Monthly Archives: July 2010

Solar Power and Renewable Energy Policy: What will make a REAL Difference

Posted on July 27, 2010 by enviromate

What Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott fail to realise in this election (and for that matter the parties as well, because it is all about policy not personalities *ahem*) is that setting the policy framework is fine, but not acting … Continue reading →

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ALP Environment Policy released: Does it stack up?

Posted on July 24, 2010 by enviromate

The Environment is a key issue in the federal election, and yesterday, we saw the release of the incumbent  government’s policy.  Tin tacks time – what is really being promised and what will it mean for the average punter? Well … Continue reading →

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Electioneering, Solar and the Environment: Who is promising what.

Posted on July 19, 2010 by enviromate

The Australian Federal Election action is well and truly in full swing, with Labor keen to “move forward” from the past, and Liberals wanting to Stand Up for Real Action on a variety of issues. Over the next few weeks, … Continue reading →

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Free Solar Panels and free electricity – are free solar systems good for the industry?

Posted on July 9, 2010 by enviromate

“FREE SOLAR!” shout the advertisements, and here come the phone calls from your local (*ahem*) call center.  We’ve seen it all before.  Green Loans, Home Insulation, Commercial Hot Water – all FREE! But what price do we really pay? Recent … Continue reading →

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Where are my solar panels? Thousands miss out as SHCP closes.

Posted on July 6, 2010 by enviromate

Homeowners who received the $8000 solar homes grant are about to find themselves in a very difficult position as the Federal Government’s Solar Homes and Communities plan comes to a close today. The government has offered one concession however, to … Continue reading →

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