The latest news and analysis from Australia's energy industry
18 articles
Australia has 29 days of diesel reserves and fuel is secured 'into May'. That's not exactly a phrase that inspires calm. Here's what the 2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis means for ordinary Australian homeowners — and why solar and battery storage looks different now.
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A practical guide for Australian homeowners on solar retailer vs dnsp vs aemo: who controls what?. Covers key facts, costs, and how to make the right decision.
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A practical guide for Australian homeowners on how powersmarter makes money (and why that matters). Covers key facts, costs, and how to make the right decision.
3 min read · 0 commentsA practical guide for Australian homeowners on how powersmarter protects your personal data. Covers key facts, costs, and how to make the right decision.
3 min read · 0 commentsAEMO manages Australia's electricity grid. Here's what that means for homeowners with solar and batteries.
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PowerSmarter's installer vetting isn't a one-time checkbox — it's an ongoing process. Here's exactly what we check, and why it matters for your battery purchase.
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PowerSmarter's model is different from most quote sites — independent ownership, SAA-verified installers, normalised quotes. Here's exactly what that means and why it matters.
2 min read · 0 commentsNot all solar and battery comparison sites are genuinely independent. Here's what to check — including recent ownership changes at major platforms and how to spot conflicts of interest.
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Not all solar comparison platforms are what they seem. Here's a consumer-first checklist for spotting ownership conflicts, lead-selling models, and retailer ties.
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How does a home battery relate to the giant grid-scale storage projects making news in Australia? A clear explainer on what's different, what's the same, and how they complement each other.
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Large grid batteries make the news. Home batteries are what you install. Here's how they differ — and why both matter for Australia's energy future.
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Solar export limits are becoming standard across Australia. Here's why networks are implementing them — and why a battery turns this problem into an opportunity.
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