incentives. These include the Next Generation Energy Storage program, the Sustainable Household Scheme, and the Solar for Low Income Program. Combined, these will make it easier than ever for Canberra resid...

How to Get Accurate Solar Panel Cost Information

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Getting accurate solar panel cost information can be frustrating. There are so many factors at play! First, you need to know how much energy your home consumes. This can be found by reviewing your monthly utility bills. You also need to know how many peak sunlight hours your location receives. 1. Panels The bulk of the cost of solar energy comes from buying and installing solar panels. These systems require minimal maintenance and can last 25 years or more. Solar panel prices are falling across the country thanks to increased manufacturing efficiency, economies of scale, and reduced materials costs. This is good news for homeowners seeking to save on their electricity bills. Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels consist of multiple solar cells that convert sunlight into electricity. When photons hit the panel, they knock electrons loose from atoms in the silicon. Conductors, attached to the positive and negative sides of the cell, then guide these electrons into an electrical circuit. Wh...