Tips to Maximise Your Commercial Solar System
20 September 2021
The financial return on investment should be enough to convince you to install a commercial solar power system for your business in South Australia. Your compan ...
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Why Should You Switch To A Commercial Solar System For Your Business?
20 September 2021
With the cost of energy and utilities rising, keeping a low overhead for your business is imperative for company success. One of the best ways for businesses to ...
Transitioning From a Standard Electrical System to a Residential Solar System in South Australia
17 August 2021
The process of moving from standard electricity to a residential solar system doesn't have to be a daunting one. The two most critical things to understand are ...
How to Buy the Right Solar Panels for Your Home in South Australia
17 August 2021
Solar power is an alternative energy solution that can help reduce your current energy footprint and is a vital part of any energy-efficient new build in South ...
CEC guide to buying residential solar
01 March 2021
The Clean Energy Council have prepared a comprehensive guide to the process of buying and installing a residential solar system.
Excerpt from cleanenergyco ...
SunWiz recognises Solar Power Direct as a Top Volume Solar Retailer for 2020!
22 February 2021
SunWiz have analysed solar installations in 2020 and found Solar Power Direct to be a top 10 solar retailer in South Australia for another year!
Read more at su ...
Frequently Asked Questions
26 November 2020
Solar Panel Installation & Product Questions
How and where should the panels be positioned?
For optimum electricity production, solar PV panels should be mo ...
Regulatory Changes for Smarter Homes
06 October 2020
South Australia can be proud to say that they have been one of the world’s most enthusiastic communities when it comes to distributed energy resources. We can s ...
Companies making inroads into carbon neutral business
09 June 2020
In order to get ahead of the curve on climate change, businesses across Australia and the world are adapting to the ever changing landscape of running a profita ...
How to protect your panels from nasty external forces
09 June 2020
Panels have come a long way since their inception, however the technology of these unique solar energy generators is ever changing and constantly improving. Whi ...
How sustainable living is affecting new home kitchen installations
05 June 2020
Going green is becoming less of a trend and more of a lifestyle choice these days. From composting to plant-based eating, environmentally friendly solutions to ...
How Giant batteries can power commercial factories
22 May 2020
With companies like Tesla introducing battery packs to Australian homes in a bid to introduce solar capabilities into public consciousness, industrial spaces ar ...
How Elon Musk & Tesla Are Spearheading Solar in 2020
14 May 2020
The face of modern-day renewable energy, Elon Musk is a unique figure that has caused a stir since his debut on the world stage in the early 2000’s. While the p ...
The worldwide growth of wind, solar and hydro
08 May 2020
Around the world, countries, businesses and homeowners are becoming more aware of the environmental risks faced by our planet in light of continued unsustainabl ...
Management of health and safety during the COVID-19 challenge
20 April 2020
As new reports of COVID-19 continue to develop, the welfare and safety of our customers and staff remains our top priority. As a South Australian, family owned ...
Get the most out of your solar panels this winter
20 April 2020
A common misconception surrounding solar panels is the idea that during the colder months, solar panels do not work as well or at all. While it is true that the ...
A Quick Guide on Solar Inverters – What role do they play?
14 April 2020
If you’ve installed solar panels on your roof, you’re likely aware of the complicated-looking box that was set up outside your home with different coloured cyli ...
Battle of the renewable energy sources – which is the most efficient?
05 April 2020
Switching to more efficient ways to harness energy has been a priority for not only the Australian government but for the entire world for some time now. Derive ...
What is a Solar Power Plant and How Does it Work?
20 March 2020
Solar power plants use the sun’s rays to produce electricity, just like solar panels that are installed on the roof of a residential home, but instead of poweri ...
What is Going Off the Grid and How Can Green Energy Make a Difference
11 March 2020
With the introduction of solar power and other forms of renewable energy, you’ve probably heard the saying “going off the grid” before. But what exactly does th ...
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