Many people have misconceptions about how solar panels work. For example, solar energy systems that generate electricity rely on sunlight — not heat.  In fact, solar panels are actually less efficient in extremely high temperatures than...

Peak and off-peak times refer to how electricity demand changes throughout the day. Peak hours are when demand and cost are the highest, while off-peak is when demand and cost are the lowest. People...

People worldwide are feeling the impact of rising electricity prices, and Aussies are no exception. Naturally, we’re all looking for ways to save money on our monthly bills. We have 11 great tips to help...

The cost of power is increasing worldwide, and Aussies are feeling it more than many. So, naturally, we’re worried about our electrical bills.  We could keep taking more money out of our budget to pay...

‘Efficient’ and ‘efficiency’ are such commonly used words that it can be easy to misunderstand their meaning when applied to specific resources and devices, such as fuel and solar panels.  Cambridge defines ‘efficient’ in two...

Photovoltaic (PV) modules — like solar panels — are essential to any renewable energy system that generates electricity from sunlight. There are countless variations of PV modules like solar panels, roof tiles, and shingles, but...

Installing solar panels, also called photovoltaics, on your home or property has many great benefits. One is the huge savings on your utility bills, while another is reliable energy independent of the grid, so...

With the rising price of electricity in Australia and climate change on everyone’s minds, more and more people are turning to solar panels, also called photovoltaics or PVs, to generate affordable and sustainable energy.  Before...