A common question we are asked is whether the solar power panels create hot water.  They don’t.  Read the rest of this entry »

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Click here to sign the gross solar feed in tariff petition
A feed-in tariff is a premium rate paid for electricity produced by a renewable source such as a grid connected rooftop solar system or wind turbine, usually over and above the market rate.
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A very common question we are asked is can solar panels withstand hail? This is a very important question as solar panels mounted on your roof are right in the line of fire of hail, so here is the answer.
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29  Dec
Clothes Drier Tips

If you need to use a clothes dryer regularly, here’s some efficiency tips that will help reduce environmental impact and save you money.
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Have you ever heard it said, “It takes more electricity to make a solar panel than it will ever produce?” This is an urban myth that has been circulating since the 1980’s.
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With the recent introduction of the net feed in tariff to Queensland comes a great opportunity to maximise the return on your solar power system. Here at Gold Coast Solar Power Solutions we recommend you implement the following to see your investment in renewable power bring you the maximum returns possible.
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So what’s all the fuss with gross and net metering? Read the rest of this entry »

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23  Jul
Heating & Cooling

Heating and Cooling uses the most energy in an average household, approximately 45%! To reduce this energy usage, consider the following tips.

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23  Jul
Appliances

Appliances are accountable for approximately 23% of an average household’s energy usage. To reduce the energy usage of your appliances:

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23  Jul
Water Heating

Did you know that electric element type hot water systems can be responsible for around 2 tonnes of greenhouse gases a year?! To become more energy efficient:

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