Solar Batteries

Adding Batteries to Your Existing Solar System: A Complete Guide for Melbourne Homeowners

If you already have solar panels installed, you’re halfway to energy independence. The next smart step for many Melbourne homeowners is adding a solar battery to their existing system. With rising electricity prices, changing feed-in tariffs, and evolving government incentives, solar batteries are quickly becoming one of the most valuable upgrades for Victorian homes. At […]
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Growatt vs Fox ESS solar batteries

Growatt vs Fox ESS Batteries: Which Solar Battery Is Best for Melbourne Homes?

With electricity prices rising and solar feed-in tariffs continuing to drop, more Melbourne homeowners are choosing solar battery storage to take control of their energy usage. Among the most trusted battery brands in Australia today are Growatt and Fox ESS—both known for reliability, safety, and strong performance. At Climate Green Melbourne, we install and support […]
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Battery Rebates Changing

Battery Rebates Are Changing From 1 May 2026: What Melbourne Homeowners Need to Know

Australia’s push toward clean energy continues, but Solar Battery Rebates Changing to change significantly from 1 May 2026. For Melbourne and Victorian homeowners planning to install a battery, understanding these changes now could mean thousands of dollars in savings. At Climate Green Melbourne, we’re helping households stay ahead of policy changes and maximise available incentives […]
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CQ6 HV Battery

Fox ESS Launches CQ6 HV Battery to Enhance Residential Energy Storage Performance

Fox ESS has officially unveiled its new CQ6 High Voltage (HV) Storage Battery, designed to meet the growing demand from Australian households and businesses for higher-capacity energy storage, faster payback, and simpler installation. Launched in late December, the CQ6 arrives at a pivotal time for Australia’s clean-energy transition, as more homes move toward electrification and […]
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Solar Battery Installation

Why Summer Is the Best Season for Solar Battery Installation

Installing a solar battery is one of the smartest upgrades Melbourne homeowners can make—but choosing the right time to install is just as important as choosing the right system. In Victoria, summer stands out as the best season for solar battery installation, offering higher energy generation, faster savings, and smoother installation conditions. At Climate Green […]
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Home Battery Size Guide

Home Battery Size Guide for Melbourne Homes: How Much Capacity Do You Really Need?

Choosing the right home battery size is one of the most important decisions when investing in energy storage. A battery that’s too small won’t last through outages, while an oversized system can cost more than you’ll ever recover in savings. For Melbourne homeowners, the ideal battery size depends on how much energy you use, what […]
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Government Energy Policies

How Government Policies Are Pushing Victoria Toward All-Electric Homes

Victoria is undergoing one of the most significant residential energy transformations in its history. Across Melbourne and regional Victoria, homeowners are increasingly moving away from gas and embracing all-electric homes powered by solar, batteries, heat pumps, and energy-efficient air conditioning. This shift isn’t accidental. It’s being actively shaped by state and federal government policies, rebate […]
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Solar Battery Size Guide

Solar Battery Size Guide for Melbourne: 5kWh vs 10kWh vs 15kWh

Choosing the right solar battery size is a critical step for Melbourne homeowners looking to maximise solar savings, protect against blackouts, and future-proof their homes as electricity prices continue to rise. At Climate Green Melbourne, we regularly help Victorian households decide between 5kWh, 10kWh, and 15kWh solar battery systems. The right choice depends on your […]
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