REC Solar: Get Better, Not Bigger – Understanding Power Density And Its Importance In Solar Panels
Going solar can be a complex decision, there are a number of factors to consider including the size of your roof, shading, household energy consumption, the right inverter, how long you plan to live at the property and many more. Over the coming weeks, REC will be taking a deep dive into some of these […]
How Much Can I Save With a Commercial Solar Installation?
Written by Jo Kaptein, Technical Content Writer Most businesses stand to save thousands of dollars a year on electricity with a commercial solar installation. Solar is an excellent investment for any commercial organisation, providing they operate from premises where there’s electricity usage from 9-5pm, at least five days a week. At current electricity rates, a […]
6 Star Energy Ratings
National Construction Code (NCC, formerly the Building Code of Australia) specifies the energy efficiency standards that all new homes and some restorations, changes, and extensions must meet. The most popular method for meeting the NCC’s minimum energy efficiency criteria is through assessments under the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS). Energy assessors use the NatHERS […]
Koala Protection: Lotus Creek Wind Farm, QLD, Gets Green Light
Many factors have put koalas in danger in Australia. In recent years, their numbers have dropped significantly due to the climate, bushfires, and the rapid land clearing for agricultural and urban development. In Queensland and NSW, koala numbers have reduced by 50 per cent in the last two years. Land clearing for renewable energy has […]
GoodWe Australia: A Conversation With Country Manager Dean Williamson
GoodWe, a stalwart of the solar industry since 2010, has seen its impact and offerings go from strength to strength. Considered to be one of the best inverter manufacturers in the world, and taking home countless awards for excellence in quality, GoodWe is a name that can be trusted. They will soon be featured on […]
Gravity Storage Battery: Game-Changer in Renewables for Aussies
Energy Vault, a Swiss energy company, has announced its big plans to construct a massive storage battery in Townsville, Queensland (QLD), which will change the game for rural communities. Why? It turns out that the large storage battery can be constructed anywhere. The catch is the battery will be as tall as a 20-storey building. […]
REC Solar: Get Better, Not Bigger When Purchasing Solar
When browsing solar panels, there are many selling points that might sound good at first. Things like large power output or low prices attract your eye, but they are not always reflective of a good quality panel. Over the coming weeks, REC will be exploring the topics below in detail to demonstrate why it is […]
Aussies To Take Advantage of Electric Vehicle With Solar Panel Roof
Have you ever thought of adding solar panels to your Electric Vehicle (EV)? An increasing number of Aussies today have rooftop solar panels installed on their properties, showing the eagerness of many homeowners and business owners to shift towards renewable energy. In addition, Australia has a net zero goal to achieve by 2050, and the […]
First Green Hydrogen Demonstration Plant Completed in WA
The first renewable hydrogen demonstration plant has been completed in the town of Denham in Western Australia (WA). The plant will test the technical and commercial viability of emissions-free fuel as a “baseload power source,” according to Renew Economy. The plant has a 348kW electrolyser, a hydrogen compression and storage system, and a 100kW fuel […]
Off Peak Electricity Times In NSW
In this page NSW residents are noticing a rise in the price of their energy bills. This confusing tendency is primarily because energy providers frequently charge you more during the daily peak billing period, in addition to the increasing base price of electricity. People are taking action to lower their electricity costs. The most disruptive […]
