Why Install Solar Panels with Feed in Tariff Uncertainty

The premium feed in tariff schemes run by the individual state governments of Australia have now closed for new applications in some states and the rest, except for Queensland, are nearing their caps. However installing a solar panel system is beneficial itself even without the premium rates initially paid by the scheme.

Electricity cuts

The feed in tariff pays eligible solar PV system owners a specific rate for every kilowatt fed back to the grid but if you are not able to apply before your state cap is reached then the key in making electricity cuts rely in installing a system that suffice your energy needs.

Before purchasing a system make a simple study of your energy consumption, take your average energy usage in a month for at least a year using your electric bill. You can do this by simply subtracting the electrical reading after each from the date you wish to start with all the way to your latest bill (by doing so you will have your energy consumption monthly and see which month and season you use the most energy). Next is to subtract the first dating bill that you wish to start with all the way up to your present bill then divide them according to the number of months. The average energy consumption combined with your monthly usage will you give a clear idea how much energy you consume and when. After gathering those data, you can now decide what system size will be just enough for your home.

Without the feed in tariff scheme going off grid can also be an option, just be sure to install a solar panel system that exceeds your needs and purchase a reliable battery pack.

Environmental preservation

With or without the feed in tariff scheme, the carbon reduction effects of the system will be the same; you can still make significant cuts to your carbon footprint and preserve our environment for future generations.

A thought to ponder

It is best to combine your solar power system with a solar hot water system; this will ensure better energy sustainability especially for households who wish to go off grid and never to receive electricity bills again.

Always be sure to purchase your systems from certified manufacturers and solar retailers who are listed by the clean energy council of Australia. It is published on their extensive website for safety and quality reasons.