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Solar Insiders Podcast: Battery boom-time in the land of the diesel-free donga

Nic Stone talks to Solar Insiders about the myriad innovative off-grid projects that are using PowerPlus Energy’s Australian made – and made for Australia – batteries, including tons of renewable powered dongas.

Plus: We discuss the news of the week, including approval for the world’s biggest solar farm, the cancellation of smaller solar projects, and the release of the new Tesla Powerwall 3.

https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1901686353

You can find previous episodes of the Solar Insiders podcast here or on your favourite podcast platform.

Pylon is a proud sponsor of Solar Insiders.
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