As a solar owner, you’ve invested in cheaper, cleaner electricity for your home. So it’s important you’re on an energy plan that allows you to […]
Energy essentials
You can save money by switching
New analysis out recently shows that households in Victoria, NSW, Queensland and SA are paying up to $200 a year too much on electricity because […]
The biggest mistake people make when it comes to their solar feed-in tariff
When you get solar panels, you become an electricity prosumer – you both consume and produce electricity, and you’re paid a solar feed-in tariff (FiT) […]
Why you need a hybrid inverter with your Sungrow Battery Package
If you’re ready to install the Sungrow Battery Package with your existing solar system, you might be wondering why you need the hybrid inverter when […]
Financing for green homes
Are you a homeowner thinking about making your house more sustainable and energy efficient? Whether you’re thinking about a particular project, such as installing solar […]
The top 4 benefits of smart meters
Smart meters have numerous benefits, from giving you greater visibility of your energy usage and solar exports to making estimated energy bills a thing of […]
Single phase vs 3-phase power: what are they and what’s the difference?
If your home is connected to the electricity grid in Australia (and most homes are, particularly in built up areas), you’ll likely either be on […]
What is a smart meter?
Smart meters differ from basic meters in that they digitally measure when and how much energy you’re using in your home. This means your energy […]
When does my premium solar feed-in tariff end?
If you’re on a premium solar feed-in tariff (PFiT), it’s likely it will end in the next 1-10 years or so depending on your state. […]
Does the DC Power Co Solar Battery Package take up much space?
The DC Power Co Solar Battery Package is our compact, streamlined solar battery option that can be installed outdoors (out of direct sunlight) or indoors in a […]
How to save money on your energy bill while stuck at home
As the effects of the COVID-19 crisis take hold across the country, more and more of us are now self-isolating at home. Besides boredom-induced viral […]
Blackout checklist: Know what to do when the power goes out
Blackouts are now a reality in Australia, with extreme weather and heat putting increased strain on the electricity grid. The important thing to remember is […]
Beyond the 40c+ feed-in tariff. Where to next?
Are you lucky enough to be getting 40c or more for every kilowatt hour (kWh) of solar power you send to the grid? If so, […]
What you need to know about blackouts this summer
Blackouts (or power outages) can hit anytime, anywhere. They’re caused by a range of factors, but one of the most well-known and potentially destructive causes […]
The bushfire emergency: fires, blackouts & solar safety
These past weeks and months we’ve been horrified to see the extent and impact of the devastating bushfires across the country. Last week fires brought […]