Hi, I don't have PVs personally but I'm currently studying for a Diploma Renewable Energy so have been doing some research on the subject. The most important thing to do is to determine your energy requirements - work out what you can run on 12V & what needs AC (through an inverter). The lower you get it, the cheaper your system will be.

Any commercial RE business will take you through all the steps - there's a lot to know so unless you have a lot of time or some background in RE or electrics then it's best to get some help. A couple of local businesses are Solazone http://www.solazone.com.au/ on the Coast and Sustainable Enterprises Australia susentaus@westnet.com.au around Maleny. Also check out Rainbow Power Company http://www.rpc.com.au/ in Northern NSW, they have a lot of FAQ sheets on their site (as well as a good reputation for service).

I just read that Labor will offer $10,000 interest-free loans for PV & other green purchases if they get elected so if you can hold out until then...

Hopefully other people living with PV can give you advice too - if you want help with system sizing send me an email.

Cheers Mark

We have had various quotes - all expensive. It feels as if we are on an isoquant of energy innovation with solar power delivery - so we are waiting for now until solar production efficiency improves and installation prices come down.

The most knowledgeable quote we have received is from 'Home Power Specialists' in Eudlo:

JOCK HOWARD m: 0408 879 914

PO Box 201, Eudlo, QLD 4554

tel 54766873; fax 54766535

His advice is to wait until Energy is deregulated in QLD after 30 June. From that point the amount you can sell back into the grid increases - so your investment will be more sustainable. His quote builds in the current $4000/household government subsidy for solar installations - this could increase under labour's plans. Jock is definitely worth contacting for an energy plan and quote.

Good evening Ken,

My business is called Sustainable Enterprises Australia and like the name suggests I retail sustainable products, systems and services. I specialise in Solar Hot Water Systems and all other areas of sustainable water managment. This year I have started employing the services of Ausolar (www.ausolar.com) to compliment my business and would reccommend them to you.
If I can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate in contacting me.
Regards
Ian Howie
Bh 5494 4286
Fax 5494 4274
susentaus@westnet.com.au

Donald Woolard
I just heard on the radio that Qld Govt is to pay 44c/kWh for solar generated electricity fed into the grid! This is to be from July 1 this year. I have yet to confirm if the payout is for each kWh generated (gross metering) or only for the excess over that used (net metering).

Are you ready to go yet Mark?
Don.

You should also look into biodiesel, you can use it for diesel generators that are modern with synthetic fuel lines, older models can be upgraded, read more about it before you start using it though. I would be double glazing all my windows to keep drafts out and the cool air in, make sure you can insulate the home if possible. Use CFL's instead of regular bulbs and you'll be pretty efficient with just that.

I understand that Eco Kinetics provided a bulk purchase in Qld of approx 1000 homes for solar electricity backed by the government of Qld. They have turned up in Melbourne and I am interested in any feedback on their performance. The deal I am told is 'too good to be true' at $2,200 for 1 KW system, if you sell the RECs (which I will not). I just wondered if anyone knew what their track record was like before me and my mates commit to anything? thanks Glassbird

One of the oldest but most meaningful forms of energy storage business has been solar water heater systems and solar panel lamps. As we all know solar energy is renewable energy and it can be stored. There are many companies who are involved in making solar energy storage devices. If you have the technology to building solar energy storage devices then it could be a great business model for you energy storage business. One of the best advantages of solar energy is that it is renewable so the only investment one makes is the cost of buying the product thereafter you can use umpteen times without additional cost

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Solar energy only free if you use it naturally. Solar panels use silicon, copper and plastics and it is also not harmful to nature.

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that has no power grid near it ... the idea of being self-sufficient power and water wise is very appealing - but need to know more local information so would like to hear from others using solar power ...
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That's truly a great thought, though you will have to manage water and electricity through natural means but its quite appealing. Air source heat pumps are one thing that you could consider.

Keith. 

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