Explore our Brand-new Resource Hub & Learn the Basics of Solar & Electrical
Explore our Brand-new Resource Hub & Learn the Basics of Solar & Electrical
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.
Our team have invested in creating articles and guides to help you gain an understanding of the basics of solar and electrical, as well as
what's happening in the industry Australia-wide. Explore our articles below!
Already have solar? Decide whether to add a battery, expand your panels or replace your system, and which delivers the best return in 2026.
Read moreSupply charges, feed-in tariffs, controlled load, peak rates - we explain every line on your NSW electricity bill and show you where you can save more.
Read moreCompare retailer Solar Sharer plans, check eligibility & opt in. Origin, Amber, AGL, EnergyAustralia & more. 3 hours free power daily from 11am–2pm.
Read moreLearn how home electricity works in Australia, including circuits, switches, circuit breakers, RCDs and what happens during power outages.
Read moreIs solar & battery worth investing in for Australian homes? Explore 2026 costs, payback periods, disadvantages, and how the Solar Sharer offer affects it.
Read moreLearn about the May 1st Federal battery rebate changes in Australia and what they mean for home battery costs, solar savings, and discounts.
Read moreCompare Tesla Powerwall 3, Sungrow SBR & SBH, GoodWe ESA, Fronius Reserva, and BYD Battery-Box to find the best home battery for Australia.
Read moreExplore how Australia’s Q4 2025 solar and battery data highlights a major milestone: majority renewable contribution to daytime electricity demand.
Read moreHow rooftop solar helped NSW avoid blackouts during the 2026 heatwave, reducing grid stress & supporting record electricity demand across Newcastle.
Read moreExplore Elite Power Group's solar and battery installation statistics for 2025, and how we performed over this year of operation in Newcastle and Maitland.
Read moreCompare how Peak shaving reduces demand spikes; load shifting moves consumption to cheaper hours; demand response is grid-triggered.
Read moreExplore the difference between solar inverter types like grid-tied, hybrid, microinverters, and off-grid inverters for solar and battery systems in Australia.
Read moreExplore Australia's first CEC-approved bidirectional and vehicle-to-grid capable electric vehicle, the V2Grid Numbat, a 6.2kW V2G/H charger now ready.
Read moreEnergy capacity (kWh) is how much a battery stores. Power output (kW) is how fast it delivers. Covers nominal vs useable, SoC, DoD and cycles.
Read moreExplore the differences between AC and DC electric vehicle charging in Australia and how it affects the way you charge your EV, and the pros & cons.
Read moreConsidering a cheap solar system? Learn how low-quality, unreliable inverters and panels can lead to costly repairs, full replacements, and safety issues.
Read moreLearn the difference between volts, amps and watts, and learn electricity with simple explanations, formulas, real-world examples, and an easy calculator.
Read moreBattery supply chains are tight across Australia, with shipping delays leaving many installers out of stock and customers waiting longer. What's happening?
Read moreLearn how to avoid solar scams in NSW. Spot red flags & dodgy installer tactics and find reputable companies with great warranty & quality installations.
Read moreHow big is a solar panel, and what size system does your home actually need? Panel dimensions & array sizes from 6.6kW to 15kW explained in Australia.
Read moreExplore why the delays in vehicle-to-grid and bidirectional chargers are happening, and how V2G faces regulatory and legislative development in Australia.
Read moreOver 56,000 solar batteries were sold in Q2, 2025, thanks to the Australian battery subsidy. Explore solar & battery uptake, growth trends, and what's next.
Read moreDiscover how to choose the right solar battery size for your home. Compare 10kWh, 15kWh, and 20kWh options to maximise savings, and solar in NSW.
Read moreExplore what Virtual Power Plants (VPP) are, if joining is worth it, and how NSW solar battery owners can earn rewards, FiTs & rebates in Australia.
Read moreExplore what solar hotspots are, how they can affect your panel performance & efficiency, & how bypass diodes can affect your cells & strings in Australia.
Read moreExplore the process of installing rooftop solar and battery storage systems in a step-by-step guide of 9 easy steps on how solar is installed in Australia.
Read moreDiscover the best home EV chargers in Australia. Compare popular electric vehicle home charging stations, costs, and installations for Newcastle NSW.
Read moreLearn if your roof is suitable for solar panels and how roof materials like terracotta or tin, orientation, tilt, & shading can affect energy production and install.
Read morePower vs Energy in Australia: Difference Between Watts and Watt-Hours, kW vs kWh, with Diagrams, Calculations, and Home Appliance Examples.
Read moreExplore upcoming & available bidirectional V2G-capable chargers in Australia from V2Grid, RedEarth, Sigenergy, Enphase, Tesla, and Fronius EV charging.
Read moreCompare 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.
Read moreThe NSW Government have announced that the NSW Battery Rebate (PDRS) will be suspended on June 30th, 2025, and will no longer be available.
Read moreAvoid the 9.7% NSW electricity bill increase with expert tips on reducing energy costs, optimising solar usage, and finding better energy plans in 2025.
Read moreExplore 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.
Read moreExplore Australia's Federal Government solar battery rebate subsidy like eligibility, approved batteries, requirements, and more about the upcoming incentive.
Read morePartnering with Elite Power Group, Maitland City Council have invested in more electric vehicle chargers in the Maitland area, supporting the uptake of EVs.
Read moreCompare home insurance policies and find out if solar and battery is covered and how installations affect costs, value, and included coverage in Australia.
Read moreShould 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?
Read moreExplore available NSW solar rebates, subsidies, incentives, and financing programs to help you invest in solar power for your Newcastle home in 2025.
Read moreExplore the differences between AC and DC coupled solar battery storage and how it affects your solar system and inverters' configuration in Australia.
Read moreExplore if fleet or public electric vehicle charging is better for charging workplace and employee EVs for your business in Newcastle & the Hunter, NSW.
Read moreWith homes, Australian standards, and energy networks being ready for bidirectional charging, why the wait? Let's explore grid, EV, & charger developments.
Read moreThe differences between Tesla Powerwall 3 vs. Sungrow battery storage (SBH) capacity, warranty, and features, and which one is better in Australia.
Read moreComparing solar PV, solar hot water, & heat pump hot water systems for Australian homes. Which saves more, which costs less, and which is right for you.
Read moreWorking closely with the Newcastle City Council, we helped the development of Gregson Park Playspace with electrical infrastructure, lighting, and facilities.
Read moreA 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.
Read moreAs 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.
Read moreCompleting a commercial solar and electric vehicle charger installation, our Thornton neighbours can take full advantage of renewable electricity and charging.
Read moreElite Power Group installed a 2MW commercial solar installation for National Ceramic Industries Australia, totaling 4000 solar panels in Rutherford.
Read moreExplore various ways where homes and businesses can reduce electricity bills and maximise solar generation in Newcastle and the Hunter, NSW for 2026.
Read moreExplore whether rooftop or ground mounted solar systems are better for homes, farms, and remote properties needing solar PV power in Australia.
Read moreThe 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.
Read moreExplore how daylight savings and seasonal changes during winter and summer can affect your solar panels performance and solar generation in NSW, Australia.
Read moreFor 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.
Read moreEveryone 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...
Read moreWith 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.
Read moreAmber & ARENA have started trials for Vehicle-to-grid technology in NSW, Australia to help develop standards and framework in V2G and Bidirectional charging.
Read moreCompare Tesla Powerwall 2 vs Powerwall 3 in Australia. See differences in capacity, power output, dimensions, specifications, pricing & solar compatibility.
Read moreExplore solar battery fire risks, hazards, and statistics, and if solar batteries are safe to install for homes in NSW, Australia. (Spoiler alert.. they are!)
Read moreThough bidirectional charging isn't available, vehicle-to-grid is already turning heads in Australia with its potential to change energy consumption and distribution.
Read moreExplore how Australia's energy is evolving with t like Microgrids, DER's, Virtual Power Plants, & Demand Response, for solar and battery systems.
Read moreLearn alternating and direct current, and the differences between AC vs. DC with real-life examples and diagrams of power flow and voltage in Australia.
Read moreEverything NSW businesses need to know about commercial battery storage - costs, benefits, peak shaving, backup power, and how to choose a system.
Read moreIn the new 2024 CEC report, they found that renewable contribution in the overall supply of energy in Australia, produced 40% of Australia’s total electrical supply.
Read moreSo you've invested in solar to reduce your electricity bills, but since then your bills are still high? Explore why your energy bills are still high even after solar.
Read moreLearn electricity tariffs like single-rate, controlled loads, and time-of-use tariffs where on and off peak pricing occurs through retailers like energy australia.
Read moreExplore the differences between single phase vs. three phase power, and how 1 phase and 3 phase electricity works with real-life examples in Australia.
Read moreIf your solar panels are dirty, explore easy ways to DIY clean your solar panels, or when to get your system cleaned by a professional solar cleaner in Australia.
Read moreBatteries store energy as chemical potential energy, released as electrical current once connected to a circuit. Learn how batteries store & release energy.
Read moreNow is the best time to invest in solar panels.. here are 4 reasons why Australians should invest in solar energy before it's time runs out for 2024.
Read moreExplore the National Electricity Market (the NEM), and how it interconnected 5 states with electricity distribution to balance demand and supply in Australia.
Read moreDiscover how agrivoltaics can benefit farms by combining agriculture and solar energy to increase sustainability and agricultural production in NSW.
Read moreThe energy required to heat hot water is quite high and for most Australian households. Here are some strategies on how to save on your hot water heating bill.
Read moreSo you bought an electric vehicle, but what's the best way to charge it? Discover how to prepare your home for an EV charger station and what to do in NSW.
Read moreWhat's the best Solar EV Charger? Zappi or the Wattpilot? We have put together a side-by-side comparison, including the pro’s and con’s for both EV chargers.
Read moreWith booming solar adoption, Newcastle is quickly becoming a sustainable region with homes and businesses adoption the technology. What's happening?
Read moreDifferences between bidirectional Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), Vehicle-to-Load (V2L), and compatible chargers and EVs in Australia.
Read moreOur team attended the Electric Vehicle open day in Lake Macquarie hosted by Lake Macquarie City Council, and what a day! From all the fun events, to the informative aspects, everyone definitely got something out of the day.
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