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QLD Battery Rebate: up to $4000 off a battery

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News Team
Published on:
February 13, 2024

The QLD Government has launched their Battery Booster program, an initiative designed for Queensland residents with a rebate of $3,000 and $4000 off a solar battery. You can add a battery to your existing solar system or have a new solar and battery system installed. Island Energy is an approved installer of the Queensland Governments Rebate program and you can verify this on the QLD governments website here.

QLD Battery Rebate: up to $4000 off a battery
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Tesla Powerwall $750 cash-back promo for you!

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News Team
Published on:
September 7, 2023

Tesla are offering you $750 for any 13.5kWh Powerwall installed and registered between August 11 and December 31, you can claim a rebate of $750. Island Energy is a certified installer for Tesla. Chat to us today!

Tesla Powerwall $750 cash-back promo for you!
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Get a quick solar and energy design and quote

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News Team
Published on:
July 11, 2023

‍If you have a small project and you are looking for a simple Solar or Battery storage quotation, then our residential and small business team can help you right away

Get a quick solar and energy design and quote
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Sustainability: Noosa Councils Zero Emissions Organisational Strategy

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News Team
Published on:
June 8, 2023

Island Energy has assisted the Noosa Council with the Energy component of their Net Zero emissions strategy 2016 - 2026. As a key priority area of their action plan, Island Energy designed and installed 100kW of solar PV on the Main Council Administration Building in Tewantin and another 38kW of solar PV at their North Shore Holiday Park site. The systems have reduced their energy usage and energy costs by 50%

Sustainability: Noosa Councils Zero Emissions Organisational Strategy
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Commercial Solar Systems: Fronius Tauro 50kW - 100kW Inverters

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News Team
Published on:
May 29, 2023

We have partnered with the best in the business for the last 10 years. Fronius Inverters are made in Austria with unrivalled competition when it comes to premium quality solar PV and Hybrid Battery or Off Grid inverters. Engineered for excellence.

Commercial Solar Systems: Fronius Tauro 50kW - 100kW Inverters
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Home Battery: Sonnen BatterieEVO

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News Team
Published on:
May 28, 2023

A net zero home powered by the sun. The sonnenBatterie protects you from rising electricity prices and provides you with energy independence. Use cleaner energy generated from your rooftop solar system and store it in your home battery day or night.

Home Battery: Sonnen BatterieEVO
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Home Battery: Qcells Q.home Core H5

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News Team
Published on:
May 27, 2023

Integrated solar inverter and storage. Never compromise between performance and design. Get peace-of-mind with integrated solar inverter and storage with 15 year product warranty, Q.HOME CORE total energy solution. The modular battery, Q.SAVE is 6.86kWh scalable up to maximum 3 units/20.5kWh. Q.SAVE is integrated with high-performance inverter, Q.VOLT H5, which is 5kW.

Home Battery: Qcells Q.home Core H5
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Home Battery: BYD Battery Box

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May 27, 2023

The flexible battery systems in the three versions: Battery-Box HV, Battery-Box Res and Battery-Box Pro provide maximum safety, lifetime and performance, which makes them the perfect batteries for all applications.

Home Battery: BYD Battery Box
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Home Battery: Redback Battery

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News Team
Published on:
May 26, 2023

Adding battery storage to your existing solar system allows you to power your home with clean, free energy when the sun isn’t shining.

Home Battery: Redback Battery
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Home Battery: Tesla Powerwall 2

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News Team
Published on:
May 26, 2023

A Revolutionary Battery For Home and Business: Powerwall is a home battery that stores energy so you can use it day or night and self-power your home. Powerwall can provide backup power by itself or can easily integrate with solar to provide your home reliable, clean energy 24/7. With Powerwall, you gain continuous and backup power, even in the event of a grid outage.

Home Battery: Tesla Powerwall 2
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Home Battery: GoodWe Lynx U series

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News Team
Published on:
May 26, 2023

Especially designed for residential applications with superior performance, super safe battery technology and user-friendly interaction. This battery optimises cost performance thanks to its expandable modular design.

Home Battery: GoodWe Lynx U series
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Home Battery: RedEarth Home, Off Grid and Businesses

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News Team
Published on:
May 26, 2023

RedEarth's industry-leading storage solutions mean you can store the excess power generated during the day, and use it later when you need it.As well as reducing your carbon footprint and adding value to your property, your RedEarth system has the potential to transform your energy bills into income.

Home Battery: RedEarth Home, Off Grid and Businesses
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Victorian State Budget: $8,800 for household battery storage

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News Team
Published on:
May 24, 2023

Victorian State Budget: includes 4,500 interest-free loans of up to $8,800 for household battery storage with Solar Victoria

Victorian State Budget: $8,800 for household battery storage
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Get $8500 today! Promotion for Small Business

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News Team
Published on:
May 11, 2023

Island Energy is offering no-catch deals on solar systems for Victorian based small business owners.

Get $8500 today! Promotion for Small Business
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Another School Camp joins the Solar on Camps program

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News Team
Published on:
May 1, 2023

Camp Coolamatong's Director engaged Island Energy to design and install two solar systems for each of their camps. 19.89kW at Lake Camp and 48kW at Farm camp. Their combined energy bill across the two sites before installing solar was $19,804.00 per year, which after installing solar is only $3,434.00. That's a huge saving of -$16,370.00 per year!

Another School Camp joins the Solar on Camps program
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More Victorians rushing to solar batteries in fight against rising power prices

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News Team
Published on:
April 27, 2023

Island Energy customer Evelyn Etchells was interviewed by 7 News Melbourne in January 2023 about her recently installed RedEarth SunRise Maxi. Our customer Evelyn said that since the system had been installed in December, she hadn’t had to use any grid power – she’s able to power her home around the clock, feeding her excess electricity back into the grid so other people can also power their homes with clean, green power.

More Victorians rushing to solar batteries in fight against rising power prices
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Autopro Noosa saves nearly five thousand dollars per year

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Published on:
March 2, 2023

Island Energy's Solar Small Business specialists have put $4,845.00 back into the pockets of the business with a 25.9 kW solar system. The system generates 43,358 kWh per year and has also offset their annual CO2 emissions by 70 tonnes!

Autopro Noosa saves nearly five thousand dollars per year
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101: What to look out for and questions to ask when shopping for a solar system

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News Team
Published on:
February 21, 2023

As the cost of electricity is increasing and living costs are at an all time high, solar power has become a way to save and make money. On the Mornington Peninsula, many residents are turning to solar power to reduce their carbon footprint and save on energy bills. However, it's important to be cautious when shopping for a solar system to make sure you are getting exactly what you are looking for. Here are some ideas that may be helpful

101: What to look out for and questions to ask when shopping for a solar system
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5 Reasons Why Switching to Solar Energy on the Mornington Peninsula is a game changer to your monthly living expenses

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News Team
Published on:
February 18, 2023

If you're looking for a way to save money on your monthly living expenses, switching to solar energy on the Mornington Peninsula is an excellent choice.

5 Reasons Why Switching to Solar Energy on the Mornington Peninsula is a game changer to your monthly living expenses
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Get a government grant for solar: Small Business and Home Owners in Victoria

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News Team
Published on:
February 13, 2023

The Solar industry in Victoria has been on an upward trajectory in recent years, driven by increasing demand for clean energy and favourable government policies such as the Federal Governments STC program and Solar Victoria program for Home-owners and Small Businesses.

Get a government grant for solar: Small Business and Home Owners in Victoria
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Solar and Energy Storage Partnership: RedEarth and Island Energy

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News Team
Published on:
February 11, 2023

Last year we partnered with energy storage company RedEarth to provide homes and businesses with reliable, clean energy solutions. In some of our solar installation projects, we have designed and installed RedEarth systems, including the Sunrise Maxi, Dropbear, and Honey Badger, to provide customers with efficient energy storage and backup power during grid outages.

Solar and Energy Storage Partnership: RedEarth and Island Energy
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Monitor every electrical appliance in your business or home with Wattwatchers

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News Team
Published on:
February 10, 2023

We've helped hundreds of homes and businesses better manage their electricity usage through installing Solar Analytics and Wattwatchers devices. The device measures both electrical and solar loads, providing customers with detailed insights into their energy consumption.

Monitor every electrical appliance in your business or home with Wattwatchers
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Thinking about going off grid? Here's what you need to know

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News Team
Published on:
February 6, 2023

The first step is to assess your energy needs to determine the size of the solar system and energy storage required to power your home. This involves evaluating your energy consumption, identifying energy-efficient appliances, and reducing your overall energy consumption. We use load profile calculators to assist you in the stage.

Thinking about going off grid? Here's what you need to know
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Get Solar and Go Carbon Neutral: A Roadmap for Victorian Businesses

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News Team
Published on:
September 14, 2022

Energy emissions are the largest contributor to a business's carbon footprint, making it critical to reduce energy consumption and transition to renewable energy sources. One of the most effective ways to reduce energy emissions is through onsite solar installations. Solar energy produces no greenhouse gas emissions, making it a clean and renewable source of power.

Get Solar and Go Carbon Neutral: A Roadmap for Victorian Businesses
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Solar + Battery Storage: Qcells Next Generation Home Battery System

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Joel Thompson
Published on:
May 5, 2022

A state of the art industry leading home battery system has just hit the market in Australia.‍ We’re excited to announce that we are installing these new Q.HOME CORE battery systems at pace and home owners love the sleek design, the 15 year warranties and the incredible difference the system makes to their electricity bills, with some customers reporting being in billing credit of $300 per month!

Solar + Battery Storage: Qcells Next Generation Home Battery System
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May 2022 - General News Update

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May 4, 2022

General News Update

May 2022 - General News Update
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Meet some of our team members

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May 2, 2022

Meet some of our team members

Meet some of our team members
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Island Energy is helping forward-thinking School Camps and Venues become more sustainable

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Joel Thompson
Published on:
April 27, 2022

Island Energy has partnered with Victorian Camps and Accommodation providers for the last 12 months to develop simple and cost effective ways in which they can move toward carbon neutrality and energy independence.

Island Energy is helping forward-thinking School Camps and Venues become more sustainable
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Partner Shout Out

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Published on:
January 1, 2022

We work with a range of partners

Partner Shout Out
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Black Friday/Cyber Monday Week - Tesla Powerwall 2 Sale

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Joel Thompson
Published on:
November 26, 2021

Are you sick of blackouts? Power outages are becoming more common and more frequent. For this week only, we’re offering a huge discount off the Tesla Powerwall 2 backup battery (fully installed) for our Victorian customers. As a part of the Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale, we are offering a massive discount on the Tesla Powerwall 2 battery.

Black Friday/Cyber Monday Week - Tesla Powerwall 2 Sale
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We're helping clubs just like yours, be better.

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Joel Thompson
Published on:
August 9, 2021

The environment is under threat, climate change is real, and based on scientific evidence, innovative Clubs are now taking massive action to work towards Net Zero Carbon Emissions (when Governments won't) and reduce their carbon footprint - and it might not cost you anything upfront!

We're helping clubs just like yours, be better.
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Refer a Friend Program

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Published on:
February 1, 2021

For a limited time Island Energy is offering our existing client list the opportunity to refer a friend or family member for solar power or battery storage - and for any referral that converts to a sale you can claim a $200 Visa Cash Card!

Refer a Friend Program
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Refer a Friend Program -CTA Button Testing

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Published on:
February 1, 2021

For a limited time Island Energy is offering our existing client list the opportunity to refer a friend or family member for solar power or battery storage - and for any referral that converts to a sale you can claim a $200 Visa Cash Card!

Refer a Friend Program -CTA Button Testing
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Victoria has just ticked over 100,000 Solar Homes installation

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Published on:
November 24, 2020

Victoria has just ticked over 100,000 Solar Homes installation the other day.

Victoria has just ticked over 100,000 Solar Homes installation
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Post Install: Things to know

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News Team
Published on:
November 1, 2020

Congratulations on your new solar install! Here at Island Energy we are committed to providing you with the best customer experience throughout your installation process and moving forwards. We hope you have had a wonderful experience with the installation team, and now that it's all installed and has been commissioned here is what happens next….

Post Install: Things to know
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Door Knocking Sales

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Published on:
August 29, 2019

If you have been door knocked by a sales company pushing solar this may be cause for alarm! Credible Solar Companies rarely (if ever) door knock residential properties. Often door knocking salesman are paid commission on each sale and the prices are hugely inflated so they can get their slice of the pie. They will sell you ANYTHING to make a dollar. They do not have solar knowledge, just sales tactics to get you to sign on the dotted line.

 Door Knocking Sales
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Why are so may Australians going solar?

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Published on:
June 13, 2019

Australia is blessed with a very dry climate in comparison with a lot of other countries increasing their solar uptake and benefits from a latitude advantage.

Why are so may Australians going solar?
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Island Energy - CEC Approved Solar Retailer!

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April 4, 2019

Island Energy has recently become a signatory of the CEC Approved Solar Retailer Code of Conduct.

 Island Energy - CEC Approved Solar Retailer!
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Why are so may Australians going solar?

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Published on:
June 13, 2018

With 3.5 million solar panels installed on Australian roof space in 2017 a 41% increase on the previous year and with 2018 set to see the industry go from strength to strength the question has to be asked ‘Why are so many Australians going solar?’

 Why are so may Australians going solar?
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Island Energy - Open Homes Australia

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April 5, 2018

Great little solar install with the guys at Open Homes Australia. We installed a 4kW system using a SMA inverter and Trina Honey panels

 Island Energy - Open Homes Australia
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South Coast Kitchens goes solar!

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Published on:
March 21, 2018

A great job down at South Coast Kitchens last week installing a 70 kW system. With 268 panels installed on the factory in Newhaven South Coast Kitchens will be completely self sufficient during daylight operating hours.

 South Coast Kitchens goes solar!
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Going Solar With Island Energy

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Kai Summerfield
Published on:
October 6, 2017

Going Solar with Island Energy! Firstly I would like to thank you for taking the time to read this and allowing us to set up a proposal for Solar Power to suit your needs.

 Going Solar With Island Energy
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Victorian feed-in tariff customers get fair value

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Published on:
July 16, 2017

The Victorian feed-in tariff currently offers a minimum of five cents per kilowatt hour for excess electricity fed back into the grid. All electricity retailers with more than 5,000 customers must offer at least this minimum rate, but they may offer different packages and terms and conditions.

 Victorian feed-in tariff customers get fair value
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How to get the most out of your solar power system

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Published on:
April 17, 2016

Making the most of your solar panelsIf your home has solar panels – installed by you, or your landlord – you may need to re-think the way you consume electricity in order to reap the greatest benefit

 How to get the most out of your solar power system
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Vic Feed In Tariff

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Published on:
March 29, 2016

Feed-in tariff inquiry. The Victorian Government has announced an inquiry into feed-in tariff arrangements in Victoria. This inquiry will investigate whether current regulations for compensating Victorian households and businesses for generating solar power are adequate. It will also consider the environmental and social value of distributed generation.

 Vic Feed In Tariff

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