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  • Symmetry and simplicity lost as networks impose “sun tax” on solar exports
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    Symmetry and simplicity lost as networks impose “sun tax” on solar exports

    Accelerated deployment of solar PV and home batteries can help address the challenges and delays being experienced with large scale renewable and transmission build out. The new sun tax won’t help.
    Fred Hopley
    May 28, 2024
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