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Feed-in tariffs

A feed-in-tariff is the rate you are paid for any electricity generated by your solar PV system that is exported back to the grid. Feed-in tariffs are generally available for …
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Renewable Energy Certificates

A Renewable Energy Certificate is a measurement of renewable energy that can be traded or sold. Australia’s Renewable Energy Target (RET), requires energy retailers to purchase a set amount of certificates …
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Government schemes

There are two main types of financial assistance available for solar PV systems in Australia. These include: Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), which are divided into two types, depending on system size: …
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Solar PV costs and savings

Solar PV systems vary quite a bit in price. We recommend that, as a consumer, you do your research into solar PV technologies, retailers, installers and warranties to ensure you …
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How solar PV works

Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels are generally fitted on the roof in a northerly direction and at an angle to maximise the amount of sunlight that hits the panels. Solar PV …
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Purchasing your solar PV system

More than a million homes and businesses across Australia are using rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems to generate clean, safe and reliable electricity. If you’re thinking about joining them, there …
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What is a Tier 1 solar panel?

    What is a Tier 1 solar panel? It’s quite apparent that the term “Tier 1” gets used quite liberally and frequently by many solar sales companies who use …