Tasmania has one of the lowest uptakes of solar in Australia, with just 18 per cent of homes fitted with PV systems. However, solar energy solution power provider Qcells is addressing low residential PV adoption with the state’s first fully integrated solar, battery and energy plan.
Tasmanian Labor energy spokesperson Dean Winter recently warned residents that the dramatic energy price hikes experienced in Victoria could be replicated on the Apple Isle, and that average household energy expenses could rise by around $500 per bill during the next financial year.
However, backed by rebates available through the Federal Government’s small-scale technology certificates program – the average solar rebate in Tasmania is $1875 for a 5kW solar system – the Qcells package is designed to give Tasmanians electricity independence with integrated end-to-end solar panel, battery and energy plans.
The plans include a 15-year battery warranty and fixed monthly costs which can be spread across a 10-year period, with local technicians available for consumer support.
“Tasmanians are defined by their resilience and independence, and the way they power their homes should reflect that,” says Mick Fell, general manager, commercial operations, Qcells Australia.
“It makes sense for us to offer our all-inclusive energy solution that will deliver Tasmanians bill savings and energy independence.”