Most solar and battery calculators give you an optimistic number without showing their working. This guide does the opposite — it walks you through the calculation step by step using your actual electricity bill data, so you can understand and trust the result. What You Need Before You Start From your electricity bill: average daily…
Electric vehicles and rooftop solar are a natural combination — and in Australia in 2026, they’re increasingly being treated as a single energy system rather than two separate purchases. The maths are compelling: the same solar panels that power your home during the day can also power your car at night, provided you have the…
Hot water accounts for roughly 25% of the average Australian household’s energy bill. It’s the second-largest energy cost after heating and cooling — and it’s one where the right technology choice can save $500–$1,000 per year without any change in lifestyle. In 2026, two technologies dominate the energy-efficient hot water market: solar hot water systems…
If you have a home battery and you’re not in a Virtual Power Plant program, you’re likely leaving $300–$1,000 per year on the table. Most Australian battery owners know their system saves money by storing solar for evening use. Fewer know that the same battery can earn them additional income by helping stabilise the electricity…
The honest answer to “how much will a solar battery save me?” is: it depends. But “it depends” isn’t useful without knowing what it depends on. This guide gives you the real numbers — by state, by household size, and by usage pattern — so you can run your own calculation. The Short Answer For…
Yes — for most Australian homeowners, solar is still worth it in 2026. But the way it works has changed significantly, and whether it makes sense for your specific situation depends on factors that generic answers tend to gloss over. This guide gives you real numbers, state-by-state payback calculations, and an honest look at when…
