
Customer Interview: Michael, Homeowner
Customer Interview: Michael, Homeowner (Sutherland Shire, NSW) System Installed: 45 x Jinko 440W Panels | Sigenergy 15kW Inverter | SigenStor solar battery What made you look into solar and battery? I’ve been living in Loftus in the Sutherland Shire for around 20 years. I actually had a solar setup for about 10 years. It was
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Customer Interview: Sheila, Homeowner
Customer Interview: Sheila, Homeowner (Sutherland Shire, NSW) System Installed: 22 x Jinko 440W Panels | Sungrow 8kW Inverter | Sonnen evo battery What made you look into solar and battery? Our bills were just becoming a astronomical. Like everyone else I guess. George Hutchison arrived at the door from Think Renewable. My consultation with George
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Customer Interview: David, Homeowner
Customer Interview: David, Homeowner (Sutherland Shire, NSW) System Installed: 15 x Longi 440W Panels | Hinen 5W Inverter | Hinen B5000 battery You started off with solar panels. What made you look into solar? Our bills were good, about $300 per quarter, then $400 and $750. And I thought, we’re heading to $1,000. We’ve got
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The Grid’s New Partner: How Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) Make Your Solar Battery More Valuable
Australia is seeing a surge in solar battery adoption, particularly driven by the CER’s Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme. About 166K batteries were installed in the second half of 2025 alone, and for good reason. Installing a solar battery lets you power your home overnight, reducing electricity bills dramatically. But that’s not their only advantage. When
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Can You Add a Battery to an Existing Solar System? A Guide to Retrofit Compatibility
If you already have a rooftop solar system installed, it’s only natural to start thinking about the next step: adding a solar battery. Maybe your daytime solar savings look great, but your evening bills are still higher than you’d like. Maybe you’re seeing electricity prices climb, or you want more independence from the grid. Either
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Can a Solar Battery Power My Air Conditioner All Night? A Real-World Australian Climate Test
You’ve decided to buy a new solar battery to save on energy bills, or you’re likely planning on upgrading your existing one. In either case, a common concern could be the air conditioner. Temperatures across Australia are rising, with Melbourne and Brisbane both reporting higher average temperatures by up to 2.6 °C in 2025. Harnessing
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Danielle Orlando: Winner of the NECA Women in Energy Award
At Think Renewable, we’re proud to celebrate an incredible achievement: our General Manager, Danielle Orlando, has been named the winner of the NECA Women in Energy Award. This prestigious recognition is not just a personal milestone for Danielle, but also a moment that shines a light on the impact women are making in solar and
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How does solar battery installation work? Your step-by-step guide
So, you’re thinking about adding a solar battery to your home. Great choice. Batteries are the key to getting the most out of your solar system, storing the excess energy you generate during the day so you can use it at night, on cloudy days, or when the grid goes down. But what does installation
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Do solar batteries work during a blackout? What you need to know
Thousands of Australians are affected by power blackouts every year. Because of this, many homeowners are exploring solar batteries as a backup power source to keep the lights on when extreme weather hits. When the power goes out, most of us realise just how much we rely on electricity — the fridge, WiFi, lights,
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5 reasons your business should invest in solar in FY26
Every new financial year presents an opportunity to invest in your company’s future – using that new budget to take steps to ease cost pressures, navigate the economic trickiness and get closer to your sustainability goals. In 2026, could solar be your next big investment? Your competitors may have already started, and they’re reaping the
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