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Why Solar Panels Are a Perfect Match for EV Charging

The growing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has sparked interest in sustainable and efficient charging solutions. One of the most promising options is using solar panels to power EV chargers. This combination not only offers financial and environmental benefits but also paves the way for energy independence. By integrating solar

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7 Effective Approaches for Optimizing Your Electricity Usage

In today’s world, optimizing electricity usage is more than just a financial necessity; it’s a transformative approach to energy consumption that contributes to a sustainable future. By adopting innovative solutions and embracing efficiency-enhancing technologies, homeowners can significantly reduce utility costs while making meaningful strides toward environmental conservation. Here are seven

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Regen Power: 5 Years of Unmatched Excellence in Solar Installation

We are thrilled to announce that Regen Power has once again been recognized with the ProductReview.com.au Solar Installer Award for 2025! This marks the fifth consecutive year that we have received this prestigious honor, solidifying our position as the only solar company in Australia to win in the same category for five years in a row. What Makes

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What Can Affect the Costs of Installing a Solar System in 2025?

Typically, the solar installation cost in Western Australia is between $4,000 and $6,000. Understanding the various factors that can affect the cost of installing a solar system is crucial for homeowners and businesses considering making this eco-friendly investment. Here’s an in-depth look at what can influence the costs of solar

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Is My Home Suitable for a Solar Power System? How Do We Know?

As the world increasingly turns to renewable energy sources, homeowners are also exploring ways to contribute to environmental sustainability and reduce energy costs. Solar power systems have become a popular choice, particularly in areas like Western Australia where sunshine is abundant. However, not every home is immediately ready or suitable

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Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Nikhil Jayaraj Finalist for The CEO Magazine’s Executive of the Year Awards 2024

Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Nikhil Jayaraj Finalist for The CEO Magazine’s Executive of the Year Awards 2024 At Regen Power, innovation and leadership are the cornerstones of our success in renewable energy. We are proud to share that our Managing Director, Dr. Nikhil Jayaraj, was named a finalist in The CEO Magazine’s Executive

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Is Affordable Residential Solar Power Storage Inevitable in Australia?

Introduction: The Growing Importance of Solar Power Storage for Australian Homes Australia is renowned for its abundant sunshine, making it a global leader in residential solar power adoption. However, generating solar energy is only part of the solution to achieving energy independence. Solar battery storage plays a critical role in

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Maximizing Daytime Power Use to Get the Most Out of Your Residential Rooftop Solar Power Output: Here Are Some Tips

As more homeowners adopt rooftop solar systems, maximizing the benefits of solar energy becomes essential. Efficiently using solar power not only reduces electricity bills but also contributes to a more sustainable lifestyle. This article offers practical tips on maximizing daytime power use to get the most out of your residential

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Transforming Residential Rooftop Solar Systems with AI: A New Era of Energy Efficiency

Maintenance is a crucial aspect of ensuring that rooftop solar systems continue to operate efficiently over the long term. Traditional maintenance methods often involve scheduled inspections or reactive measures, which can be time-consuming and costly. AI, however, offers a more proactive and efficient approach through predictive maintenance. Detecting Anomalies in

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Regen Power Managing Director Nikhil Jayaraj has transformed his business into one of the fastest growing in Australia.

Around half a million solar power systems have been installed on the roofs of Western Australia’s homes and businesses. Soon most houses in the sun-drenched state will have photovoltaic capacity, putting it at the forefront of the country’s renewable energy revolution and helping owners and renters reduce their escalating energy

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Best Residential EV Chargers Available in Australia

The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) has sparked an increasing demand for reliable, efficient, and high-performance residential EV chargers in Australia. As more Australians transition to electric mobility, the need for convenient and fast home charging solutions is growing. This article explores some of the best EV chargers available in the Australian

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Latest Residential Solar Battery Brands in Australia – 2024

Solar batteries are rapidly gaining traction across Australia as more homeowners recognize their potential to enhance energy independence and reduce electricity bills. With the Clean Energy Council (CEC) proposing new incentives for residential batteries alongside solar panels, the adoption of solar energy storage systems is expected to surge. This article

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Using Smart Appliances to Match Rooftop Solar Energy Usage Better

The integration of smart home technology with rooftop solar systems represents a significant advancement in residential energy management. By utilizing smart appliances, homeowners can more effectively harness the power generated by their solar panels, optimizing energy usage and enhancing overall efficiency. This synergy not only contributes to a substantial reduction

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Solar Energy Trends in Australia 2024

The landscape of solar energy in Australia is undergoing a significant transformation, with electricity generation from solar expected to reach 30.56 billion kWh in 2024. This growth not only represents an increasing shift towards renewable energy sources but also highlights the pivotal role solar power is playing in Australia’s energy

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The Growing Solar System Size Trend: Understanding the Rise to 9.4kW

The average size of rooftop solar systems has been steadily increasing year after year. This trend is reflective of broader changes in energy consumption patterns, advancements in solar technology, and evolving consumer preferences. In this article, we will delve into the various factors contributing to this rise, focusing on the

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Solar Power Storage: Comparing V2H Technology and Solar Battery Systems

In the realm of renewable energy, the integration of solar power with storage solutions is revolutionizing how we manage energy consumption. Electric Vehicle (EV) charging using solar energy is a sustainable approach that not only reduces our reliance on fossil fuels but also promotes energy independence. Among the innovative solutions

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Double Honour at the 40 Under 40 Awards

We are delighted to announce that Nikhil Jayaraj, our esteemed Managing Director at Regen Power, has once again been recognized with the prestigious “40 Under 40” award by Business News for 2024, adding another milestone following his previous win in 2020. This award celebrates the relentless dedication and visionary leadership

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Everything you need to know about Installing Solar System in a Rented Home

Solar Energy Options for Rented Houses in Australia The push for renewable energy solutions has intensified across Australia, with solar energy at the forefront of this green revolution. For renters, solar panels are not only a viable option but also an increasingly popular one, thanks to technological advancements and supportive

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10 Steps for Rooftop Solar System Installation in Western Australia

As the world pivots towards sustainable energy solutions, many homeowners in Western Australia are considering rooftop solar systems as a viable option to reduce their carbon footprint and electricity bills. If you’re among those looking to make this green transition, understanding the installation process is crucial. Here are ten essential

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How Solar System Monitoring Keeps Your Energy Production Efficient

The Importance of Solar System Monitoring In the modern era of renewable energy, maintaining an efficient solar system is not just beneficial; it’s essential. Solar system monitoring serves as the heartbeat of a solar energy setup, providing real-time insights into energy production and consumption. By understanding exactly how much solar

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Is It Worth Investing in a Battery for Your Rooftop Solar?

As the shift towards renewable energy gains momentum, homeowners worldwide are contemplating the addition of battery installations to their solar power storage solutions. This integration promises enhanced energy independence, reduced carbon footprint, and potential savings on utility bills. But the question remains: is the investment in solar batteries genuinely worth

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Regen Power Generates Steady Growth While Providing Sustainable Energy Solutions

Stevie-winner Regen Power is a renewable energy solution provider meeting the power requirements of residential, commercial, and off-grid markets in Australia and internationally since 2003.  They provide renewable energy engineering design, consulting, and training in Australia and overseas, and have more than 40,000 residential clients in Perth, providing an 8% market share

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What is the Ideal Size of a Residential Solar System in Australia?

In Australia, the shift towards renewable energy has been significantly driven by the widespread adoption of solar power in residential areas. Homeowners are increasingly turning to on-grid solar systems as a means to reduce electricity bills and contribute to environmental conservation. The choice of the solar system size is crucial

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370W or 440W Panels, which is good for rooftop solar systems?

Embarking on the solar journey? Choosing the correct solar panel wattage between 370W and 440W for your rooftop system sparks an important debate. Imagine these panels as your solar allies, each with its unique prowess. The 370W, a reliable companion with a balanced output, akin to a steady friend. On

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When Should I Upgrade Old Rooftop Solar System?

Basking in the sun with your hale and hearty rooftop solar panels? Brilliant! But like any other hardworking pal, your rooftop PV system may feel overburdened. So, the question arises: when do you give your rooftop solar system a well-deserved upgrade? Truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. So, we have

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Charging EV at Home using Solar Panels and Solar Battery 

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular, and for good reason. They’re more environmentally friendly than traditional gas-powered cars, and they can save you money on fuel costs. But one of the biggest concerns people have about EVs is charging. How long does it take? Are residential EV charging Stations

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What is N Type Solar Panel? What are the benefits?

N Type Solar Panels N-Type solar panels are the next evolution in solar cell technology. Unlike the more commonly used P-Type solar cells, N-Type panels use N-Type silicon as the base material. This material is purer and less prone to impurities, resulting in an improved flow of electrons. In simple

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A Guide to Solar Panel Maintenance in Perth

Perth, being one of Australia’s sunniest cities, is the ideal location for investing in solar panels. With the increasing popularity of solar energy, it is crucial to understand the importance of regular maintenance for your solar panels. Regular maintenance not only ensures optimal performance but also helps you save on

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What Are Solar Panels Made Of?

Solar power is becoming an increasingly attractive solution for Australian households looking to reduce their energy footprint and benefit from cost savings. Solar panels are at the heart of any solar installation, and it’s important to understand what they are made of before making the switch.  What Are Solar Panels?

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What Are the Features of the Tesla Powerwall?

The Tesla Powerwall is a revolutionary storage device designed to provide battery storage to homes and businesses. It has quickly become extremely popular for its affordability, reliability, and energy independence. In this blog post, we will be exploring the features of the Tesla Powerwall and how these features can benefit

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What Are the Advantages of Having a Home Solar Battery?

Solar energy has revolutionised the way Australians use energy. Homeowners can combine solar energy with solar battery storage, allowing them to use the electricity generated from the sun to power their homes and appliances. Solar batteries have become increasingly popular among homeowners due to the numerous benefits they provide. Here,

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30th Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards 2023

30th Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards 2023 Nominations are now open for the 30th anniversary of the Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards 2023 Award categories include best new business, customer service, sustainability, and business women of the Year ward. R Moore & Son are sponsors of

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How Long Do Home Solar Batteries Last?

In Australia, many households are opting for solar power as an alternative energy source. An important part of a solar energy system is the home solar battery. These batteries store energy produced by the solar panels so they can be used later when the sun is no longer shining. But,

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What Solar Battery Rebates Are Available in Western Australia?

As a Western Australian, you probably want to take advantage of the abundance of sunshine and reduce your electricity bills with solar energy. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be a costly endeavour. The Australian government provides several solar rebates and incentives in WA, giving you more power over your power

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Regen Power Presents “The Regen Renewable Energy Award” to Jared Mosely at Curtin University Student Awards 2022

Regen Power, a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, proudly sponsored “The Regen Renewable Energy Award” category at the prestigious Curtin University Student Awards 2022. The award, recognizing outstanding achievement in the field of renewable energy, was presented to Jared Mosely for securing the highest Aggregate of Marks in the

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Residential solar battery installations are increasing in Australia

A solar power battery backup system plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency, reliability, and overall benefits of a solar energy system. Australia had various feed-in tariff (FiT) schemes in place to encourage the adoption of solar energy. However Feed-in Tariff (FiT) are slowly declining since 2010. Feed-in tariff

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Regen Power are proud to sponsor the Sustainability Award

 Regen Power supports the 30th Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards! The 30th annual Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards was officially launched at Empire Bar in Lathlain on 31st of May, 2023. The Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards is coordinated by the Belmont Business Enterprise

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Rooftop solar power production guarantees and solar panel warranties

Rooftop solar systems are a great way to save money on your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint. However, it’s important to understand the terms of solar system guarantees and warranties and how they differ.  A power production guarantee is a promise from the solar installer that your system

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Financial Considerations in Solar System Installations

According to National Geographic, Earth receives enough sunlight in one hour to produce power for each human for one year. Also, the infrastructure that we have now is enough for us to save a lot by bearing a one time solar installation cost. Around 3.4 million solar PV systems have

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Solar Financing is a Good Idea? Different Options for Solar Loan

According to a report published by the Green Energy Regulator, the Solar industry has grown to 7.8% per year totaling 3 billion in 2023. Till now, Australians have installed more than 3.5 billion solar systems at home or businesses. Clean Energy Regulator highlighted that around 400,000 solar rooftop PV systems

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How to Select a Good Battery Storage

A rooftop solar system can power homes or businesses in the daytime. It means customers rely on high-cost grid electricity when the sun goes down. But, this can be changed with solar battery installation. Your solar PV system may be producing more solar power than you need in the day. Instead of

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Top 5 Solar Panels Australia
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Top 5 Solar Panels in Australia

There are many reputable solar panel brands available in Australia, and determining which one is the best for you depends on several factors. The top 5 brands are Jinko Solar, Trina Solar, Longi, Canadian Solar, and Qcells, are all well-respected in the industry and offer high-quality solar panels. See also:

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Solar Installation Price in Perth 2023

Solar installation in Perth 2023 may dig a little deep in your pocket but it is really a long time investment. If you see the long-term benefit, it may save you an extra buck and reduce your carbon footprint significantly. Plus, you have rebates provided by the Government of Australia.

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Is Energy Audit Important Before Installing Solar Energy System?

Yes, conducting an energy audit is important before installing a solar energy system. An energy audit is a comprehensive assessment of your home or business’s energy use, identifying areas where energy is being wasted and making recommendations for improvements. Peter Drucker was correct when he said that you cannot manage

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Is Site Assessment Necessary Before Installing a Solar System?

 Yes, a site assessment is necessary before installing a solar system to ensure that the system will be installed in a location that receives enough sunlight to generate the expected amount of electricity. A site assessment will also help determine the appropriate size of the solar system needed to meet

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Shall I Install an EV Charger at Home?

Having a home EV charger means you can conveniently charge your electric vehicle at home, rather than having to go out of your way to find a public charging station. This saves you time and hassle and ensures that your EV is always ready to go when you are.  However,

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Tesla Powerwall Alternatives
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Shall I install Tesla Powerwall? What are other alternatives?

Home energy storage for a solar system in Australia is becoming increasingly popular as homeowners look for ways to manage their energy consumption and reduce their reliance on the grid.  How Much Does a Home Solar Battery Cost? Around 9% of the 110,000 solar installations done in Australia in 2020

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Solar Monitoring Mobile Application for Residential Solar System

Installing a solar system at your home is not enough for you to become energy efficient. In real terms, it means that your solar panels are generating an ideal amount of energy. There are only two ways to track it, the first being rummaging through monthly bills and looking for

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10kW and 6.6kW solar system comparison

When you decide to invest in a solar system for your household, there are many factors involved. Here’s how you determine which solar package suits your requirements. 10kW and 6.6kW solar packages are more popular in Western Australia as well as other states. Here we are comparing these two packages.

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Charging EV with a Rooftop Solar System

According to the International Energy Agency, 37% of global CO2 emissions were accounted for by transportation. Driving an EV is not enough if you are planning to go green. The electricity with which it is charged should come from a clean energy source. However, there are some questions that you

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Regen Power Wins ProductReview Awards Again

Regen Power has added one more embellishment to its train of awards as it has recently won the winner of the ProductReview Award 2023 under the solar installer category. The company has won the coveted ProductReview Award consecutively for 2021, 2022, and 2023. The enterprise has emerged as one of

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What is Smart EV Charger, how it works?

The ‘Information Age’ has automated and revolutionised how we behave and communicate. For instance, Smart EV chargers and EVs share essential information with each other that helps in monitoring, controlling, and restricting the power station remotely. This breakthrough tech can actually help in EV Charger Installation in Australia in remote places. Smart EV chargers are bedecked with

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2022 Executive of the Year Awards by CEO Magazine

Regen Power Managing Director, Nikhil Jayaraj, has been declared as one of the finalists in the coveted CEO Magazine Award under the Managing Director of the Year 2022. The endeavours of upper management have been crucial in the post-covid world where everyone is grappling with uncertainty. The much-awaited award is

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Solar system for small and medium businesses in Australia

According to the World Energy Outlook 2022 released by the International Energy Agency, energy generation in the world increased by 22% (179Wh) in 2021 exceeding the threshold of 1000TWh. Revolutionary and disruptive technologies in the field of solar power for business have made net zero emission goals for corporate houses

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Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards

Regen Power – Winner of ENTERPRISE OF THE YEAR AWARD at the 29th Belmont & Western Australian Small Business Awards In front of an audience of over 360 attendees, Regen Power was one of the many Western Australian small business winners in the 29th Belmont & Western Australian Small Business

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Planning a Residential Rooftop Solar Installation in WA

Australia is one of those countries that receive a fair amount of solar energy. With the looming threat of depleting non-renewable sources like oil and petroleum, society is moving towards renewable sources such as wind and solar energy. With your rooftop installations, you may generate your own electricity. More than

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EV Charging with solar panel and solar battery

Australia is one of those countries that receive most of the sunlight. No wonder EV charger installation in Australia has gone up to harness the energy and save the environment and fuel costs. According to Statista, electricity generation is the largest producer of greenhouse gases which is further used to

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The best options for home battery storage in Australia

There are lots of international battery storage manufacturers selling their products in Australia. Many companies have come out with battery options that you can use in different spheres, such as industry, household, public amenities, etc. These batteries come in many sizes, based on the usage of the person buying them.

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N-Type solar panels are better than P-Type solar panels?

Solar panel manufacturing companies are competing to introduce advanced and upgraded versions of the technology. The prime concerns of these companies are the improvement in efficiency and gradual switch over of solar panels. Currently, several research projects are engaged in finding the next-generation solar cell materials.  Their research aims primarily

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Is it possible to Install solar panels on the shed roof?

Are you thinking to install solar panels on the shed roof? There are several factors that have to be considered before taking the final decision. The structural integrity of the shed is the prime factor that has to consider before installing the solar panels on your shed roof. The structure

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Remote monitoring of a rooftop solar system performance

The solar remote monitoring system provides you with energy production data from your rooftop solar system. It is the ideal way to check the performance of your plant. By installing a solar remote monitoring system, you can track the performance of your plant from the comfort of your computer or

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Solar Panel Efficiency of Residential Solar System

What is solar panel efficiency? A solar panel’s efficiency is generally determined by its ability to convert sunlight into usable energy. The panel’s area is the major decisive factor when deciding efficiency rather than power. Above all, sunlight that falls on the solar panel cells is the prime consideration. However,

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Residential Solar Panel Warranty Period

Solar panel warranty is an important factor when installing a residential rooftop solar system. The main goal of the solar system is to reduce the power bill, so you can save money. When you are choosing cheap panels with less warranty period, you will end up spending more. Solar Panels

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Common problems with the rooftop solar system

Nowadays, solar energy becomes the most attractive energy source due to its renewable and non-polluting characteristics. Solar energy has the potential to satisfy all our future energy needs if we are able to suitably harness it.  The prime advantage of the rooftop solar system is to save on electricity bills.

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Transition towards solar energy storage

Australia is a world leader in solar adoption with more than 3 million rooftop solar systems and almost one-third of Australian homes equipped with solar panels. Regen Power managing director and renewable expert Nikhil Jayaraj said by 2025 rooftop solar capacity would surpass coal and this expansion must be accompanied

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Are Trina solar panels good for the residential solar system?

Trina Solar panel is one of the world’s biggest vertically integrated solar panel producers. The company is well known for creating cost-effective and dependable solar panels for various applications. The new Vertex series of panels is comes with the newest solar cell technology. These panels have pushed the efficiency near

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8 Questions To Ask Before Going Solar

Installing rooftop solar panels? Here are the main topics you should discuss with your installer. The Australian Solar Council estimates that there are currently more than 3 million installations of solar panels on rooftops across the country. Of these, over 850,884 are in Queensland, followed by New South Wales with

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Rooftop Solar and EV are a winning combination

Solar EV Charging provides more value to your home solar system. As per the Electric Vehicle Council of Australia, EV sales are increasing in Australia since 2022. Rooftop Solar and EV Charging would be the perfect combination. By choosing solar plus EV, you are stepping into a mission of sustainable

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2021 Snapshot: Australia’s Distributed PV and Storage Uptake

Australia’s small-scale solar and battery energy storage installation rate has remained robust in the face of a number of challenges. By virtue of this resilience, it is adding jobs and contributing to the country’s decarbonisation, reports Nikhil Jayaraj, the Managing Director of Regen Power.

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When should upgrade your solar system?

Your current power output is basically what enough for you was at the time of installation. Over time, you will need to increase your electricity production. Maybe you’ve had a few people move in with you, bought new appliances, or the latest EV! The current system doesn’t meet your demand

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Are Jinko Panels good for residential rooftop solar systems?

Jinko Solar is one of the best solar panels available in Australia. Jinko is the most innovative and famous solar panel company in the world. Established in the year 2006, the company has come a long way in being one of the largest manufacturers of solar panels across the globe.

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Upcoming residential energy storage solutions

Energy storage systems are changing the way the world consumes energy. Storage systems will dramatically alter the market scenario in the foreseeable future. Energy storage options provide consumers with more flexibility, reliability, and efficiency. They further offer to smoothen the delivery process of various forms of renewable energy like wind,

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How do you really save money with a solar system?

You might be thinking, are solar panels really worth it? It is sure that your solar panels can make you money. Solar panel systems help you save money by reducing your monthly electricity bills. The primary concern while switching over to a solar power system is the initial installation cost.

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Points to consider while upgrading the existing solar system

Your solar power is not meeting the energy requirements to power your home or business?  Then, it is the right time to think about upgrading your solar system. An Upgrade can be either a repair or an alteration. It is recommended to get an expert opinion to fix whether your

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Improve Solar Efficiency : Getting most out of your solar system

How to Improve Solar Efficiency? Your solar panels will generate more electricity during peak sun hours. Solar panels will not provide you with all the electricity you need to run your home, so you will have an electricity bill to pay. However, adapting your household routine to get the most

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Is a Flat Roof Suitable for Solar Systems?

Solar installation on a flat roof is one of the most common methods of integrating a solar system into any house. Panels have been well studied to determine how they can be installed on the roof without compromising the house’s structural integrity. Solar installation on a flat roof is not

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Get the right solar system quotation

Are you considering powering your home with solar energy? There are a few things that homeowners should investigate before starting the installation. First of all, homeowners should be well aware of their total electricity usage. Secondly, assess your solar potential. Solar potential can be assessed based on the amount of solar

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Protect your rooftop solar panels from environmental risks

Solar photovoltaic (PV) energy becomes the most promising energy source of contemporary time. Australia has experienced a staggering increase in the installation of solar panels. Most interestingly 20% of Australian homes have roof-mounted solar panels. According to the data provided by Clean Energy Regulator says that one in four Australian

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Hybrid Inverters
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Hybrid inverter Vs off-grid inverter

The inverter is often referred to as the brain of a solar system because it converts solar radiation into useful energy. Different types of inverters are available in the Australian market. Grid-tied inverters, off-grid inverters, and hybrid inverters are the types available in the market. In order to pick the

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Top 7 Solar Panel Brands in Australia

Solar panel technology is among the most rapidly developing technologies in the world. Australia currently has over 2 million rooftop solar panels, and several hundred more are being installed. This makes keeping up with the solar panel industry all the more important. It can be difficult for a person to

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Commercial Solar in Australia
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How to get my business running on solar power in WA?

Western Australia is exposed to some of Australia’s highest electricity costs. Here, electricity cost holds a larger percentage of operating costs. Most of the businesses in Western Australia operate between 9 AM to 5 PM. Therefore solar power provides a cost-effective alternative to electricity. Considering solar power for business is an

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Risk of roof-mounted solar panels. How to avoid it

Roof-mounted solar panels are the most prevalent source of electricity today. Rooftops are undoubtedly the best place to install solar panels, as they are exposed to sunlight allowing the panel to directly collect the sun’s energy and transform it into usable electricity. Recently, the number of houses in Australia with

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Why Choosing a Local Solar Installer Is Important?

Are you planning to install a solar system? Unsure whether you need a national or local solar installer to take care of your needs? It is recommended to opt local solar installer with the necessary certifications from a reputed solar company to perform the work. Local installers are less expensive

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Tips for getting the best solar quotes in Perth

Comparing solar quotes in Perth is an important step in the journey to enhance the value of a home with solar panels. Several homeowners compare three to four solar quotes ahead of moving to solar. However, evaluating multiple solar quotes in Perth enable homeowners to scope their budget and choose

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Top Solar Home Battery Brands in Australia

The home solar battery is more popular now because the feed-in tariffs, as well as PV system incentives, are lowering. As a result, batteries connected to PV systems are becoming the best option to lower the electricity bill where the batteries are charged during the day and discharged during the

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Can we power a big city with solar 24/7?

Cities are responsible for 70% of energy-related CO2 emissions. To reduce future electricity demand and enable a net zero-carbon electricity system, renewable energy solutions are an easy way out. In the urge to achieve their clean energy and climate goals, many towns and cities around the world have decided to

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What is solar farming?

Solar farming is a way of generating electricity from solar energy using a large collection of photovoltaic solar panels installed on unimproved land. Large solar farms usually use hundreds and thousands of solar PVs. The solar arrays come in all shapes and sizes and are usually mounted to the ground.

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Why 6.6kW Solar system is More Popular In Australia?

With various solar power systems sizes, a 6.6 kW solar system is the most common solar system installed by Australian homeowners. The 6.6kW solar system offers greater capacity and makes battery storage or battery backup systems more feasible. A few years ago, 3 kW, 5 kW solar systems were popular.

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Emergency Solar Management

To maintain the stability of the energy system and support the continued installation of rooftop solar, the WA State Government is introducing emergency solar management (also known as DPV management) – the capability to remotely turn down or turn off new and upgraded residential rooftop solar systems with an inverter

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Solar Panel Lifespan
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How long do solar panels last? Solar panel lifespan explained

Do you know how long will your solar panels last? The average lifespan of solar panels is about 25 to 30 years. This doesn’t mean that solar panels stop producing electricity after this period – it just means that energy production declines by a significant amount. Australia is one of

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9 Mistake to avoid while purchasing Solar System in Australia

To buy a solar system in Perth, you should be thorough in your research and analysis beforehand.  Nowadays, solar systems are one of the smartest investments to make for your home, saving you money now and in the future. Most homeowners have made poor choices to save money.  Installing solar

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Regen Power director a leader in his field

Click here to read the full article. The three vital components to a successful career are hard work, a stick-to-the-plan mentality, and timely pivot, says Regen Power managing director Nikhil Jayaraj. And as the leader of a WA business with a brand name known across Australia, he should know. Winner of

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Home Storage Batteries In Australia

Home storage battery systems increase households’ electricity self-consumption using rooftop solar systems. Even though it has positive financial returns, the high investment cost is preventing the homeowners from installing it. But home storage battery installation remarkably increased in Australia because of feed-in tariff reductions, climate change awareness, etc. Australia is

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Commercial Solar in Australia
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Is Commercial Solar in Australia a Good Investment?

Commercial Solar System was once considered an expensive power source is now turning the attention of businesses to power their buildings. There are significant benefits from installing a commercial solar system, whether it is a large or small-scale business. With the rapid surge in electricity prices during the last 10 years,

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Can I go off-grid Solar System with Tesla Powerwall?

Off-grid Tesla Powerwall is a game-changer in the entire Australian market. Since its launch, Tesla Powerwall has been a revolution. The off-grid Tesla Powerwall is a battery-based system and doesn’t need a utility grid to power your houses. With Powerwall, you can harness and store the abundant sun’s energy and

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Features of Tesla Powerwall
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5 Features of Tesla Powerwall that influence customers

Do you know Tesla Powerwall features will help to accomplish your energy goals? Tesla Powerwall offers powerful features to power up your home efficiently using stored energy. Basically, solar energy is generated when sunlight hits solar cells on solar panels. These solar panels absorb photons and in doing so, an

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Commercial solar panels Installation in Perth

The dramatic increase in electricity prices, falling solar panel prices, and continuing Government incentives have made commercial solar panel installations more viable in terms of low prices and high yields. Any company’s bottom line has the potential to grow through lower power bills.  Commercial solar installation is the best way

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How to choose the best solar inverters in Australia?

How do choose the best solar inverters in Australia? Choosing the best solar inverter brand for a home solar system is one of the most critical decisions to make when going solar. Certainly, a professional solar installer can help you to choose the right sized inverter. Above all, always install

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Is 10kW solar system enough for a home in Perth?

10kW solar system and 6kW solar system are the most popular rooftop solar packages among house owners in Perth, Western Australia. The size of a solar system is decided on the basis of electricity usage as well as roof space availability. 10kW system is ideal for not only homes but

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How to find Professional Solar Installers in Perth?

In Australia, around 3 million households enjoy the benefits of rooftop solar. Solar is a good investment because it increases property, saves electricity bills. Customers are preferring solar installers in Perth for three reasons. Firstly, the installation cost is high. Secondly, solar systems are for long-term usage. Thirdly, it involves

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How to choose best solar panels in Australia

Choosing the best solar panels for your rooftop PV is the first step toward the adoption of an energy-efficient system. The main reason for home and business owners to go solar for save on electricity bills. For getting the maximum out of solar energy, you need efficient panels. The promotion

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Solar Panels for boats
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Why Solar Panels for boats are getting popular?

Solar energy is a perfect choice for powering a boat as sunlight is omnipresent. Being renewable energy, it is always readily available. Though not as popular as the residential solar system, marine solar panels are gaining popularity these days. Boats need a lot of energy for maintaining autopilot, keeping navigation

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How hot is Perth
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How hot is Perth, WA?

Western Australia is one of the largest states of Australia. It is almost the size of Western Europe. WA covers one-third of the Australian continent. Perth is the capital city of Western Australia. Perth was named by Captain James Stirling in 1829 after Perth, Scotland. It is a pretty, small

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Installing solar power on historic buildings is acceptable?

Efforts are being taken by individuals, businesses, organizations, and governments all over the world to minimize their impact on the environment. This can be achieved by reducing their dependence on non-renewable energy sources. Currently, sustainability issues and climate change issues dominate the world. There is a constant push for the adoption

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How to install net metering in off-grid solar system?

Net metering is the foundation for the on-grid solar system. It allows feeding the surplus electricity generated from the solar system back to the electricity grid for later use. Net metering uses the electric grid to store the energy produced by the solar panel system and use it later. It helps one

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Do solar panels need direct sunlight?

Solar panels produce the best when there is direct sunlight. It does not mean that they don’t produce when there is no direct sunlight. It functions by converting photons to electric current. As direct and indirect sunlight carry photons, solar panels can work in both conditions. What time do solar panels

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Professor Chem Nayar, Helped make clean energy use practical

Article published in The West Australian, Monday, October 4, 2021.Click here to read full article. Professor Chem Nayar Engineer Born: Calicut, India, 1946 Died: Perth, aged 75 Clean energy, as a cause for discussion, exercises minds at conferences all over the world. As a cause for both optimism and pessimism, it

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Clean Energy Pioneer

Multi-award-winning Professor Nayar’s outstanding contribution to the Australia and global clean energy industry cannot be overstated. Since his Australian first 1982 Ph.D. thesis on wind power, Professor Nayar’s subsequent pioneering research and innovative projects have substantially advanced solar and wind systems as economically viable, sustainable energy sources.

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What motivates one to install solar panels?

We live in a world where electricity is very important. We need electricity to power our home appliances, mobile devices, computers, laptops, and others. Electricity has become an inevitable part of our life. As the demand increases, its cost also hikes. As a result, people look for alternative sources of

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How to claim solar rebate
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How to claim solar rebate?

Solar rebates are subsidies or financial incentives given by the Federal government to boost the solar power business of Australia. Government rebate solar Perth is in the form of STCs. The value of STCs is used to offset the upfront cost of solar system purchases. The government creates virtual pieces

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Why renewable energy prices are declining?

As renewable energy is derived from renewable resources, very few resources are lost due to its production. Based on its source, they are of different types. They are solar energy derived from the sun, wind energy derived from the motion of the wind, hydroelectric energy derived from the gravitational potential

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How to calculate solar rebate?

In Western Australia, there is no solar rebate as such. But one can apply for the federal government solar rebate. Subsidies and financial incentives make solar power investment in Western Australia thriving. Financial incentives are available as rebates and feed-in tariffs. Bigger the size of the power system, the more

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How long does the Tesla Powerwall long last?

Tesla Powerwall’s long last depends upon the usage. If you are asking about the single recharge lasting, calculated by dividing the total capacity by the total wattage used with the battery. If you are operating 3250 watts home appliances with a 13.5 battery, the charge will last for 4 hours. If you

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How reliable are solar panels?

The growing environmental concerns about climate change, sustainability, gas prices and pollution has led many individuals and governments to pursue alternative power sources instead of fossil fuels. Certainly, Solar power has been at the forefront of the push. The widespread adoption of solar panels itself is proof that it is

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Solar Panels for Bus
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Should buses use solar panels?

Buses are an efficient mode of public transport as it carries lots of people. It is much more efficient than cars. A bus runs many miles every year on highways and urban areas. Buses driven with diesel fuel leave an unfathomable negative impact on their nitrogen oxide and carbon dioxide

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How to produce free electricity?

Abundant natural resources around us are awesome sources of green energy. Choosing a residential green energy system can help in making long-term savings and protecting the environment too. Free renewable energy sources are all around us. Some of them are the sun that shines, wind that blows and rivers that

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Tesla Powerwall
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Is it worthy of installing a Tesla Powerwall with solar?

With the hike in energy prices and drop in solar prices, solar panel installation has boomed to around 2.7 million in Australia. Solar panel technology is one of the greatest developments of this century. The panels generate electricity, thus making the house independent of the grid during the daytime. During

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Are solar panels worth the investment?

Are solar panels worth the investment? This is an oft-repeated question faced by the solar power business of Western Australia. With the cry for energy independence, solar energy and battery storage systems are quickly becoming the norm. Irrespective of electricity consumption, solar panels are worth buying in every Australian state. Going

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Wind or Solar
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Which renewable energy is better, wind or solar?

Among the various renewable energy sources, wind power and solar power are the most popular green energy alternatives for fossil fuels. They play a significant role in reducing our dependence on fossil fuels. The equipment for extracting solar and wind power are solar panels and wind turbines. The photovoltaic cells

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Is the idea of solar energy car possible or not?

An increased interest in renewable energy systems has made many automobile companies think in the line of solar-powered cars as a sustainable means of transport. Electric vehicles are cleaner than conventional vehicles. The pollution from electricity used to power cars makes EVs powered by solar energy a better option. Solar cars are

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Balcony Solar Panels
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What can I power with a solar panel from my balcony?

Are Balcony Solar Panels useful in apartments? Millions of renters and apartment owners are at a loss for not being able to take advantage of solar as they don’t have a roof to put their solar power system on.  A typical solar installation requires a big budget and a private

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solar panels

What are the flaws of solar panels?

Solar energy is the most popular renewable energy sources available on Earth. It has become a competitive alternative to fossil fuels. Solar energy is a sustainable energy source, has a low environmental impact, and promotes energy independence. Above all, going solar is a low-risk investment with heavy returns. With over 2.3

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Can the world be powered fully by renewable energy?

As renewable energy is derived from renewable resources, very few resources are lost due to its production. Based on its source, they are of different types. Types of Renewable Energy Solar energy derived from the sun, wind energy derived from the motion of the wind, hydroelectric energy derived from the

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Regen Power – Journey of a renewable energy pioneer

Published in Have A Go News VOLUME 30 NO. 11 ISSUE NO. 351 JUNE 2021 ESTABLISHED in 2003 by Curtin University Emeritus Professor Chem Nayar, Canning Vale-based Regen Power is a national company providing renewable energy products and services to residential, commercial, and off-grid mining and remote community markets. Regen

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Leading the way in sustainable technology

As published the The West Australian Established in 2003 by Curtin University Emeritus Professor Chem Nayar, Canning Vale-based Regen Power is a National company providing renewable energy products and services to residential, commercial and off -grid mining and remote community markets, with a vision to create affordable access to power

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Can we install solar for individual flat in apartment?

With over 2.3 million solar rooftop installations, most Australians enjoy the benefits of solar energy. Certainly, technological advancements and innovations have helped the best solar companies in Perth to make solar power accessible even for apartments. One-third of Australians live in rental properties or apartments. Earlier a significant portion of

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What are the problems faced by renewable energy?

The challenges faced by the renewable energy industry are many. Political pressures, government policies, corporate influence, age-old infrastructure, lack of proper battery storage system, and present market scenario stand in its way for a wider adoption worldwide. Despite these factors, renewable energy has undertaken a global adoption as a means

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Can trains transport people solely on solar energy?

Electricity is the largest source of greenhouse gas pollution in Australia, second being transport. Transport sector has seen 62.9% growth since 1990. Only a change in the government policies on transport and climate can help Australia to lower its greenhouse gas pollution. Increase in population, dearth of public transport and

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solar panels

Which direction is best suited for solar panels in Australia?

With over 2.3 million rooftop solar power systems and almost 20,000 new installations every month, Australia is all set to harness the abundant power of the Sun. The output of a rooftop solar system is dependent on the amount of solar irradiance received by the active surface of the solar

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Why aren’t we using the deserts for solar power?

The booming electricity prices and falling cost of solar panels have made many households turn to rooftop solar units. With the gaining popularity of solar power, solar panel price has come down considerably. Sustainability being the main focus, commercial buildings, shopping centers, and hospitals have also turned to solar power. This

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Solar Battery Performance Calculator
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Solar Battery Performance Calculator

Choosing the right battery size is most important for maximizing the benefits of your solar power system. A number of intrinsic factors influence this selection. As a result, estimating the performance of a system pre-purchase can be cumbersome. Primarily, solar batteries are used for grid independency and/or emergency backup. Although

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Is solar powered road a reality?

As early as 2014, energy experts have come up with the idea of replacing tarmac on roads with solar panels, as part of combating climate change. After all, This is entirely a novel idea because till then solar panels were installed only on rooftops or on grounds. Many trials have

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What time solar panels work best
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 What time of day do solar panels work best?

With the hike in energy prices, more and more people are turning to solar energy as a viable option to power their homes and businesses. While installing a solar system in Australia, it is essential to know how and at what time of day do solar panels work best so

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solar panels

Is solar panel installation worthy of investment?

Is solar panel installation worthy of investment? This is an oft-repeated question faced by the solar power business of Western Australia. With the cry for energy independence, solar energy and battery storage systems are quickly becoming the norm. Irrespective of electricity consumption, solar panels are worth buying in every Australian

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Lowering power bill in hot summer months

ImpIt might be a good idea to save money by lowering the power bill. By using energy wisely and adopting energy-saving measures, you can save money and cut down on energy wastage at home while meeting your needs for convenience and comfort. Many appliances that have a less expensive purchase

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Benefits of PERC panels
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Benefits of PERC panels

PERC stands for “passivated emitter and rear contact” or “rear cell”. Solar panels built with PERC cells have an additional layer on the back of the traditional solar cells. This additional layer allows more sunlight to be captured and turned into electricity, making PERC cells more efficient than traditional cells.

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Why Solar Power

Solar power in Australia is a fast-growing industry. As of September 2020, Australia has over 2.56 million solar PV installations with a combined capacity of 18,526 MW photovoltaic solar power, of which at least 4,426 MW were installed in the preceding 12 months. Australia has the highest uptake of solar globally.

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Do solar panels increase property value?

Installing residential solar panels is a sound investment. A newly purchased solar system with efficient technology, more time on its warranty, and less need for maintenance may significantly add to property value. Solar energy takes the energy produced from the sun and converts it into the type of renewable energy

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Solar Panels

Sun is the original source of all energy, and we all benefit from its resources. With over 2.5 million installations, the solar power business in Australia is booming. Solar panels are an integral part of any solar system. What makes a Solar Panel? Silicon, metal, and glass are the main

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Solar battery Vs generator
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Solar battery Vs generator

Home batteries and gas-powered generators are the two commonly used power backup solutions. Power cuts are common because of the increasing burden on the grid and anticipated natural calamities. To keep our life going we need power. We are so dependent on the power that without power we are like

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Solar and Batteries are essential during times of crisis

As the world is fighting Corona Virus, the safest place for everyone to be is at home. Since most of the people are at home, there will be more energy consumption than before. The grid will be overloaded and could result in blackouts. Meanwhile, bush fires are expected which will

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Probability of fire risk in solar panels

General expert opinion is that solar PV systems are at less risk of fire than any electrical equipment. Since it has live wires, there will always be some risk, but this is negligible under normal circumstances. It is found that just 1.5% of residential fires in Australia were linked with

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Damages endured by solar panels
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Damages endured by solar panels

Solar sytem is an excellent way for homes and businesses alike to generate electricity without negatively impacting the environment. Without the proper functioning of panels, the whole system will go astray. Obviously there are more chances to get damages to panels. To get the best result from a solar system,

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Solar panel performance in cold weather
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Solar panel performance in cold weather

Solar is a reliable, cost-effective way to power your home. Solar panels produce energy not from the sun’s heat but from the sun’s light. The solar system can produce energy even during winter. When photon particles of the sunray hit the solar panel’s photovoltaic cells, electrons in the silicon are

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Benefits of going solar
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Benefits of going solar

The sun is a powerful energy source, and harnessing this power by installing solar panels can make a significant difference to the planet. Solar installation has many benefits: Solar controls electricity costs The solar system will drastically reduce your monthly electric bill. Savings on the bill depends on the size

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Energy Storage lifespan
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Lifespan of Home Energy Storage System

What is the expected Energy Storage lifespan? Home energy storage, on average last around 20 years. Energy storage companies are providing 10 years of warranty for storage solutions. Some companies are giving a warranty on the number of charges and discharges. Various types of home solar batteries are: Lead-acid Batteries

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Electric vehicles to dominate roads in future

We can see the increasing demand for Electric vehicles in future With a hue and cry for a clean environment. In 2019 EVs made only 0.6 percent of new car sales. Comparing to combustion engine vehicles, this is much less. There is a change in trend as the number of

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Energy Conservation Day 2020
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Energy Conservation Day 2020

Energy Conservation Day is celebrated by people all over the world on the 14th of December. The goal is to help society to reduce the amount of power it consumes. The actual meaning of energy conservation is to avoid unnecessary use of energy and to use the least energy so

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Australia expects to become world’s biggest VPP by 2021

Founded in 2014, the Melbourne-based Solar Service Group is Australia’s leading solar battery storage installation company that has helped in the transformation of the burgeoning solar battery storage market in all the states and territories of the country. With his 20 years of experience in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and

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Hydrogen export to surge the solar future of SA

The potential for growth in the global hydrogen market is exponential. SA has already taken measures to harness its renewable energy resources. Subsequently, SA is making a move towards the generation of hydrogen for domestic and export markets. South Australia is looking to leverage its wind, sun, land, infrastructure, and

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Matt Kean to forestall climate changes

New South Wales Energy Minister Matt Kean states that those who hamper the global transition from fossil fuels are actually standing in the way of the power of economics and technological progress of the country. There are many who tries to put off or rather slow down Australia’s plan to

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Whole of System Plan to transform WA’s energy landscape

The Western Australian energy sector is undergoing an unprecedented change. Energy Transformation Taskforce has developed a Whole of System Plan for the South West Interconnected System. This plan is to identify opportunities for a safe, reliable, and efficient power system in the future. Certainly, it provides a 20-year outlook on

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Tier1 Solar panels
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List of Tier-1 Solar Panels 2022

Tier1 Solar panels list tracks the “bankability” of solar panel manufacturers, not the quality of solar panels. Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) as a rating system to measure the creditworthiness of solar panel brands for banking and other financial institutions. Then, over the years, it has become a de facto

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Western Australia Renewable Energy Hub – Expanded to 26 GW

Recently, we reported on the 15 GW Asian Renewable Energy hub in Pilbara, Western Australia. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommended this project in May 2020. As of Oct 2020, the WA government has also granted approval for the project. The project provides enormous jobs, skills, revenue, and other opportunities for

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Solar Electricity is the King- World Energy Outlook 2020

The annual World Energy Outlook has been released for 2020 by the International Energy Agency (IEA). The IEA highlights how the Covid-19 pandemic has shocked the energy industry in 2020. There will be a 5% drop in energy demand – mainly oil and coal – in 2020 leading to a

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Prof Chem Nayar
Press Release

Leading the way in Sustainable Technology

Established in 2003 by Curtin University Emeritus Professor Chem Nayar, Regen Power is a Canning Value-based Western Australian solar company. The company providing renewable energy products and services not only in WA but also in all Australian capital cities. Most importantly, Regen Power provides solar systems for residential, commercial purposes.

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Business News 40Under40 Awards, 2020

Nikhil Jayaraj, Managing Director of Regen Power Pty Ltd was named as a winner of the Business News 40under40 Awards. The 40under40 awards identify only top business achievers in WA but also find out how they excel in the business categories. These business categories is across a diverse mix of

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A Look Through the Solar Windows and Perovskite Solar Cells

Despite the current efforts, climate change is inevitable and irreversible at the current pace of human development. United Nation foresee circular economy – “an economy in which waste and pollution do not exist by design, products and materials are kept in use, and natural systems are regenerated” – as integral to

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Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme
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WA Government launches Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme

The West Australian  Government announced on 31 August 2020 that the existing Renewable Energy Buyback Scheme (REBS) will be replaced by the Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme (DEBS). It is available to eligible residential, not-for profit and education customers and offers a buyback rate for electricity exported back into the network,

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60 MW Floating Solar on the Tengeh Reservoir

Conventional renewable energy farms like solar and wind need space – a lot of it. This important factor places a bottleneck on the green energy ambitions of Singapore, an island state with a population of 5.63 million and a land area of 724 sq. km. The high levels of urbanization

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Solar Panel Recycling
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NSW Grants to Increase Solar Panel Recycling and Reuse

The good news is that  NSW Grants to Increase Solar Panel Recycling, high value mixed metal dust annually, with plans to increase their facilities, and intake ability, moving forward. Solar panels provide a sustainable energy option for us. At present, it is one of the cheapest and easily deployable energy

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Low Energy Light Can Increase Efficiency of Solar Cells

At present, most of the commercially available single-sided solar cells can convert sunlight to energy at an average efficiency of around 21%. This is very low. For comparison, internal combustion engines convert fossil fuel to power at an efficiency above 35%. Thus, there is a lot more potential when it

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Potential for Clean Energy Jobs amidst Economic Slowdown

So far, the year 2020 has been arduous for the Australian economy. Events like Black Summer Bushfires and the Covid-19 pandemic also had a high toll on job market. A map to green and sustainable economic recovery becomes crucial at these times. New modelling by Accenture’s Alphabeta finds that a

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Jinko Tiger Pro Series
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Jinko Solar New Solar Cell Record and Tiger Pro Series

Jinko Solar is one of the largest solar cell manufacturers globally. They serve over 100 countries and possesses a vertically integrated solar product chain with an annual capacity of 16GW of solar modules.  Their R&D investment has consistently increased over the past decade. As of July 2020, they posted another

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sungrow inverters
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100% Renewables Commitment of Sungrow Inverters

Sungrow is one of the largest manufacturer and exporter (to over 60 countries) of solar PV inverters. They have over 100 GW of inverter installations worldwide and 30% market share in south-east Asia. Due to their reliability and competitive pricing, they are very popular in Australia and Europe as well.

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Standards for Solar PV, Battery Storage & Electric Vehicles

The uptake of rooftop solar systems, battery storage and electric vehicles continues to rise in Australia. The country is expected to connect about 12 GW of rooftop solar systems to the national electricity market (NEM) by 2025 – one of the highest in the world. The distributed PV can reach

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renewable energy hub
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15 GW Renewable Energy Hub in Pilbara, WA

There are a large number of ongoing high capacity wind energy and solar-PV projects in Australia. As reported previously, the Asian Renewable Energy Hub is such a 15 GW project (2 GW solar + 12 GW wind energy from 1,700 Vestas turbines) that was in planning stages since 2014 in

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Press Release

Financial Times High-Growth Companies in Asia-Pacific 2020

We are proud to announce that Regen Power has been ranked as a High-Growth Company for Asia-Pacific 2020 by the Financial Times 500 Rankings. Financial Times along with its research partner Statista compiled this  list of fast-growing companies in the Asia-Pacific . Companies from India, Japan, Australia and Singapore dominate the

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Coronavirus Precautions – On the Day of Solar Panel Installation

In line with current World Health Organisation and government recommendations surrounding the Coronavirus outbreak, REGEN POWER is taking some basic precautions to protect our customers and staff. Our Installers will be taking the following coronavirus precautions whilst in customers’ property: keep installers and apprentices into dedicated, small teams for the

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2020 AFR 100 List
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Regen Power ranked in the 2020 Australian Financial Review Fast 100 List

Regen power achieves a growth rates of 50% to clinch itself a position in the prestigious AFR Fast 100 list. Regen Power, Western Australia’s  most popular renewable energy engineering company , is proud to be ranked amongst the Australian Financial Review Fast 100 companies in Australia.  Regen is ranked at

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500W Rooftop Solar panels with 21% Max Efficiency

Solar Panel modules with a capacity of above 300W are fairly common in the industry today. They are economic and efficient for both residential and commercial purposes. However, increase in module capacity can have numerous benefits – reduced maintenance, handling and system costs, to name a few. However, as of

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Tesla Powerwall for Australian Homeowners
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Tesla Powerwall for Australian Homeowners in 2020

Tesla Powerwall for home is a popular solar storage solution worldwide. Powerwall’s reliability, performance, and aesthetics have played a major role in its status in the market. Powerwall has enhanced features and is also compatible with existing solar panels. In this article, we review some of the important features of

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Sofocle and Regen Power
Press Release

Sofocle & Regen Forge Partnership to Transform Energy Solutions

Sofocle and Regen Power today announced an exclusive partnership that teams the market-leading strengths of each company to transform power and energy industry through a new class of Blockchain based Peer to Peer (P2P) solutions. This brings Sofocle’s Blockchain and Software innovation capabilities to Regen’s ground breaking renewable energy supply

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A Glance at Australia’s Renewables Industry in 2020

It’s a new year, and a more exciting decade for renewables industry. As a country, we are one step closer towards our renewable energy targets. As per a new research article by Stanford, the country needs another 280GW of solar power for an economy that is fueled by non-fossil power.

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Rising Stars Award 2019
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Energy Innovator Awards 2019

Amidst global warming and climate change, energy sector has become crucial and a rapidly evolving industry. The Energy Innovator Awards is an initiative by the Corporate Vision (CV) magazine that showcases its importance and value of the sector. It highlights companies and firms that push the boundaries in global energy

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Solar Car Race in Australian Outbacks – Solar Challenge 2019

Solar power has become a widely adopted technology globally. Over the past decade, it matured; lowering prices and increasing yearly adoption rate. In Europe and Australia, PV power generation has become cheaper than traditional fuel plants. This contributes significantly to our efforts in reducing global carbon dioxide emissions. However, to

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south australia experiences negative pricing
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South Australia experiences Negative Pricing – Solar Farm Switched Off

In the beginning, investment in renewable energy technology was frowned upon with heavy skepticism stemming from its long-term reliability. Fossil fuels and nuclear were always considered to be the most-stable forms of energy infrastructure systems. However, as usual, the technology evolved and matured, and now we are beginning to see

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Ongoing Renewable Energy Projects of ARENA Australia – October 2019

When the term renewable energy projects come up, nowadays, in Australia at least, it is synonymous with solar. However, it might be surprising to know that, in fact, Solar contributes only about 10% of the overall renewable energy capacity in the country. The predominant option is still hydroelectric power. Here

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regen power solar installer awards over the years
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Regen Power Solar Industry Awards – From 2010 to 2019

Established in 2003, Regen Power has completed more than 20,000 residential installations in Perth and Brisbane. Regen’s contribution was instrumental in commercializing the renewable energy power systems to the regular WA and QLD households at affordable prices. From 10kW to 500kW, the company’s commercial solar portfolio expands over 10 countries.

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Sydney Uses Smart Solar Garbage Bins

Australia has a very active tourism industry attracting millions annually. Tourism, lifestyle and other economic activities generate about 48 million tons of solid waste every year. At present, the country mainly uses landfills and resource recovery facilities. The later involves composting, thermal treatments and mechanical-biological treatment systems. Efficient and quick

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The Status of Victoria Solar Rebates Scheme

Towards the end of August 2019, the Labor government increased the number of solar rebates in Victoria by three times. This was in response to criticism that the previous rebates level (3,333 with a value of $2,225) restricted the growth of PV market as compared to other states; bankrupting small-scale

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MoU Between Regen Power & Politcknik Ncgcri Malang, Indonesia

Effective for a period of 5 years, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was made on 29 August between Regen Power and Politcknik Ncgcri Malang, Indonesia. This is to facilitate in order to enhance mutual collaboration and bilateral collaboration in the areas of: a) Transfer of Knowledge, Science and Technology b) Production and Services

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Horns Rev 3 – The Largest Offshore Wind Farm in Scandinavia

The renewable energy uptake surge is not exclusive to Australia. Even western European countries and Scandinavia invests heavily in solar and wind power farms. The former has comparatively lower energy output owing to the low average sunshine in this region. As a result, large solar subsidies for residential and small-scale

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Australia National Electricity Market Update (NEM) – Q2 2019

From local weather to electricity generation of national electricity market (NEM), the second quarter of 2019 brought in some “different-than-usual” changes. The climate was warmer than the previous 10-year average and the east coast registered very low rainfalls. This led to lower heating requirements throughout the country. Except for Adelaide, heating

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Western Australia’s Electricity Market Summary – Q2 2019

The second quarter of 2019 saw an average increase in power generation from wind and large-scale solar by 90MW and 10.9MW respectively. The coal power production dropped by 7% during the peak demand periods of day time. In addition, Rooftop PV contribution jumped to 19.4MW. This increase is mainly due

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The Largest Wind Power Farm in Africa

The stigma that alternate energy is only possible for first-world countries is changing rapidly. As of 2019, most developing and under developed nations have set some type of renewable energy target in their annual budget.  This is mainly because, for solar and wind, the commercialization cost per unit power production is at

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Powering Singapore through Australia – The Sun Cable Project

As of 2019, the share of Australia’s renewables is increasing mainly due to the consistent uptake of solar power in the residential and commercial sector. This is a well known fact. However, the concept of “energy as export” from the country. The Sun Cable solar project in Northern Territory is

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List of Tier-1 Solar Panels July 2019

Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) tracks the “bankability” of solar panel manufacturers through their tier-1 panel lists. It started as a rating system to measure the credit worthiness of solar panel brands for the banking and other financial institutions. Then, over the years, it has become a de facto marketing strategy for advertisements

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Largest Solar and Battery Storage Plant in Australia

The rank of the “largest solar farm” in Australia keeps on changing due to accelerated uptake of solar Pv technology in the commercial and utility-scale level. This condition is the same globally as well.  For example, the rank of world’s largest floating solar power plant was initially held by South

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Vietnam Solar Farm
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49.5 MW Solar Farm project at QUANG TRI, VIETNAM

Regen Power – Team Sustain JV has successfully completed its Scope of Work as agreed in the Engineering, Procurement and Construction Oversight Services Agreement for the 49.5MW Solar Farm project at Gio Linh, Gio Thanh Dist., Quang Tri Prov., Vietnam. The plant has a total capacity of 49.5 Megawatts and

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1.8 GW Canadian Bifacial Solar Panel Procurement

Solar panel technology is constantly evolving since it penetrated the consumer electronics domain in the past 5 years. One of the prominent innovations that is picking up traction is the bifacial technology – generate power from both sides of a module. These modules can produce more specific power per unit

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Intersolar Awards 2019 – Finalists and Winners in Solar Technology

In the world of  consumer technology, there are annual exhibitions targeted to bring together the stakeholders of a particular classification, like Mobile World COngress for handheld devices and CES for consumer electronics. The solar industry is at its peak throughout the world. With billions of dollars in investment, from governments to

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Renewables Drops South Australia Electricity Prices Below Zero

The state of South Australia has one of the fastest adoption of renewables – wind and solar – after Queensland and NSW. The consistency of these renewable systems have also been in question in the past during power outages and the 2016 blackouts. This Tuesday, the south Australia electricity prices

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Q-Cells Q.Peak Duo-G6 – New Half Cell PERC Modules

Based in Seoul and Thalheim (Germany), Hanwha Q Cells is one of the largest suppliers of solar PV panels in Australia. With manufacturing facilities in over 3 continents, they offer a wide variety of other PV systems and products. Listed as a FORTUNE Global 500 firm, they have a large

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Solar PV Jobs in Australia Increases by 28% in 2019

Since the industrial revolution, adoption of some technologies were so prominent that they gradually integrated into our social lifestyle. IC engines, mobile phones, computers are few such examples. One such recent technology evolution is the rooftop PV system. A decade earlier, rooftop PV were a luxury; end-users (residential or commercial) had to evaluate

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New 49.5 MW Vietnam Solar Farm in Quảng Trị

Regen Power is proud to be associated with solar farm developer, Finance International Pty Ltd , as Owner’s Engineer for a 49.5MWp commercial solar farm with an expected average electricity generation of 70,000 MWh/year. The US$50million solar power plant is the first of its kind solar power plant in the central province of

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St John Ambulance Off-grid Solar Power System

St John Ambulance Western Australia covers the largest landmass in the world with one single ambulance service. Regen Power is proud to be associated with St John Ambulance in designing and installing an off-grid solar power system in Tooday. Arun Muthiah from Regen Power worked with Kim Maddrell from St

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Australia Electricity Market (NEM) Q4 2018 – Share of Renewables

In the previous article, we analyzed the demand pattern and wholesale market prices in the National Energy Market (NEM) during Q4 2018. Next, we will take a look at the contribution and rate of growth of renewables during this timeframe. Renewable energy (solar and hydro) is evolving to become more

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Australia Electricity Market (NEM) Q4 2018 – Demand & Wholesale Price

The electricity market of Australia is constantly shifting since the beginning of solar revolution. The contribution of renewables, peak demand, are now changing quarterly due to shifts in the market. In the last quarter of 2018, the country experienced weathers that are warmer than the previous 10 year average., except in

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Solar Space Farm – Building a PV Array in Geosynchronous Orbit

Solar energy uptake is seeing a large surge throughout the world – mainly in US, Australia and China. PV panels are pushing technological boundaries to achieve higher mass-production panel efficiency.  As of now, around 22-24% is the highest efficiency of a commercially available solar cell. However, the power generation still depends

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Corporate Clean Energy Adoption 2018 – A 40% Increase

One of the crucial requirements in achieving global clean energy regulations and targets is for corporations and utilities to transition to renewable energy along with the residential sector. In 2018, corporations bought about 13GW of green energy (solar and wind). This is almost double the level in 2017. They are

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Melbourne reaches Renewable Energy Milestone – 100% Clean Power

Last year was phenomenal for renewable energy uptake in the country. Various new projects were approved and commissioned in all states. As usual, Queensland and South Australia led the charge in reshaping the Australian energy landscape through their respective renewable energy targets (RET). This year also seems very favorable to

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South Australia Home Battery Scheme – 100 Installations Milestone

SA solar market is in a transient state since the Government’s announcement of the South Australia Home Battery scheme. Launched in October 2018, estimates place the venture to return thousands of battery adoptions by the end of this year. The scheme includes prominent battery brands like LG Chem, BYD, Sonnen, Tesla,

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Darlington Point Solar Project Has 333MW Canadian Modules

Canadian Solar is a household name in the Australian residential community. They are one of the biggest suppliers of PV modules in the world. An infrastructure of global R&D departments, 8500 employees and 20+ global offices enables them to provide committed after-sales support in 6 continents. This is one of

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Why choose Mono PERC panels for your rooftop solar system?

mono PERC panels are used for rooftop solar systems because of their high efficiency. Even though it is costlier than other types of solar panels, mono PERC panels are good for residential and commercial rooftop solar system Monocrystalline cells (Mono) are manufactured from single silicon crystals. They have high efficiency,

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Why Canadian Solar is one of the best solar panel brand in Australia?

A premium PV module manufacturer, Canadian Solar has shipped over 25GW of panels since 2001. With over 12,000 employees worldwide, Canadian Solar is a leading premium solar panel company. The company, publicly traded as NASDAW: CSIQ, manufacturers tier-1 solar PV modules and provides turn-key solar power solutions. They have widespread

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Completion of The World’s First Grid Connected Wind-Solar-Battery Park

In Aug 2018, we reported the installation of 3.6MW turbine in the Kennedy Energy park located in Flinders Shire. The installation of this Vestas V136 turbine pushed the project one step closer to becoming the world’s first grid connected wind-solar-battery park (hybrid renewable energy system). On Dec 13, WindLab confirmed

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Australian Solar Capacity has 61GW Rooftop Solar Potential

As of 2018, a total of 6GW residential solar systems are installed in the country. So, what is the total Australian solar capacity? In fact, the collaborative study by University of NSW, Australian PV Institute and Solar Citizens tackles this question. Currently, the country leads in global household PV system

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148 MW Cameby Solar Farm in Western Downs Council

Queensland is well known for being the leader in the Australian solar revolution. With a high solar irradiation, the region of Western Downs has significant acclaim for its pro-solar movement.  On last Thursday, Cameby solar farm received approval from the council. This is the 15th large-scale solar project that showcases

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Wind and Solar are the Cheapest Bulk Energy System

As per the latest Bloomberg report, the world electricity demand will increase to 38,700 terawatt-hours by 2050. This is approximately 54% increase from 2017. The major contribution in this increase will be from the developing economies due to their population and GDP growth. However, the developed nations will only contribute

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Queensland Solar Feed-in Tariff Report | Regen Power

Over the years, the concept of feed-in tariffs has become pretty clear to the public. After on-site use, we get paid for the excess energy that our rooftop PV system produces and export to the grid. During the beginning of the solar revolution in Australia, the high feed-in tariff was

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Solar Chernobyl - Nuclear Fallout to Renewable Energy Hub
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Solar Chernobyl – Nuclear Fallout to Renewable Energy Emergence

It was just 38 years back, Chernobyl, a city in the Ivankiv Raion of Ukraine, became a world stage for the ill-effects of nuclear power generation. The malfunction due to various reasons like design flaws, inadequate personnel training resulted in an explosion at reactor 4. Over the years, the ensuing

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Renewable Off-Grid vs Diesel Micro Grid

Mining is an extremely energy intensive process and is a cornerstone for the modern industries. After labor, power requirement (electricity) forms the majority of the operational expenses – roughly 20 to 25%. In the recent mining crisis, there is a significantly higher pressure on commodity sales prices. As a result,

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Bifacial Solar Panels Technology – Emergence & Evolution

Roughly speaking, the traditional solar cell technology in mass production includes the monocrystalline and polycrystalline varieties. Thin Film still remains as the tertiary option owing to its efficiency-price-space ratio – more about it in a bit. There are other classifications based on the manufacturing processes and the materials in use. However,

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Electrical Installation Wiring Rules for PV Solar Installers – Updates

Updated Electrical Installation Wiring Rules for PV Solar Installers (AS/NZS 3000:2018) includes changes to reflect new technologies, equipment, and installation techniques. This article explores some of the most significant changes that will impact Australian electrical PV Solar Installations. There is a six-month transition period from 26 June 2018 to January

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Kennedy Energy Park – A Step Closer With Turbine Installation

On Monday (20th Aug), the last steps in the installation of 3.6MW turbine was completed in Flinders Shire (Queensland). Having blades of 67 meters and a 136 meter rotor. this is one of the twelve similar capacity Vestas V136 that constitutes this project. With this, we are a step closer

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Collinsville Solar Farm Switches On – Replacing Coal

On May 2017, plans to replace the Collinsville coal plant with a solar farm was put into effect. The project had a $60 million investment through the Large-Scale Solar Program of Clean Energy Finance (CEFC). This initiative of CEFC has a total value and capacity  of $900 million and 400MW

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Reliability Frameworks Review – AEMC Recommendations

On July 27, AEMC published its review of electricity supply-demand structure in the country. With the rapidly evolving generation landscape, Reliability Frameworks Review, which started on July 2017, provides a series of recommendations to improve the reliability (demand response and network capacity) of energy supply, consumer affordability, and transparency in

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Australian Energy Market Trend

In its latest electricity trends report, the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) predicts prices across the country will rise sharply in the first quarter of 2018, before falling by 6.2% annually (on average) over the next two years. This is mainly due to the falling wholesale energy costs in every

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Clean Energy Growth in Australia – June 2018

Constituting 18% of the total annual electricity generation, the current clean energy growth trend in Australia is exponential. In 2017 alone, 700MW of renewable energy was connected to the grid. This translates to a record breaking investment of USD 9 billion. Hydro, wind and solar constitutes the largest share of

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Western Australia Electricity Price Hike – July 2018

WA is one of the Australian states that has the highest solar power adoption rate. State treasurer Ben Wyatt has announced that, as of July 2018, there will be a 7% Western Australia electricity price hike. This translates to  28.32 cents per unit. The forecasts by Australia Energy Market Commission

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AC Coupled Solar System with Battery Charge

Setting up a battery energy storage system for specific behavior requires considerable knowledge of battery programming and available technology. AC coupled systems are most popular and use a common solar inverter coupled to a multi-mode inverter or inverter/charger to charge the battery. Although simple to setup and very powerful they

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Climate Change Causes Artic Amplification

One of the main reasons behind the Renewable Energy Target of many countries is global climate change and associated  ecosystem disruptions. Since industrial revolution, climate change has been an unavoidable side effect of our technological advancement due to the consumption of fossil fuels. However, with solar and other renewable energy

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Battery Management Systems (BMS)

Battery Management Systems (BMS) plays a critical role in most new energy storage technology. The role of the BMS is to Facilitate the safe charging and discharging of lithium ion batteries; Gather and analyse data to increase operational performance and cell longevity; Forecast throughput and capacity attenuation given variable battery

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Commercial Solar Growth and Trend in Australia

Commercial solar systems help businesses minimize their energy costs. This savings over lifespan of the system completely justifies the initial outlay. Since 2013, the number of businesses installing PV systems are exponentially increasing in the country, that there are companies, which solely focuses on commercial power solutions. Investments in solar

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Fronius Water Heater – OhmPilot

Based in Austria, Fronius International is active in the fields of photovoltaics and welding technology. Founded in 1945, as of 2015, Fronius has subsidiaries in over 60 countries and 3500+ employees. Fronius Inverter is one of the biggest names in the Australian solar market. Their Primo and Symo series have

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Commercial Solar Power Solutions in Western Australia

Commercial solar systems enable businesses to minimize operational costs and recover its initial outlay usually within 2-3 years. After that, the long life of PV systems becomes a lucrative OpEx offset mechanism. Commercial solar power forms a majority portion of our overall Renewable Energy Target (RET). It mainly consists of

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LG Chem Creates Shift in Battery Market

LG Chem batteries are one of the most affordable solar energy storage solutions available to residential and commercial consumers in Australia. Their long term warranty and affordability ensures better ROI as opposed to other expensive alternatives like Tesla. LGI (investment arm of LG Corp) is one of the biggest lithium-ion

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CEC Accreditation for Solar PV Installation

Since 2009, the attainment of CEC accreditation for installation of Solar PV systems has been the standard for the industry because of its ties to the Federal Government’s small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES). Distributed Network Service Providers (DNSPs) soon followed suit to include CEC accreditation in their application to correlate

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Wind and Solar Energy Forecast

Technology innovation and lucrative incentives/rebates have pushed renewable energy adoption to an all-time high in the country. As per the Green Energy Markets report, renewables generated more power than brown coal in Australia during the summer of 2017. Remarkably, the contribution of rooftop solar is higher than the now defunct

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Shared Energy Storage in Western Australia

Solar battery market has existed in the mainstream since 2010. However, it started picking up traction from late 2016 due to the tumbling prices and higher grid costs. Battery-ready solar PV systems are already prevalent to cater to the homeowners who wish to future proof their investments. In addition, competitive

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Maximum Size of Rooftop Solar

Since solar revolution in the country, the average size of rooftop solar systems are increasing yearly. This can be mainly attributed to the decreasing panel prices and improving dissemination of solar technology. As reported previously, 2018 has already shattered records when it comes to the number of solar systems installed.

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Solar PV Battery – Sales Surge in Australia

Since the Australian solar revolution half a decade earlier, rooftop solar systems are becoming a household norm these days. It has provided the average homeowner a way to minimize their grid dependency. However, total grid independency has always evaded the average family due to the high solar PV battery cost

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ASBEC Report – Mandatory Solar PV in Households

There are a large number of economic solar PV options available to the average Australian home owner. Considering this, it is not surprising that the Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC) report on the “building code energy performance” validates the financial attractiveness of solar PV in households. In addition, this

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Rooftop PV Sales Record in Australia

Rooftop PV sales started gaining traction in the late 2011. Cheaper module prices and steeper grid costs have elevated market growth since then. January 2018 saw 111MW residential solar installations in the country. The solar energy council estimates the total capacity of the nation to exceed 7GW by 2018. Currently,

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Canadian Solar undertakes 1.14GWp Solar Project

In the race to achieve the 2020 renewable energy target, large-scale energy sector is in a rampant transition to solar power. As a result, overseas investors are rushing to the market. Last week, Canadian Solar announced their plans to  co-develop a 1.14 GWp solar project in New South Wales (NSW).

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World’s Largest Floating Solar Plant

Floating PV systems have many benefits – optimal space utilization, better performance, minimized algae growth in water bodies etc. Consequently, this technology was initially popular among  island nations due to their smaller landmass  Floating systems utilize the same technology as their landmass counterparts. . They can be deployed in lakes and

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List of Tier-1 Solar Panels – August 2017

The Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) ranking system has become the industry standard in classifying solar panel manufacturers. This classification is based on bankability and various other factors. There is a widespread debate among retailers and enthusiasts on whether the tier system correlates to the performance and reliability of a

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Isolated Power Systems Connect Conference (IPSC-2017)

Regen Power was a sponsor for the Isolated Power Systems Connect Conference (IPSC-2017) held in Rottnest Island, Western Australia. The conference took place between the 13 and 17 of November 2017. The conference consisted of a two day professional development course (Nov 13 and 14), followed by a two day

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Queensland’s Renewable Energy Landscape

Closed in 2001, Queensland’s Kidston Gold mine, is now a hybrid energy farm – solar plant  and pumped storage hydro station. The site is about 270 km from Townsville, near Georgetown. Queensland is one of the forerunners of solar power uptake in the country. The state brought over a billion dollar of

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South Australia Needs Fast-Response Power Plant

South Australia is a forerunner in renewable energy technology when it comes to solar power adoption. It receives half of its electricity from wind and solar systems.  A recent AEMO (Australian Energy Market Operator) report shows that about 9.2% of the electricity generated in 2016 were from small-scale rooftop PV

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500kW Floating Solar Power Plant

Kerala State with large stretches of water bodies has huge potential for floating photovoltaic systems. Regen power is a consortia member undertaking the design, installation and commissioning of a 500 kWp Grid Interactive Floating Solar Power Plant for Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) in the Banasurasagar dam in Wayanad- the first

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Solar Cars

With the current boom in  solar power system uptake in Western Australia, it is worth wondering when this renewable energy option will shift to the automotive industry. Currently most electric vehicles make use of fuel cells, or hybrid engines. However, a solar car which draws its fuel as we drive

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Solar Paint – Energy from Brick Walls

There are lot of technologies to look forward to, when it comes to economizing the residential solar system market. We have come a long way from the first solar panel modules which went online back in the early 2000s. Tesla unveiled solar roofs this year; and now researchers,  Professor Kourosh

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Solar Power Trading – Here is how it works.

Solar Industry The solar power and renewable energy industry as a whole is growing throughout the world. With countries like Australia, Germany and India setting ambitious renewable energy targets, solar power is our future. Initially we started with solar power systems less than 1kW. Now we have 5 and 6kW

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Printed Solar Panels and Solar Power Wagin

In this week’s update we have some exciting news coming from across the globe and Western Australia. We will be going through the ground breaking innovation of printed solar panels and one of Regen Power’s custom designed hybrid solar power system in Wagin. Printed Solar Panels As cheap as $10

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Solar State Queensland – Solar Becomes Largest Power Station

One of the most populous states in Australia, Queensland, with a coast stretching for over 7000 kilometers, is known for many things. Fast paced residential solar power adoption is one of these. Over the past few years the state has seen an accelerated solar power uptake by the homeowners. Queensland’s

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Grass Valley WA
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Off Grid Residential Solar Power System – Grass Valley, WA

Grass Valley is a small town site about 110 km  east of Perth, Western Australia in the Avon Valley area.  Greg and Lizzie, a retired couple, decided to switch over to solar to power their modest home in the 100 acre property. Grid power was not available in the location

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Solar Power Installation in SWER Electric Distribution system

Single Wire Earth Return Distribution System Because of Australia’s unique position of having a vast terrain to serve with very low population densities, the cost of universal 3 phase distribution has been prohibitive.  Hence much of rural Australia is supported by a Single Wire Earth Return (SWER) system to deliver

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5 kW Solar System Perth – More Value for Money

5 kW Solar System – What is it? Perth is one of the most geographically suited cities in Australia for residential solar system uptake. Most solar power system installers in the city offers 3,5 and 6 kw of standard solar system packages. A 5 kw pv system that Regen Power

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Western Australia sees record growth in solar panel installations

As of 2017, more than 220,000 houses in Western Australia have solar panels installed. In the last quarter of 2016 Western Australia witnessed a 33% increase in residential rooftop solar panel installations. As reported by ABC, with suburbs like Armadale and Mandura taking the leadership role, this adoption rate has

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Hybrid Energy Hub in Flinders Island

Located in the Bass Strait, Flinders island is a Tasmanian community. This off-grid locality is completely dependant on its  3MW diesel power plant. This power station serves 6.7 GWh of annual consumer demand that peaks at 1.3 MW. Since early 2015, Hydro Tasmania, the state-owned utility, has been working on

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Australia’s Curtin University is now ranked 302 in the world

Australia’s Curtin University is now ranked 302 in the world on the University Ranking by Academic Performance (URAP), up 33 places from 335 last year, and remains in ninth position nationally. This research based ranking system considers quality, quantity and impact of publications as well as international collaboration through six

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Prof Chem Nayar, Erudite Scholar at Cochin University

Prof Chem Nayar, Emeritus Professor, Curtin University and Managing Director, Regen Power has been named as the Erudite Scholar at the Division of Electrical Engineering, School of Engineering Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT). The Erudite Program of the Higher Education Council, Government of Kerala, India brings in distinguished

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Balladonia Motel Goes Solar

Balladonia is a small roadhouse community located on the Eyre Highway in Western Australia. It is the first stop east of Norseman on the long journey east across the Nullarbor Plain. Between Balladonia and Caiguna is a 146-kilometre stretch of the highway which is one of the longest straight stretches

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500kW Floating Solar Power Plant, Kerala, India.

The state of Kerala, India, with large stretches of water bodies has huge potential for floating photovoltaic systems. The Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd (KSEBL) has awarded a 500 kWp Floating Grid Interactive Solar Photovoltaic Power Project in the Banasurasagar dam in Wayanad to a consortia led by Adtech Systems

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International Mining and Resources Conference in Melbourne

Regen Power participated at the International Mining and Resources Conference and Exhibition (IMARC) held in Melbourne from 23-25 September 2014. As one of the Finalists of the Australian Technology Competition, Regen was invited to present on its patented Solar Hybridgen technology and its value proposition to remote mining communities. The

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Regen reaches Finals in the Australian Technologies Competition

Regen Power together with Curtin University , AICA Engineering Pty Ltd and Express Solar Pty Ltd has been awarded an Australian Research Council Linkage Grant, with a total project funding of $326,000. The ARC Linkage Projects scheme supports collaborative research and development projects between higher education organisations and other organisations,

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Australian Research Council (ARC) announces $326,000 funding

Regen Power together with Curtin University, AICA Engineering Pty Ltd, and Express Solar Pty Ltd has been awarded an Australian Research Council Linkage Grant, with a total project funding of $326,000. The ARC Linkage Projects scheme supports collaborative research and development projects between higher education organisations and other organisations, including

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Renewables: Wind, Water, and Solar | Regen Power

Renewables: Wind, Water, and Solar (www.jrenewables.com) published by will provide a multidisciplinary and international forum for the rapid dissemination of knowledge of the various ideas, products, technologies, discussions of policy and regulatory issues that affect renewable energy technologies and their implementation. The journal will serve as a forum for specialists

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Regen gets to semi-finalise in Australian Technologies Competition

Regen power is pleased to announce that it has been shortlisted as one of the Semi-Finalists for the Australian Technologies Competition(ATC) business accelerator program. Regen designed and developed a fully integrated innovative Hybrid Power Pack (Hybridgen) with variable speed diesel generator, solar/wind and battery pack with load management and control

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The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

One of the Australian Solar industry’s favourite and highly respected presentations is “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” in relation to solar installations Australia wide. This presentation was put together by GSES- the respected consultancy firm that inspect systems internationally, and they have selected a BTS project to present.

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The Third International Conference on Harnessing Technology

Call for Papers to be presented at The Third International Conference on Harnessing Technology Organized by the Caledonian College of Engineering will be held on 2nd and 3rd of December, 2013 at Grand Hyatt Hotel, Muscat (Sultanate of Oman) The purpose of this conference is to focus on practical solutions

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Sun shines on Canning Vale

Article published in Canning Vale Newspaper A Canning Vale local newspaper has published an article featuring Prof. Chem Nayar, Managing Director, Regen Power. Prof. Nayar discusses why solar power is fast becoming popular and how Canning Vale is among the top 10 suburbs in Australia for the installation of solar

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Launching Regen Power Pacific Ltd. in Taupo, NZ

Regen Power, renowned for innovation in the field of renewable energy in Australia, has now established a sister company – Regen Power Pacific Ltd (RPPL) – in New Zealand to facilitate both grid connected and off-grid renewable energy market development across the country and neighbouring island nations. Read more

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Sustainable Power in Pulau Ubin, Singapore | Regen Power

About 30 businesses and residents have signed up for a pilot project in Pulau Ubin, Singapore, which gives them 24-hr power, utilizing the sun and bio-diesel. The micro-grid pilot project will bring cleaner and cheaper electricity with improved scalability and reliability for both residents and businesses at Pulau Ubin. Previously,

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Sustainable Energy Industry Association Media Release

Sustainable Energy Industry Association Media Release , 8 August 2013 The WA State Government’s announcement that the residential solar feed in tariff rate will be dramatically cut is disappointing, regressive and a massive betrayal of public trust, the Sustainable Energy Association (www.seaaus.com.au) said today. As part of its budget announcement

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Solar Hybrid Power Generation Systems for Rural Applications

Solar Hybrid Power Generation Systems for Rural Applications Article featured in Solar Progress Magazine – October edition Dr. Chem Nayar explains how smart hybrid energy systems, which link renewable energy technologies with diesel generators, inverters and batteries, can provide cleaner and more cost-efficient grid quality power to remote locations. Read

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Australian Solar Institute (ASI) funded Work Experience

Australian Solar Institute (ASI) funded Work Experience Opportunity for project work related to Remote Area Solar Hybrid Power Systems Australian Solar Institute announced funding ( $5000) to support Regen Power to provide a solar energy-related work experience positions for relevant undergraduate students Students eligible to apply include those currently enrolled

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Regional Power Savings with Hybrid Products

It is predicted there will be a 21% increase in capacity for the remote microgrid in the market by 2017, according to Regen Power.  This will increase from 349 megawatts to 1.1 gigawatts with a projected total revenue over $10 billion Read full press release

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Power up with variable speed generator | Regen Power

Diesel generators are used to power irrigation systems in remote areas. Diesel-powered pumps have the advantage of pumping water on demand, also in varying daily capacity, depending on the operating times and over high heads. View the full media release

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100kW grid connected roof top solar system in NSW

Regen signs contract to design, supply and install a 100kW grid connected roof top solar system in New South Wales Regen power proudly announces the signing of a contract to install a 100kW PV system in Smithfield, New South Wales The project will use 400xHanwha 250Watt solar modules and 6×

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Professor Chem Nayar receives ‘Career Achievement Award’

Career Achievement Award at the 22nd Australasian Universities Power Engineering Conference Professor Chem Nayar, Emeritus Professor at Curtin University and Managing Director, Regen Power Pty Ltd has been awarded a ‘Career Achievement Award’ at the 22nd Australasian Universities Power Engineering Conference held at Ramada Bintang Resort Hotel, Bali, Indonesia during

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Powering one of Australia’s remotest locations

Mr. Shaji Mathews, a PhD student of Curtin University’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is developing uninterrupted power supplies for remote locations. In conjunction with Regen Power, Mr. Mathews has designed and installed an innovative solar photovoltaic diesel hybrid system for the Veterans Retreat at Meentheena Station, 75km east

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Australia leads the world in Residential Solar Systems

In 2011, Australia installed more residential PV systems than any other country. While a number of other countries installed more PV in capacity terms – more Australian households than any other country embraced solar PV. Read the full press release

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2nd Ajman International Environment Conference | Regen Power

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, the Ajman 2nd International Environment Conference took place from 4-6 June 2012 at Sheikh Zayed Centre for Conferences and Exhibitions at the Ajman University of Science and Technology in the Emirate of Ajman, the United Arab Emirates. Professor

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Meentheena Station Veterans Retreat, Western Australia

The first remote veterans retreat in Western Australia, located about 75km east of marble bar on the Telfer road is now powered by an innovative solar photovoltaic / Diesel Hybrid System, designed, manufactured and installed by Regen Power in Canning Vale. The fully automatic hybrid power system has 32 panels,

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Higher Education

Regen Power Founder and Curtin University Emeritus Professor Chem Nayar recently delivered a keynote address at an international conference in Thiruvananthapuram, capital of India’s south-western state, Kerala. Professor Nayar recently delivered a keynote address at an international conference in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Kerala popularly known as “God’s Own Country” is

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2011 Australian Training Award

TAFE SA Regional receives Large Training Provider of the Year Award Regen Power would like to congratulate TAFE SA Regional on receiving the Large Training Provider of the Year Award 2011. This award demonstrates the quality and outstanding reputation of our TAFE partners in South Australia More information 

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Higher Education

Their achievement is helping to build a sustainable world tomorrow. Congratulations to Curtin’s Professor of Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering, Chem Nayar, and Director of the Curtin Sustainability Policy Institute, Professor Peter Newman, who received national Sustainable Energy Association (SEA) awards. Read full press release

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Sustainable energy generator scoops top eco award

Sustainable energy generator scoops top eco award A bio-diesel generator has been recognised for its contribution to the sustainable energy industry. Regen Power was awarded the Product and Technology Award by the Sustainable Energy Association of Australia (SEA) at a ceremony in Perth in March. The Mining Chronicle VOL. 16,

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Curtin sustainable energy research honoured

Curtin Department of Electrical Engineering academic, Professor Chem Nayar, was recently honoured at the Sustainable Energy Awards for his long-standing contribution and commitment to excellence in sustainability research.

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Power for remote mining camps & resorts | Regen Power

Eco Beach Wilderness Resort in Broome now runs a turn-key solar/PV/diesel hybrid power system, delivered by Regen Power, which has been involved in several off-grid systems in Australia, South Asia and South East Asia. Read full press release

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Regen Power – The future is solar

In 2003, Regen was incorporated by the professor as an offshoot from the university providing a home for the professor and his students to engage in the research, development and commercialization of renewable energy technologies. Read more

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SEA Award Winner

We are the winners of 2 categories of the Sustainable Energy Industry Excellence and Innovation Awards 2011: 1) Ambassador AwardProfessor Chem Nayar, Regen Founder and Director Award description: Awarded to an outstanding individual that has, through philosophy, attitude, behaviour and action shown commitment and leadership in the areas of sustainable energy,

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