Electrification vs Energy Efficiency: What’s First
Should you electrify first or improve energy efficiency? Discover the smartest order for home upgrades for Australian households and how to save more.
Coco Ramnarain’s Work Experience Written Journal
Coco worked with Energy Matters and GoodWe for one week for work experience. From interviews to script writing, Coco’s massive week honed skills and gave her some important insight.
Tech, Luxury, and Energy Independence Come Together With the Anker SOLIX X1 on Open Homes Australia
Discover how the Anker SOLIX X1 battery helps power a luxury Sydney home, cutting electricity costs while maximising solar energy and backup.
What Happens To Your Solar System When You Renovate Around It
Most home renovation plans do not mention solar. For homeowners who already have panels on the roof, that gap can mean unexpected costs, reduced output, and missed opportunities that are significantly cheaper to address before the build starts than after it finishes
The New Normal for Australian Homes With Solar and an EV
Solar was supposed to make electricity simple. Adding an EV made it interesting. Here is what life actually looks like when your roof, your car, and your family are all competing for the same sunshine.
Stop Blaming Winter: Your Real Solar Performance Problem
Think winter is hurting your solar performance? Discover the real causes of poor solar performance in Australia and how to fix them fast.
Is Your Battery Running on Default Settings Since the Day It Was Installed?
Most Australian home batteries were commissioned with a minimum reserve level chosen by the installer, not calibrated to the household. That setting determines how much of your battery’s capacity is available for daily use and how much sits in reserve for blackouts.
Portable Power Station vs Solar Battery: Which Wins?
Compare a portable power station vs a solar battery for Australian homes. Find out which energy storage system suits your lifestyle, budget, and backup needs.
The Heating Habits Australians Carried Over From Gas Are Costing Them On Electricity
Heating and cooling account for 40 per cent of the average Australian household’s energy bill. Most of the advice focuses on what equipment to buy. Almost none of it covers how people actually operate their heating, and the habits carried over from gas ducted systems are costing reverse cycle owners significantly more than they need to spend.
Do Home Solar Batteries Need Maintenance in Australia?
Do home solar batteries need maintenance in Australia? Learn simple tips to keep your solar battery healthy and maximise its lifespan with Energy Matters.