The Latest Breaking News from Solar Citizens

Blitz on dodgy electrical work results in $22k in fines

Dozens of improvement notices have been issued for poor electrical work across the Hunter.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 20

How electric cars could drive renewable energy change

Motorists could support Australia's national electricity grid by using their cars as batteries, a report says, but policies and standards need to change.

AAP · Sep 2, 2024

Queensland renters locked out of solar savings

In the lead-up to the Queensland state election, Solar Citizens wants the major parties to make big commitments to renewable energy.

AAP · Aug 23, 2024

Rooftop solar, electric cars could solve energy puzzle

Savvy households could lead Australia's transition to clean energy with solar panels, batteries and electric cars, a report has found, but reforms are needed.

AAP · May 5, 2024

Nuclear's yesterday's technology, with a vintage price tag

Solar a win-win: Hunter communities deserve best option

Newcastle Herald · Apr 26, 2024

Ute-turn: electric, hybrid utes ready for Aussie launch

Electric and hybrid utes are queuing up to launch in Australia following policy changes, and experts say they offer benefits which could attract new fans.

AAP · Apr 20, 2024

Call for rebates to help apartment dwellers go green

People who live in apartments are less likely to benefit from solar power or efficient electric appliances and they need targeted help, a conference has heard.

AAP · Apr 18, 2024

Renters could save $1300 a year with solar rollout

Renters, apartment dwellers and low-income households could save thousands on energy bills if the government staged a national solar rollout, a study has found.

AAP · Apr 14, 2024

Drivers could save $11.2 billion with EU efficiency standards

Drivers could save a combined $11.2 billion on fuel over five years if the Government adopted a Fuel Efficiency Standard similar to the European Union's.

The New Daily · Mar 28, 2023

Rooftop solar feed-in charges 'unlikely' in Qld

Queensland's energy minister has hosed down concerns about a "sun tax" on homeowners for feeding solar power back to the grid, as has been proposed in NSW.

AAP · Mar 16, 2023