WA Households Encouraged to Install West-Facing Solar Panels for Cost Savings
Tens of thousands of households in Western Australia are being urged to install solar panels on the western side of their homes. This approach aims to help reduce power bills and address the challenges of managing expensive peak-energy demand.
With Perth’s solar uptake rates currently at […]
WA Businesses Face Power Price Hike Amid Surge in Solar Adoption
Up to 21,000 Western Australian businesses are set to face an unexpected 10 per cent increase in power prices starting next month. The rise is partly attributed to the growing adoption of solar panels, which has reduced electricity demand and led to a revenue shortfall […]
Businesses Embrace Solar Power as Installations Triple Amid Rising Power Prices
The adoption of solar power systems by Australian businesses has surged, with installations occurring at three times the rate of last year. This dramatic increase is driven by a combination of rising power prices and a surplus of affordable Chinese-made solar cells, which have significantly […]
Over Two Million Australians Save Big with Solar Power Adoption
More than two million Australians are now enjoying cheaper electricity, collectively saving an estimated half a billion dollars annually by switching to solar energy. According to the Clean Energy Regulator, the number of Australian homes with solar power systems surpassed the one million mark in March, […]
Australia’s First Utility-Scale Solar Farm Opens in WA’s Mid West
Australia’s renewable energy sector has reached a major milestone with the opening of the nation’s first utility-scale solar farm. The Greenough River Solar Farm, located near Geraldton in Western Australia’s Mid West region, boasts a 10-megawatt (MW) capacity, making it the country’s largest solar photovoltaic project […]
WA Utilities to Include Carbon Tax Breakdown on Bills Starting July 1
Starting July 1, Western Australians will be able to see the carbon tax component of their power and water bills. Unlike other states, WA is leading this transparency initiative, providing a clear breakdown of how the carbon tax impacts utility costs. This move aims […]