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A frequent question that we get asked is what government assistance for solar is there? Solar is a great personal investment but it also has a significant public benefit in reducing our greenhouse gas emissions and taking pressure of ageing power stations, so it’s not surprising that State and Federal

How are N-Type Solar Panels different to P-Type Solar Panels? At the most basic level a solar panel is made up of two layers. When the sun shines on the panel it will knock electrons loose from one layer and they will be absorbed by the other layer. This flow

Charging an electric vehicle with your solar panel system is an amazing way to maximise the value of solar energy and increase the return on your investment.

Did you know that sending excess solar energy to your electric car give you more cash back than selling it back to the grid.

Victron Easy Solar all-in-one power solutions Putting together a solar system, especially when you’re including batteries, can be a pretty complex task. Which is why we’re such big fans of the Victron Easy Solar range of products that take almost everything you need for a battery connected system and combine

Choosing your solar systemGrid-Connected vs Hybrid vs Off-Grid Introduction Choosing the right solar system can be a daunting task especially as the technology improves and new products hit the market, but the right system can save you big bucks or give you total independence. A key consideration is whether to

Victron SHS 200 A quirky little product that came across the Marshall Solar and Energy desk recently is the Victron SHS 200 MPPT Solar Regulator. The SHS 200 combines a smart solar charger with a power distribution system and could be a perfect choice for very small off grid systems.

Battery Installation rules overview NOTE: This is an introductory overview the Australian Standards AS 5139 which loosely covers home solar batteries. It is not intended to be a complete guide to the standards so do not rely solely on this document to determine your compliance. Please don’t hesitate to contact

Off Grid Package Off grid solar systems are increasingly popular and are a great option for people who live remotely or don’t want their lives ruled by the power companies. Which is why we’ve put together our introductory off-grid package to provide a complete setup for a small system, but

Designing your solar system layout While traditionally the ideal layout for panels has been North facing at an angle equal to the location’s latitude, dramatic decreases in panel costs over the last few years, as well as improvements in panel technology, means that a much greater variety in panel layouts