Published: 22 August 2025 Australia’s new federal solar battery rebate has had an immediate impact, with thousands of households taking up the incentive in its very first month. From 1 July 2025, Australians became eligible to claim a rebate worth around 30% off the cost of a new solar battery when
Introduction Sungrow vs GoodWe: If you’ve started comparing solar batteries for your home, there’s a good chance two names keep coming up: Sungrow and GoodWe. Both brands are major inverter manufacturers, both have Clean Energy Council–approved batteries eligible for rebates, and both sit within our recommended list of batteries for
Introduction Sungrow vs Sigenergy: When comparing solar batteries in Australia, two names now come up more often than ever: Sungrow and Sigenergy. Sungrow has been in Australia for over a decade, building a reputation for reliable, scalable, and affordable battery storage. Sigenergy, on the other hand, is a newcomer but one
2025 Energy Bill Relief Fund Extension for Embedded Network Customers If you live in an apartment, retirement village, caravan park, or shop within a shopping center, chances are you’re on an embedded electricity network and may have missed out on earlier energy bill relief. That’s now changed. As of 1 July
The Victorian Government has announced a new $100 Power Saving Bonus, offering direct relief to eligible concession card holders from 25 August 2025. This is separate from the $150 Energy Bill Relief payment currently available to embedded network customers. If you or someone you know holds an eligible concession card, here’s
In July 2025, the Clean Energy Council (CEC) approved the Hinen B8900M home battery range for use in Australia. This approval means installers can now officially supply and install these models, and homeowners can be confident they meet local safety and compliance standards. With Australia’s battery market growing rapidly, every new
A major update to Australia’s inverter standards is on the horizon and it could affect which systems are eligible for connection, rebates, or installation after 23 August 2025. If you’re a solar retailer, installer, or homeowner comparing quotes, now is the time to get across the AS/NZS 4777.2:2020 Amendment 2:2024 changes.
Battery full but using grid power? Many battery owners are surprised to see small energy imports showing up in their app even when their full battery seems ready to power the home. If you’ve just installed a solar power system with storage, this can feel confusing, if not frustrating. But
Why Battery Approval Matters If you’re planning to install a solar battery in Australia, it needs to be on the Clean Energy Council’s (CEC) approved product list. This approval ensures the battery meets Australian safety standards and is legally allowed to be installed and connected to the grid. More importantly,
