Victoria Just Banned the Energy “Loyalty Tax:” Here’s What It Means for Your Bill
Victoria just banned the energy “loyalty tax” on old plans, saving households up to $258 a year. Outside Victoria? There’s a better fix.
NSW Expands Battery Rebate to Apartments and Big Energy Users: Here’s What It’s Worth
NSW just expanded its battery rebate to apartments and big energy users, stacking with the federal scheme. Here’s what it’s actually worth for your building or business.
Should You Wait for Better EV Batteries?
An Australian company just received a $45 million federal grant to scale up a battery material that promises a 20 per cent improvement in EV energy density. If you are thinking about buying an EV, here is what that should and should not change about your decision.
NSW Feed-in Tariff Rates 2026: IPART’s New Benchmark
If you have solar panels in New South Wales, your export payments are changing. The new NSW solar feed-in tariff rates for 2026 dropped again this year, and most solar households will earn less for the power they send back to the grid. Understanding these new adjustments is vital for your household budget. The solar […]
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.