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We explain how solar power works and how it can be used to provide clean renewable power.

Establish the facts around solar power. This article explains the pros and cons of having a solar power system for your home, and how to work out the costs.

The Sun's Energy can be used in way different ways, we look at the various options available.

Solar Power systems installed at the home or office can reduce environmental impact. How solar panel systems work is described and how you and the environment benefit.

The federal government has green-lit a southern NSW project that will form a key part of its plan to connect more renewable energy to the grid.

Dr Laura Ryan's ambitious plan is one step closer, with her local council announcing it is reviewing rules that prevent owners from putting solar panels on street-facing roofs.

Dr Laura Ryan's ambitious plan is one step closer, with her local council announcing it is reviewing rules that prevent owners from putting solar panels on street-facing roofs.

Satellite imagery reveals the staggering rise of solar farms around the world in recent years. Can Australia get on board?

… By Jo Nova Here in crazy Australia, we have too many renewables, but both sides of politics still want more Here in the Renewable Crash Test Dummy Land, both sides of politics think we should use our national grid...

The Australian Energy Market Operator has announced a proposal for "emergency backstop" measures to turn down, or switch off, rooftop solar to stabilise the energy grid...

The Australian Energy Market Operator has announced a proposal for "emergency backstop" measures to turn down, or switch off, rooftop solar to stabilise the energy grid...

Redflow had political backing and a soaring ambition to sell energy storage to the world, but its $10,000 batteries regularly failed within months of installation leaving customers out of pocket.

Redflow had political backing and a soaring ambition to sell energy storage to the world, but its $10,000 batteries regularly failed within months of installation leaving customers out of pocket.

Redflow had political backing and a soaring ambition to sell energy storage to the world, but its $10,000 batteries regularly failed within months of installation leaving customers out of pocket.

The Australian Energy Market Operator wants "emergency backstop" powers to switch off or turn down rooftop solar systems in every state amid fears of a system collapse.

With the rise and rise of rooftop solar showing no signs of stopping in Australia, the market operator says "emergency" powers to control it are urgently needed.

With the rise and rise of rooftop solar showing no signs of stopping in Australia, the market operator says "emergency" powers to control it are urgently needed.

A nationwide survey by Farmers for Climate Action has found 70 per cent of residents living in areas affected by green energy projects are supportive of them.

Household clean tech set-ups like solar and batteries can mean huge savings. But what's sitting behind the meter may become the most valuable asset as a new energy market emerges.

Solar panel and system installers specialize in fitting solar systems and making sure you get the right system for your needs.

Solar Power is an important way of producing renewable power. You need to make sure you properly size your system and pick a good installer for the job.

This solar panel calculator will, given the Watt rating of a solar panel, its dimensions and number of units calculate the total power you can expect and roof space taken up...

Interactive calculator to help work out the savings from installing a solar power system and when it breaks even. Can factor in Feed in Tariffs, rising electrical bill costs and comparative investment returns.

Interactive Solar Panel Wiring Size Calculator. Makes sure your wiring is the right size for a given distance, power and voltage drop. Works in metric or imperial.

Calculate the power solar panels will generate each season based on latitude or nearest town or city worldwide. Also works out off grid energy savings of going solar powered..