Solar panels on rooftops in Australia

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Does Australia have rooftop solar?

Rooftop solar in Australia has reached new heights hitting 4 million installations across the country. With Australians installing about 300,000 rooftop systems a year, 1 in 3 Aussie homes now have rooftop solar. Solar uptake has been driven by the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) which cuts upfront costs by about 30%.

How do rooftop solar panels work in Australia?

Australia’s rooftop solar systems use sun rays to generate electricity for homes and businesses. Sunlight hitting the solar panels triggers the photovoltaic effect, converting it into direct current (DC) electricity. This DC electricity flows through an inverter, transforming it into usable alternating current (AC) that powers your appliances.

Can I install a rooftop solar power system in Australia?

Unless otherwise specified, states and territories give automatic approval to rooftop solar power panel systems that comply with the Australian standard for solar installation: 5 kW or under. In most states and territories, there is automatic approval given to any other solar power system up to 5 kW. However, this is in not set in stone.

Why is Australia the world leader in rooftop solar?

As one of the sunniest countries in the world, harnessing our endless sunshine to power our homes and businesses with clean, affordable energy just makes sense. It’s no wonder we’re the world leader in rooftop solar. Already, more than 3.6 million Aussie households have taken control of their power bills by putting solar panels on their rooftops.

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