Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast
Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast
Join Renew Economy founder Giles Parkinson and editor Sophie Vorrath as they discuss the ins & outs of the solar industry and what it means for consumers.
Episodes
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May 9, 2024 • 46min
How to get off gas and electrify
Peter Steele from Goodbye Gas on how his company is helping households to go all-electric. Plus: Mixed messages from the top.
Apr 18, 2024 • 37min
Australia loses it on solar
Australia falls out of global top 10 solar countries. Plus: GridBeyond's Michael Phelan on the rise of VPPs; and battery rebates.
Apr 4, 2024 • 40min
Can Australia make its own solar?
Arena boss Darren Miller on the Solar Sunshot, and why Australia needs a stake in the supply chain. Plus: Households lead renewables charge, and the growth of solar balconies.
Mar 15, 2024 • 39min
Heat pump demand red hot, batteries just warming up
Solar Victoria CEO Stan Krpan talks rebate milestones, red hot heat pump demand and home battery uptake. Plus rooftop solar crackdowns and a battery business in trouble.
Feb 29, 2024 • 46min
Solar tariffs slashed again
In this discussion, Stephanie Bashir, Principal of Nexa Advisory and expert in energy policy and grid optimization, dives into the impact of recently slashed solar tariffs on the Australian market. She highlights the advancements in rooftop solar and the essential role of household batteries for energy resilience. The conversation also explores innovative consumer-centric regulations, optimizing voltage standards for solar installations, and the importance of data transparency in the energy sector. Bashir emphasizes the need for policies that engage consumers in the renewable energy transition.
Dec 21, 2023 • 45min
Can panels, farmers and sheep get along?
As conservative media and politicians pit farmers against renewables, we talk to a sheep grazier who is building Tasmania's first large-scale solar project.
Nov 23, 2023 • 37min
The fight for fairer rooftop PV – and cheaper home batteries
Heidi Douglas talks through Solar Citizens’ list of policy asks for the upcoming energy ministers’ meeting. Could we get discounted batteries for Christmas?
Nov 10, 2023 • 36min
SunDrive's hot pursuit of Australian-made PV
Wyatt Roy on SunDrive's progress towards make cheaper, more sustainable solar – right here in Australia. Plus: Will 2023 be a record year of rooftop installs?
Oct 12, 2023 • 38min
The power of putting First Nations first
How Beon Energy has left a lasting legacy and set a new benchmark for meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities. Plus, AEMO's solar switch-off push.
Sep 28, 2023 • 52min
Making money out of home batteries
Tim Barson from Amber Electric, a leading voice on renewable energy solutions, dives into the booming world of home batteries. He reveals how these batteries are not just storage systems but money-makers for homeowners. With innovative pricing models, he explains how to turn rooftop solar into cash flows and navigate energy pricing challenges. The discussion touches on the importance of reliable systems and consumer education, while highlighting the exciting future of energy storage amidst rising electric vehicle adoption.
