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When some people think about an off-grid home, they picture a small house in the middle of nowhere with only the absolute basics: simple lighting, a tiny kitchen, and not a dishwasher or air conditioner in sight. But the reality is, many... Learn More

More than one out of every five Australian homes now have solar panels, and it’s increasing at a rate of six new solar panels every minute. It’s an incredible achievement, considering that almost all of this growth has occurred in just the... Learn More

What’s the Difference Between Lead Acid and Lithium? Physical Size and Weight Depth of Discharge (DOD) and Usable Energy Round-trip Efficiency Maintenance Requirements Lead Acid vs. Lithium, Head-to-Head How Can I Discover More About Solar Batteries?   If you’re considering batteries for... Learn More

What Is the Tesla Powerwall? How Does the Powerwall Work? Does the Powerwall Work with All Solar Inverters? How Long Does a Powerwall Last? Can the Tesla Powerwall Be Used Off-Grid? Should I Go Off-Grid if I Already Have Mains Power? Where... Learn More

Create your own off-grid power action plan… Just as we are reminded to prepare a bushfire plan, developing a contingency plan for unexpected power outages will ensure such an unfortunate event is less stressful, and power gets restored quickly and easily. Familiarising yourself with your off-grid system is vital.... Learn More