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Elite Power Group provide a range of articles to help you get informed and up-to-date on the latest news and blogs in the solar, battery, EV charger, and electrical industries. Get insight into commercial and residential-related blogs and news today.




Power vs. Energy / kW vs. kWh: What's the Difference?⚡2025

Differences between power vs. energy and kW vs. kWh electricity with examples on how power refers to the rate and energy to the amount over time.


Bidirectional Chargers in Australia: What’s Available?⚡2025

Explore upcoming & available bidirectional V2G-capable chargers in Australia from V2Grid, RedEarth, Sigenergy, Enphase, Tesla, and Fronius EV charging.


Sungrow SBR/SBH vs. BYD Battery-Box: Comparison⚡NSW

Compare the difference between Sungrow's SBH and SBR battery storage vs. BYD Battery-Box and find what battery is better for homes or businesses in NSW.


NSW Battery Rebate is Ending on June 30: Here’s Why⚡2025

The NSW Government have announced that the NSW Battery Rebate (PDRS) will be suspended on June 30th, 2025, and will no longer be available.


9.7% Electricity Bill Increase Coming: Avoiding the Spike⚡NSW

Avoid the 9.7% NSW electricity bill increase with expert tips on reducing energy costs, optimising solar usage, and finding better energy plans in 2025.


A Non-Bidirectional V2H Solution Available Right Now?⚡NSW

Explore how you can use your EV battery via vehicle-to-load (V2L) as a backup energy source during blackouts to power your home appliances in Australia.


Federal Solar Battery Rebate: Eligibility & Approved List ⚡2025

Explore Australia's Federal Government solar battery rebate subsidy like eligibility, approved batteries, requirements, and more about the upcoming incentive.


Electric Vehicle Charging: The Ultimate Charging Guide⚡2025

Explore the basics of Electric Vehicle charging like the different types of EV charging, plug types, CCS vs. CHAdeMO, and the levels of EV charging in Australia.


Installing Electric Vehicle Chargers for Maitland Council⚡2025

Partnering with Elite Power Group, Maitland City Council have invested in more electric vehicle chargers in the Maitland area, supporting the uptake of EVs.


Does Solar & Battery Storage Affect Home Insurance?⚡2025

Does installing solar & batteries affect home insurance? Explore how solar & energy storage changes home insurance premiums in Australia, NSW in 2025.


Home Battery Storage (ESS) vs. Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)⚡2025

Should solar owners get a home battery (ESS) or wait for vehicle-to-home (V2H) technology to use electric vehicle battery power to be available in Australia?


How to Save on Solar: Rebates & Financing Guide NSW⚡2025

Discover how you can save on your solar panel system installation through available rebates, incentives, financing in the Newcastle and Maitland region 2025.


AC vs. DC-coupled Solar Batteries: Specs & Comparison⚡NSW

Explore the differences between AC-coupled and DC-coupled solar and battery storage systems with examples and a comparison for homes in Australia.


Business Fleet vs. Public EV Charging: Which is Better?⚡NSW

Explore the pros and cons of investing in on-site EV charging for fleet management or using public EV chargers for your business's electric car fleet in NSW.


Homes, Standards & Networks are Ready for V2G⚡What Next?

With homes, Australian standards, and energy networks being ready for bidirectional charging, why the wait? Let's explore grid, EV, & charger developments.


Sungrow vs. Tesla Powerwall 3 Battery: Which is Better?⚡NSW

Discover the differences between Tesla Powerwall 3 and Sungrow SBH battery storage and which one is better suited for homes across Australia, NSW in 2025.


Solar PV Panels vs. Hot Water Solar: Which is Better?☀️NSW

Explore the differences and if hot water solar or solar PV systems are better, along with heat pumps and electric water heaters for home savings in Australia.


Gregson Park Playspace: Electrical Project ⚡Hamilton

Working closely with the Newcastle City Council, we helped the development of Gregson Park Playspace with electrical infrastructure, lighting, and facilities.


Staying Powered On During Outages: Battery Backups⚡2025

A very strong storm passed through the Hunter, leaving over 100,000 homes without power. Here's how you can protect your home's energy with independence.


Rebates & Subsidies in NSW: Solar, Battery, & VPP's⚡2025

As 2025 comes to light, homes and businesses in NSW have access to a range of rebates and subsidies that allow for discounted installations of solar and battery solutions.


Commercial Solar & EV Charging Project: Thornton⚡NSW

Completing a commercial solar and electric vehicle charger installation, our Thornton neighbours can take full advantage of renewable electricity and charging.


National Ceramic Industries Australia: 2MW Solar ⚡Rutherford

Elite Power Group installed a 2MW commercial solar installation for National Ceramic Industries Australia, totaling 4000 solar panels in Rutherford.


7 Ways to Reduce Energy Bills & Maximise Solar⚡2025

Explore various ways where homes and businesses can reduce electricity bills and maximise solar generation in Newcastle and the Hunter, NSW for 2025.


Rooftop vs. Ground Mount Solar: Which is Best?⚡Pros & Cons

Rooftop and ground mounted solar are ways you can add solar to your home.. but which is better? Compare roof vs. ground solar systems and see what's best.


NSW Battery Rebate: PDRS Approved & Eligible Brands🔋2025

Explore the NSW battery 'rebate' (Peak Demand Reduction Scheme), approved battery brands, pricing, and how you can be eligible to save on your first battery.


Best Solar Battery for Homes: 10kWh or 20kWh+?🔋Australia

Explore and compare the best home solar batteries and capacity from 6kWh, 10kWh, 20kWh, and 40kWh+ battery options for houses in NSW, Australia.


2025, the Year of Vehicle-to-Grid in Australia⚡V2G Milestone

The journey of bidirectional charging in Australia has hit a milestone with the recent approval of the new standard for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging for 2025.


How Daylight Savings & Winter vs. Summer Affects Solar⚡NSW

Explore how daylight savings and seasonal changes during winter and summer can affect your solar panels performance and solar generation in NSW, Australia.


Off-Grid Solar & Battery Systems: Are they Worth it?⚡2025

For cabins, homes, and sheds with limited or no access to grid energy, getting an off grid solar and battery storage system may be worth it in NSW in 2025.


Installing Solar on a Brass Roof: How Did It Go?☀️NSW

Everyone has seen a solar installation a normal roof like tin or tiled roofs, but have you ever seen a solar installation a roof made of Brass? Well we did one...


Solar & Battery Statistics Australia 2024: CEC Report H1

With the release of the new Clean Energy Council (CEC) H1 2024 report on solar and battery storage, it gives an idea of the upward path of Australia’s renewable energy adoption.


Amber + ARENA V2G: Vehicle-to-Grid Trials Explained⚡NSW

Amber & ARENA have started trials for Vehicle-to-grid technology in NSW, Australia to help develop standards and framework in V2G and Bidirectional charging.


☀️6 Ways to Maximise Your Solar Payback & Increase Savings

Are you maximising your solar energy production? Explore ways to improve self-consumption, and accelerate returns and benefits in NSW with solar tariffs.


Tesla Powerwall 2 vs. 3: Capacity, Price, & Specs⚡Australia

Explore the differences between Tesla Powerwall 2 vs. Tesla Powerwall 3 solar battery storage specs, pricing, and features in Australia for homes.


Are Solar Batteries Safe? Home Fire Risks & Statistics🔋NSW

Explore solar battery fire risks, hazards, and statistics, and if solar batteries are safe to install for homes in NSW, Australia. (Spoiler alert.. they are!)


Replace vs. Upgrade Solar vs. Battery: Which One?☀️NSW

Investing in your solar system has many opportunities, but should you replace your panels, upgrade with more solar, or add battery storage to your home?


Bidirectional Charging & V2G is about to Change Australia...⚡

Though bidirectional charging isn't available, vehicle-to-grid is already turning heads in Australia with its potential to change energy consumption and distribution.


Microgrids vs. Virtual Power Plants: What are They?⚡Australia

With the uptake of solar and battery systems, Microgrids, Virtual Power Plants, and Distributed energy resources are becoming more apparent. What are they?


Alternating vs. Direct Current: Differences & Examples⚡2025

The differences between alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) with real life examples on electrical flow, voltage, and power in Australia.


Is Commercial Battery Storage Worth it in NSW? ⚡2025

Discover how commercial solar battery storage can benefits businesses in NSW, with benefits like maximising solar, reducing operational costs, and more!