Finn Peacock, Author at RenewEconomy

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How to power through a heatwave – in comfort, on 100% solar energy
Does rooftop solar really struggle in the heat? Real data from two rooftop solar systems show how they reliably soldiered on during a recent Adelaide heatwave.
Finn Peacock

Feb 8, 2019

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Storage

Battery price war sees Tesla Powerwall 2 beaten even before first deliveries
Battery storage prices are trending downward as newcomers to the Australian market follow the Tesla Powerwall 2 to lower and lower price points.
Finn Peacock

Mar 1, 2017

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Storage

GCL slash price of battery to be 2nd cheapest per warranted kWh
GCL has announced specification and price changes that move their cost from $0.67 down to $0.30 per warranted kWh.
Finn Peacock

Dec 2, 2016

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Tesla

Graph Of The Day – Powerwall 2 warranty is under 9 years for most households if cycled once per day
For many households, the Powerwall 2 warranty is likely to last for under 9 years, rather than the full 10 years I was expecting.
Finn Peacock

Dec 1, 2016

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Tesla

Graph of the Day – Tesla Powerwall 2 way ahead of competition on price
Today’s graph shows both versions of the Powerwall 2 are well ahead of the closest competition on price, beating its closest rivals by one third.
Finn Peacock

Nov 29, 2016

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Storage

Australia battery storage comparison table – July update
Here’s a summary of new batteries and new energy storage systems that have been announced in Australia in June and July 2016.
Finn Peacock

Jul 29, 2016

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Revealed: Ausgrid’s strategy to keep solar customers confused
Considering installing rooftop solar? Here’s a look at what people need to know if they want to install a system in the Ausgrid Electricity Network area.
Finn Peacock

May 18, 2016

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Updated: Ranking the best battery storage options for households in Australia
More battery storage products are flooding on to the market each week. Here, we identify which brands and devices stand out on cost per kWh.
Finn Peacock

Apr 28, 2016

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How 3-phase trickery from utilities is ripping off solar households
Electricity networks have spotted a pile of solar owners’ cash on the floor and have figured out how to covertly take it from under their noses.
Finn Peacock

Jan 20, 2015

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