Just Another Solar Podcast

Send us Fan Mail The team is back for a big catch-up on what’s happening across Australia’s solar and energy industry. We dive into the controversy surrounding an electrical inspector who certified battery installations without inspecting them, the most common solar and battery defects, and what this means for industry compliance. We also unpack Australia’s 500,000+ home battery milestone, how batteries are reshaping the electricity market, whether battery arbitrage is disappearing, EVs and c...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Just Another Solar Podcast, Nigel, Carl, Logan and Michael dive into the changing face of Australia’s solar industry — from the expansion of the SRES program to 1MW and the rise of utility-scale projects, to the increasingly important world of solar piling. Logan and Michael share the story of their four-generation electrical and solar business, why they walked away from residential and commercial solar, and how they built a specialist operation around GPS-contro...

Send us Fan Mail Carl’s off partying in Amsterdam, Jess rocks up late to a panel, and Nigel interrogates a random battery install on his dog walk. Bobby McKibbin jumps in to talk solar integrity, consumer protection, VPP reality, SA tariff changes and NSW’s new interest‑free loans.

Send us Fan Mail This episode breaks down how the energy game is really changing, with GoodWe at the centre of the conversation. From “free power” plans and rising grid pressure to the reality of solar in winter, batteries, and shifting retail pricing, the discussion cuts through the hype and gets into what actually matters for households and the future of Australia’s energy system. If you’re trying to understand where solar, storage, and energy costs are heading next, this is a grounded look...

Send us Fan Mail Australia’s energy landscape is shifting fast—home batteries are surging, gas is being pushed aside, and new “free power” retail deals are changing how households use electricity. In this episode, we break down what’s really happening on the ground, from winter solar struggles and smart energy habits to the rapid rise of battery storage and its impact on the grid. Featuring insights from Smart Energy Council CEO David McElroy, this is a deep dive into where the industry...