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Going Solar
Why choose Aussie Solar?
How does solar power work?Solar panels convert energy from the sun into electricity. The electricity produced from the solar panels is direct current (DC). Most homes in Australia are connected to the electricity grid which uses alternating current (AC). In order to use the power produced from the solar panels an inverter is required to transform the DC electricity into AC electricity which is suitable for household appliances. Once the electricity is transformed from DC to AC, the electricity produced from your solar power system is used to power your home first via a NETT meter, before any excess power is exported back to the electricity grid. How much power do solar panels generate?Aussie Solar Installations uses only Monocrystalline solar panels as they have the highest efficiency and they have a very slow degradation rate compared to other types of solar panels. Typically most common household solar panel systems are either 1 kilowatt (kW) or 1.5 kilowatt (kW). The table below shows the average daily solar energy production of some common grid-connected systems throughout Australia. Average Daily Solar Energy Production
Data Source: PV-GC spreadsheet based on the CEC GC Design Guidelines How much money will I save on electricity bills with solar power?The average Australian house consumes around 18 kWh per day so the size of the solar system you choose will depend on if you want to partially offset your energy consumption or completely offset your household’s electricity use. For example a resident in Sydney with a 1.5 kW solar system could produce 5.85 kWh and if on the Aussie Solar feed-in tariff of 40c per kWh, they would save approximately $547.05 per year (approximately 35% off the average annual electricity expense). Typically a 1-2kW system displaces an average of 25-40% of your average electricity bill. What is the process of getting connected to solar power?a) Contact Aussie Solar and obtain a quote. We will talk you through which size solar system is suitable for your household and any other requirements. b) Complete your Acceptance of Quote form and Grid Connect form and return to Aussie Solar. c) Aussie Solar will submit your Grid Connect form to your electricity provider and wait for your approval number (can take up to 4 weeks). d) Once Aussie Solar receives your approval number you will be advised of an installation date. e) Your solar power system will be installed by Aussie Solar on the agreed date and required paperwork sent to your electricity provider. f) Once your solar power system is installed Aussie Solar will organise an Accredited Level 2 Service Provider to install and connect your meter to the electricity grid. g) Once your meter is installed and connected to the grid you can start exporting electricity. Everything you need to know
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