Saturday 21st February, 2015
Ideas were buzzing, technology showcased and trade secrets swapped when Hanwha Q CELLS, the world’s largest solar cell manufacturer, visited Solargain.
Solargain consultants all around the country were treated to a special visit by the Korean solar giants who dropped by to give us a sneak peek into their latest innovations.
Hanwha Q CELLS consistently produce some of the finest solar energy...
Sunday 15th February, 2015
Solargain is proud to announce the completion of our 40,000th solar installation!
The 40,000 milestone mark is comprised of over 10,000 solar hot water installations and well over 30,000 solar PV installations – an achievement that represents a shift in the mindset of many Australians towards the use of renewables as well as Solargain’s commitment to providing quality, affordable solar power...
Tuesday 3rd February, 2015
Here at Solargain we’re excited to announce our soon-to-be-released Hybrid Inverters which will have the option for battery storage – that is, batteries that store excess solar energy to use during peak times!
Whilst conventional inverters require additional accessories to be retrofitted in order to make them solar battery compatible, hybrid inverters are ‘storage-ready’, which means you’re able...
Tuesday 3rd February, 2015
Starbucks is leading the green charge one bean at a time.
Rotate your body 360 degrees just about anywhere in downtown Manhattan and you’re almost guaranteed to spot a Starbucks cafe. They’re everywhere!
The Starbucks phenomenon isn’t just limited to the States, either. Starbucks is well and truly a global organisation with over 21,000 stores in 65 countries (including 24 cafes across Australia...
Monday 19th January, 2015
Slurpies have been slurped. Cricket balls have gone through windows. Blow up pools have been well and truly popped. And to the relief of parents all across the country, school is almost back in session. Phew.
This time around, consider going green when stocking up and sending your child off for the big year ahead. Luckily, we’ve done the homework for you. So take your seat and go to school on our...
Monday 19th January, 2015
The price of oil has tumbled to a five-year low. But how does this impact the solar power industry?
First, let’s barrel in to the background behind cheaper oil.
Why is oil so cheap?
Australia’s plummeting oil prices have coincided (of course) with global oil prices.
Between 2010 and mid-2014 world oil prices consistently sat around $110 a barrel. In recent times, however, Brent Crude and U.S. oil...
Saturday 20th December, 2014
Can you believe it? 2014 is almost over and what a year it’s been.
As the year comes to an exciting climax, there’s no better time to reflect on the achievements of the last twelve months. But first, we’d like to thank each and every one of our customers – you’ve all played a huge role in spreading the sunny word about solar throughout Australia.
With your help, Solargain has now completed over...
Thursday 11th December, 2014
New and exciting sustainable technologies are popping up every day – and that’s great!
So, what can you expect to be making the headlines in the not too distant future?
Join us in taking a glimpse into our mystical eight ball as we shed some light on two of planet earth’s most promising upcoming gizmos.
Plug and Play PV system
The clever bunch at The Fraunhofer Center for Sustainable Energy...
Tuesday 9th December, 2014
In partnership with Carbon Neutral, Solargain is proud to have contributed to the establishment of 360 native trees and shrubs through the Turn Emissions Into Trees Program.
To help drive a reduction in the planet’s carbon emissions, Solargain planted one tree for every 100kW of solar installed across their entire Australian network during 2013-14.
So, who are Carbon Neutral?
They’re a carbon...
Monday 1st December, 2014
If you’re wondering how to choose a hot water system for your home, then this blog is for you!
Whilst it’s hard to imagine your bathroom, laundry and kitchen without heated water, actually deciding on what type of system to install can be a little tough.
So, what are your options?
There are three main types of hot water systems available – powered either by Gas, Electricity or Solar. Here are the...