How to Future-Proof Your Solar Power System: Tips for Maximising Efficiency and Savings
How to future-proof your solar power system with tips on maximising efficiency, accommodating future energy needs, and understanding the rise of electrification in Australia.
How heat pumps create hot water out of thin air
How does a heat pump water heater work? A look at how they create hot water out of thin air plus the benefits of…
Bifacial Solar Panels: A Smart Choice for Australian Homes
Home Solar panels are becoming more popular and affordable in Australia as homeowners and businesses constantly look to reduce their electricity bills and carbon footprint. However, not all solar panels are created equal. Depending on their design, technology, and performance, some offer more advantages. One of the latest innovations in the industry is the all-black […]
What is the difference between Solahart PowerStore® and a heat pump water heater?
Home With hot water estimated to make up around 25% of a household’s energy consumption in Australia¹, a water heater option like Solahart PowerStore® or Solahart Atmos® Frost Heat Pump is a smart choice to help reduce the amount of purchased grid energy you use to heat water. The difference between the two systems is […]
How solar can help reduce your cost of living
Home The continuously rising cost of living is one of the key concerns for Australians. According to recent research by finder.com.au, the percentage of households stressed about energy has increased from 18% to 23% between March 2021 and 2023. Soaring electricity prices continue to put pressure on households. The wholesale cost of electricity saw a significant increase, […]
Should I install a solar battery? Six factors to consider
Home Adding battery storage to your solar power system can maximise your solar investment. A battery helps reduce your reliance on the grid by storing the excess solar energy you have not used during the day and saving it for later use: at night, on low sunlight days, when utility rates are more expensive or […]
Can I have solar hot water without the tank on my roof?
Home > A Solar hot water system is a smart way to reduce the energy used to heat your household water. It stores energy from the sun for later use like a home battery, but in the form of hot water, helping you minimise your reliance on the grid. Solar hot water is more affordable […]
Why electricity prices have gone up and 4 ways to protect yourself
Home The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), in its National Electricity Market (NEM) snapshot, said wholesale costs soared 141 per cent in the first quarter of 2022 compared with the same period last year. This announcement is particularly worrying for households without solar, who are set to experience energy bill shock, with a significant increase in wholesale electricity prices […]
Need hot water fast? Future-proof your replacement water heater with Solahart Solar-Ready
Home When your water heater breaks down, you need to make quick decisions. Even if you’ve been considering solar, in the heat of the moment, most people opt for a simple like-for-like replacement to get them back in hot water as soon as possible. But, what if you could choose a replacement water heater that […]
3 ways to save energy consumption as you work from home
Home The impact of COVID-19 on the lives of millions has been unimaginable. Our work and personal lives have been turned upside down, as we continue to come to terms with coping with such significant change. One significant change resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic has been the shift to working from home. As social distancing […]
