Most people don’t immediately make the connection between their energy bills and their lifestyle. But how often do you pause to consider how much energy you’re using – and how those rising costs are impacting your day-to-day living? Common necessities like dishwashers, washing machines and aircon/heating account for around half the energy usage for the

As the world embraces sustainable living, many Australian homeowners are considering the benefits of installing solar panels and solar battery systems. But it’s one thing to go more sustainable, and another thing to pay for it – which begs the important question: Does solar increase home value?  We’ve found figures to help you understand how

The NSW government is leading the charge towards a more sustainable, affordable energy future with the release of its new Consumer Energy Strategy. This ambitious plan, backed by $290 million in funding, is set to revolutionise how households and small businesses across the state access and utilise renewable energy technologies.   With a focus on making

When installing solar panels for the first time, it’s common to wonder if you’ll be able to use your own electricity while drawing from the grid at the same time. Will the power companies be OK with you going partially ‘off-grid’? The short answer is yes, you can use electricity with solar – and that’s