Energy Matters

25/05/2026

Australia’s battery rebate landscape changed on May 1, and bigger no longer means better. The new tiered subsidy structure rewards smart sizing, not oversized systems that bleed into lower rebate zones.

The Anker SOLIX AU X1’s modular 5kWh design hits the sweet spot for Australian homes, whether you need 15kWh, 20kWh, or 25kWh of storage. Add whole-home backup, VPP readiness, ultra-slim design, and C5-M coastal durability, and it becomes more than a battery. It becomes a strategy.

If you’re considering battery storage after the STC changes, this is worth reading.

MORE 👉https://www.energymatters.com.au/renewable-news/navigating-the-post-may-1-battery-rebate-why-the-anker-solix-x1-is-the-perfect-match/

25/05/2026

What happens when Open Homes Australia, RESINC Solar & Batteries, Anker SOLIX AU, and Endeavour Foundation come together? One seriously impressive dream home.

Set in the stunning Sunshine Coast Hinterland, this luxury Maleny prize home combines incredible design with next-generation energy technology, including a massive solar system, Anker SOLIX battery storage, EV charging, and blackout protection installed by Resinc Solar.

Even better, every ticket sold helps support the incredible work of Endeavour Foundation, which has been changing lives for 75 years.

Read more and enter the lottery 👉 https://www.energymatters.com.au/renewable-news/win-this-open-homes-australia-dream-home-powered-by-anker-solix-and-resinc-solar/

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18/05/2026

What happens when beautiful design meets smart energy technology?

In Episode 1 of Season 9 of Open Homes Australia, Roshan Ramnarain visits Designer James Treble to explore a fully electrified coastal property powered by GoodWe Australia and New Zealand technology.

From solar panels across three roof faces to battery storage powering both the main home and guest house, this episode showcases how Australian households can reduce bills, improve energy independence, and prepare for the future with hybrid inverters, EV chargers, and smart energy management.

Read more about the technology behind James’ future-ready home 👉
https://www.energymatters.com.au/renewable-news/open-homes-australia-season-9-how-goodwe-technology-powers-james-trebles-future-ready-home/

13/05/2026

From portable power stations to large C&I storage, Bluetti Australia has it all! Roshan stopped by the BLUETTI booth at Smart Energy Council Smart Energy Expo 2026 to chat with Lachlan Wornes about the exciting new range of C&I ESS and the state of play of the battery industry post-May.

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From portable power stations to large C&I storage, BLUETTI has it all! Roshan stopped by the BLUETTI booth at Smart Energy Expo 2026 to chat with Lachlan Wor...

13/05/2026

It wouldn't be the Smart Energy Expo without stopping by to see Ross Crawford and AIKO Energy Asia-Pacific! Roshan caught up with Ross to discuss the whopping 500W residential panel that is setting the standard on output and efficiency.

Catch AIKO on Open Homes Australia, Saturdays at 5PM on Channel 9Life

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It wouldn't be an expo without stopping by to see Ross Crawford and AIKO! Roshan caught up with Ross to discuss the whopping 500W residential panel that is s...

12/05/2026

Roshan visited the Alpha ESS Australia booth at this year's Smart Energy Council Smart Energy Expo to check out their residential and commercial solutions and to chat with Business Development Manager William Xia.

After a bumper year, William explains why he believes that the trend around batteries has only just begun.

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Roshan visited the AlphaESS booth at this year's Smart Energy Expo to check out their residential and commercial solutions and to chat with Business Developm...

12/05/2026

Big batteries, smarter EV charging, and integrated home energy solutions were front and centre at Smart Energy 2026. Fox ESS Australia showcased its latest solar storage and EV charging technology, while also taking home recognition as the Top Solar Company for Fastest Growing Battery from SunWiz.

With more Australians embracing battery storage and EVs, Fox ESS says the future of home energy is connected, intelligent, and built for energy independence.

WATCH 👀 https://youtu.be/VOzODFe6K-k

Read More👉 https://www.energymatters.com.au/renewable-news/fox-ess-showcases-integrated-solar-storage-and-ev-charging-at-smart-energy-2026/

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12/05/2026

Roshan caught up with John Wright, Marketing Manager for GoodWe Australia and New Zealand, at this year's Smart Energy Council Smart Energy Expo to chat about the GoodWe ESA, changes to the federal battery rebate, and what energy independence really looks like with solar and battery storage.

Catch GoodWe this Saturday on Open Homes Australia at 5PM on Channel 9Life.

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Roshan caught up with John Wright, Marketing Manager for GoodWe, at this year's Smart Energy Expo to chat about the GoodWe ESA, changes to the federal batter...

12/05/2026

Anker SOLIX AU has unveiled its all-new XE hybrid battery, providing real solutions for households looking to maximise the current federal battery rebate. Roshan caught up with Phil Krok, sales manager for Anker SOLIX, at Smart Energy Council Smart Energy Expo 2026 to chat about the new home energy storage solution and the exciting things coming this year.

Catch Anker SOLIX on season 9 of Open Homes Australia on Channel 9Life - 5PM Saturdays beginning the 16th of May.

WATCH 👀 https://youtu.be/rliqFonJ3FE

Read more about the new XE: https://www.energymatters.com.au/renewable-news/anker-solix-xe-targets-australias-new-battery-rebate-sweet-spot/

Get FREE Quotes for Anker SOLIX solutions: https://www.energymatters.com.au/anker-solix/anker-solix-free-battery-quotes/

Anker SOLIX has unveiled its all-new XE hybrid battery, providing real solutions for households looking to maximise the current federal battery rebate. Rosha...

08/05/2026

Congratulations to Cynthia! Winner of our Sydney Build Expo 2026 competition where she is now the proud owner of a BLUETTI AC50B portable power station, delivered by Lockie from BLUETTI.

This power station will not only provide much-needed power during blackouts and emergencies but can become your travel buddy to power your devices while camping, at the park, or on road trips.

A very big thank you to Bluetti Australia and the team at the Sydney Build Expo.

Looking to find out more about BLUETTI portable power stations and home energy storage? Visit https://www.energymatters.com.au/bluetti/

04/05/2026

Bigger, smarter, and built for the long haul.

FranklinWH-Australia has launched its enhanced 15 kWh aPower battery in Australia and New Zealand, delivering more usable energy, higher lifetime output, and real savings for households.

With rising power prices and new battery incentives on the horizon, this upgrade could not have landed at a better time.

MORE 👉 https://www.energymatters.com.au/renewable-news/franklinwh-launches-enhanced-15-kwh-apower-battery-in-australia-and-new-zealand/