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Hi everyone,
Welcome to another issue of the Solar Quotes weekly newsletter - please feel free to forward it on to others.
As always, it's been an interesting week on the solar scene in Australia and overseas - check out the stories below.
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SQ VIEWS
Why Solar Feed-In Tariffs Are Likely To Fall Within 3 Years
Increasing renewables will reduce wholesale electricity prices. Unfortunately that means feed in tariffs will probably fall too.
Solar Blockchain: A Revolutionary New Method Of Charging Fees
Some companies are claiming that blockchain allows you to sell electricity to your neighbours instead of to the grid. Really?
SOLAR NEWS
2017’s Emissions Projections “A Step Back For Humankind”
After three years of nearly no growth, global carbon dioxide emissions attributable to fossil fuels and industry are expected to reach around 37 billion tonnes in 2017, up 2%.
RCR Tomlinson Preferred Contractor For Two Major Solar Farms
RCR Tomlinson Ltd announced yesterday it has been chosen as the preferred Engineering, Procurement and Construction contractor for two new large-scale solar farms in Australia.
CEFC Finances Large-Scale Battery System
Australia’s Clean Energy Finance Corporation announced this morning it will be supporting Australia’s first unsubsidised large-scale grid-connected battery.
Queensland Labor Pledges Solar Funding
Advancing solar energy in Queensland will remain an important focus under a re-elected Palaszczuk Government.
Solar Powered E- Rickshaws Part Of India’s Air Pollution Solution
It’s hoped solar energy technology will help power a switch in India from particulate belching auto-rickshaws to zero emissions electric models.
Delhi Choking – Air Pollution Emergency Continues
Air pollution in India’s capital is at such a dire level that schools have been closed, trains are running late, poor visibility is causing car crashes and life appears to be quite miserable in general.
Tesla Powerpack Energy Storage Solution For Nantucket
National Grid has announced a 48 megawatt-hour battery energy storage system will be installed by Tesla on the island of Nantucket.
Big Solar For Shoalhaven?
Shoalhaven Water’s sewage treatment facility near Callala Bay in New South Wales may be the site of a major solar farm – and a floating solar power facility is also being considered elsewhere in the region.
Australian Directors Consider Renewables A Top Infrastructure Priority
The Australian Institute of Company Directors’ (AICD) bi-annual Director Sentiment Index shows directors are concerned about energy prices and policy, but are bullish on renewables.
American Electric Power’s Solar And Wind Energy Splurge
It may not be squeaky clean and green, but American Electric Power (AEP) has and will continue to make solid inroads into cutting carbon emissions, with some help from wind and solar power.
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USEFUL SOLAR INFO
Solar Power Forecast Tool
We developed this handy tool in collaboration with WeatherZone to help you forecast your solar system's output up to 48 hours ahead.
Important Mistakes To Avoid In Buying Solar
Don't become a lost sheep in a field of wolves. Learn about the top 7 mistakes people make when buying solar power systems.
13 Questions To Ask A Solar Company
Before you sign on the dotted line, ensure you have satisfactory answers to these important questions.
Solar Battery Storage Explained
How to buy a solar system with battery storage. Do you need backup functionality or not? How much should you pay, and what batteries are safe and reliable?
Compare Solar Feed In Tariffs
Make sure you are getting a good solar feed in tariff - try this easy to use comparison tool
Solar Battery Comparison Table
Discover battery prices and specifications of dozens of energy storage solutions with our solar battery storage comparison table.
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