This week

The energy sector is full of terms and references that might be unfamiliar.

Many rooftop solar systems are not operating as well as they should. Solar monitoring systems and regular services can help.

The electrification of everything is increasingly seen as the best way to get to net zero by 2050. But some myths and half truths about electric appliances and electrification have emerged.

Zero interest finance is being offered by Brighte to households willing to install a home battery and join a virtual power plant.

Solar shown to be an option for remote First Nations communities in the Northern Territory who rarely have rooftop solar, and often don't have enough power to run essential appliances.

Gas disconnection fees were recently capped at $220 for householders in Victoria, but gas companies are allowed to spread the rest of the disconnection cost to remaining gas customers.

Several scientific studies now show that the gases and particulates released from gas appliances used indoors are having an adverse impact on our health.

The remote Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary in South Australia shows how outback communities can have a clean, sustainable future

Record numbers of households in Australia are installing home batteries, with South Australia 'punching above its weight' because of government renewable incentives

This year's federal budget has the potential to use abundant Aussie wind and sunshine to power more of our driving, cooking and heating, and slash both energy bills and carbon emissions.