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How to reconnect your SolarEdge inverter to your home Wifi Network

In today's digital age, managing your solar energy production has never been easier. The MySolarEdge app provides a user-friendly interface to monitor and control your SolarEdge inverter. If you need to reconnect your inverter to your home Wi-Fi network, follow these simple steps.

Ensuring Solar Safety: Huglo Solar's Expertise in Anti-Islanding Tests in Canberra ACT

In the ACT an anti-islanding test is required every 5 years. Huglo Solar offers this service, which includes a free electricity bill comparison - this helps our clients save $400 per year.

How to Reconnect Your Sungrow Solar System to Your Home Wi-Fi Network

Reconnect your Sungrow solar system to your home Wi-Fi network hassle-free with our step-by-step guide. Obtain network details, connect to Wi-Fi, configure settings, and reboot the app for seamless monitoring and management. Maximize your solar investment today!

Will higher wholesale electricity prices send some retailers bankrupt?

Some households have received an email from their electricity retailer asking them to switch suppliers. That's right - stop buying from them.

Why Is Australia investing in carbon capture and storage?

Wondering what the deal is with carbon capture and storage? Is it really a viable climate solution for Australia? Find out more about the technology, as well as gaining an understanding about the controversial topic.

Why the plan with the highest feed-in-tariff isn’t necessarily the best value

When looking to save the most money, naturally solar owners look for the highest feed-in-tariff. We explain why it isn't that simple, and why choosing a lower feed-in-tariff might save you more money.

When can you be disconnected for non-payment of your electricity bill?

Understand how and why you could be disconnected for a non-payment of your electricity bill.

What’s the best EV charging solution when you have solar?

If you have home solar and are looking to add an EV charger to the mix, find out how to select the best option for you.

Retail electricity: what is the Default Market Offer?

We talk all things DMO – the Default Market Offer. Learn how it can influence what you end up paying for electricity.

What is an ‘energy rating’, and why is It important to understand?

You’ve almost definitely seen one, you might even have one in your house right now. Those ‘energy rating’ stickers. You get the gist of what they are, but what do they really mean and should you be paying more attention to them?

What the fuse: so…what is a kilowatt hour?

Noticing that the letters kW and kWh are showing up everywhere on your bill but you are not sure what they mean? Don't stress, we’ve got you covered.

What does financial hardship mean and what support is available to energy consumers?

In the current economic climate, many are struggling to pay their energy bills. In light of this, the rules and regulations relating to financial hardship, and customer financial support, are more important than ever.

The lowdown on Huglo’s solar panel installation alternatives

The easy part was deciding to go solar. The slightly trickier part is now choosing the right system for your needs. But we’ve got your back on that one.

What does ‘explicit informed consent’ mean when signing an electricity contract?

Explicit Informed Consent (EIC) is a key customer protection for energy customers in Australia. In order to sign an energy ‘Market Retail Contract’ (MRC) for your electricity, you must provide your EIC. In this update we explain what this means and how it protects you.

What are the rules for energy marketing and advertising?

Energy businesses do not have free reign to market and advertise their services and products however they would like. Marketing and advertising is regulated by a range of rules, some that apply specifically to energy businesses, and some that apply generally to businesses in Australia.

What are virtual power plants?

A virtual power plant is a series of separate renewable energy generators such as rooftop solar panels, wind farms, or hydropower that is linked together with load storage and control systems into a coordinated network.

Understanding the different types of retail tariff structures

The retail tariffs available across the NEM have their pros and cons. Know which one is best for your needs so you know you're making the right choice.

The consumer data right for energy

The Consumer Data Right (‘CDR’), is a right of individuals to access and transfer their own data held by an organisation or business. The CDR is being gradually applied to different industries over time.

The energy market’s dirty little secret: how comparison websites make money

When you choose a retailer via a comparison website, the comparison website charges the retailer a fee.This can be as much as $200! This is a significant amount, which obviously eats into the retailer’s profit margins, and forces the retailer to build this fee into the costs of all retail plans.

Ten ways to reduce electricity usage and costs

Electricity costs make up a big part of the monthly bill for most Australian homes. Here we go through ten ways that you can reduce your electricity usage and costs in order to bring that bill down and under control.

Sun tax - new regulation explained

A recent regulation allowing power companies to charge solar customers for electricity exported back to the grid has been announced. What does this mean for investors' revenue?

How important is the orientation of solar panels?

A question the Huglo Solar team often gets asked is "is it worth having panels on my home that face south?" Here we show the differences in value achieved depending on the orientation of your solar PV system.

Small-scale Technology Certificates (STC) – the hidden solar discount you might not know about

It’s fairly common knowledge you receive some hefty discounts for installing solar. But do you know how that discount is calculated and applied? It’s worth understanding before you choose your solar installer. Here’s the lowdown on small-scale technology certificates and the discount it offers.

All there is to know about solar panels

Everyone has heard of a solar panel, but do you know what it really is? We dive into how a solar panel generates electricity, can solar panels be recycled, and even if solar panels are worth it.

Solar panel warranties – what is the difference between product and performance warranties

There is a big difference between the product and performance warranties of solar panels. Huglo Solar recommends you focus on the product warranty as this provides a better indicator of the quality of panels and the risk of defects.

Report shows electricity prices falling and greater retail competition

A draft report by IPART 2021 show positive outcomes on performance and competitiveness of retailers, increased levels of customer engagement, a decrease in the electricity prices, and much more.

Huglo smart inverters – turning your generation into usable power

Solar inverters are the unsung hero of your solar system. These devices turn your DC power into usable AC power for your home. This is what you need to know about the inverters Huglo Solar installs.

Not all electricity comparison sites are equal – here's why.

We explain why Huglo is not your average electricity comparison site.

New solar PV sector reforms announced

A recent review of the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) regulations has been conducted to improve its integrity and ensure better protection for consumer against dubious operators.

New timeframes for installing or repairing meters that ‘share fusing’ between customers

The Australian Energy Market Commission (‘AEMC’), recently consulted on a draft rule change which adjusts the timeframes for installing a new meter, having a meter replaced, or fixing a malfunctioning meter, in those cases where two customers ‘share fusing’.

Home solar battery installation – is it worth the cost?

‘Is it worth investing in a home installed battery?’ It’s a question we get asked A LOT. Having run these calculations many times, we break them down for you in this article.

How to make sure you select a truly green retailer

Greenwashing has become more apparent in marketing, particularly in the energy industry. So we've sat down with Aussie provider, Energy Locals who gave us some tips about how to figure out which companies are truly green retailers.

Electric vehicle guide: all the major car makers’ EV commitments

Unsure of who is making electric vehicles now? There always seems to be a new story or a surprise release, so here we have collated the news to-date of car manufacturers who have announced their intentions for electric vehicles.

Are community solar gardens the future for renters?

We explore the concept of community solar gardens, the benefits they offer and the options available to even the playing field for those unable to access solar.

Get the most out of a solar PV system

So you’re thinking about getting a solar PV system or you have had your solar PV system installed and it’s working great, but you’re looking to get most out of it. Here are some tips to get the most value out of your system.

All there is to know about electric vehicles

Teslas, Nissan Leafs, Hyundai Ioniqs and the launch of the new all-electric Mini: We do a deep-dive into what electric cars are and if it’s worth it. An FAQ on electric cars, if you will.

A faster process for customers switching retailers

A range of new procedures were recently finalised by the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) which support faster switching for customers who have chosen a new retailer.

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