SolarQuotes TV Ep. 2 – EV Taxes, Electricity Prices, New Panels + More

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Australian governments putting the handbrake on EVs, we meet an Aussie adventurer with a taste for the finer things, South Australia goes from zero to hero with power prices, say hello to what is possibly the most powerful home solar panel to hit the Australian market to date, plus much more in SolarQuotes TV Episode 2!

Episode summary:

This Week In Solar – EVs And A Taxing Situation

0:28 – Some Australian states are to implement a road usage tax on electric vehicles – it’s terrible politics, terrible policy and terrible economics says Finn.

“Australia has the worst electric car uptake in the developed world. If you slug a tax on electric cars, you’re going to reduce that uptake even more.”

Finn notes the road usage taxes are higher than for fuel-efficient petrol or diesel cars.

“So, you’re actually penalising people for driving a car that’s got zero emissions – it’s nuts.”

Finn compares the situation in Australia to Europe where incentives are in place to promote electric vehicle adoption.

Installer Review Of The Week – AG Solar

2:46 – The ginger ninja of reviews, Ned, has chosen customer feedback on AG Solar as the review of the week. The reviewer is very happy with the installation and electricity bill savings the solar power system is providing. While there were some minor issues, AG Solar was quick to rectify them.

“That’s another thing I think that’s really important that shows what a great installer these guys are,” says Ned. “Not every installation is perfect, but what is really important is when companies will come back and fix any issues.”

Ask Finn – Cheap Solar Power Systems

4:28 – $2,699 for a 6.6kW solar power system seems very cheap – too cheap. The old wisdom “if something seems too good to be true, it probably is” applies. Finn explains why you should be wary of cheap solar systems.

​ Ask Finn – Solar Export Issues

5:42 – Winnie had a solar power system installed a year ago and has noticed this year on really hot days, it isn’t exporting anything to the grid. Finn suggests a couple of potential causes.

​ Installer Profile – NRG Solar – Eddy May

6:47 – Eddy May from NRG Solar chats about the history of his business, his advice to solar buyers, his favourite bit of solar kit and more.

Field Test – Keeping Your Beer Cold With Solar

8:43 – Just because you’re roughing it in Australia’s great outdoors, it doesn’t mean you have to do without important creature comforts including cold beer. Finn field tests a small off-grid solar powered setup for this purpose.

Solar Tech – SunPower Maxeon 5 AC Solar Panel

12:44 – Maxeon recently announced the SunPower Maxeon 5 AC Module with factory-integrated microinverter is now available in Australia. This is probably the highest power solar panel specifically for residential applications currently available in Australia, and one of the only AC solar panels available here.

Ronald’s Wrap – Wholesale Electricity Prices Plummet

14:28​ – Renewable energy has been pushing down wholesale electricity prices across the nation. The impact is most noticeable in South Australia where renewables now account for 60% of electricity generation, taking the state from having the highest wholesale electricity prices in Australia to the lowest. Ronald and Finn chat about SA’s stunning turnaround, renewable energy’s role and the outlook for retail electricity prices.

Ronald’s Rap – Cheaper Bills

17:57 – Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, Eminem and Jay Z pale beside Ronald’s rapping capabilities.

Finn’ally – Wrap(ping) Up

19:46 – Finn announces the revival of SolarQuotes’ Instagram account – check it out here, and don’t forget to also subscribe to our Youtube channel!

Original Source: https://www.solarquotes.com.au/blog/solarquotes-tv-ep2-mb1898/