Energy

Reduce Swimming Pool electricity use while improving water quality

When you slow most things down it is quite reasonable to expect that you will save a bit of energy, just think of the difference between running and walking or…

July 11th, 2018

Electricity Meters: Types and Supposed Hazards

Electricity meters are often confusingly named but there are 3 basic types:- The old, Black Spinning Disc Meters that have been in use for about 100 years. These are also…

July 23rd, 2018

10 Top Tips to Save Electricity in the Home

1. Heating and Cooling Run the air-conditioning a little warmer in summer and a little cooler in winter. It will make a big difference. Air conditioners’ efficiency drops dramatically once…

December 11th, 2018

Solar Power and the economy

Australia is a global leader with solar PV generation and there are massive forward commitments for large scale arrays and large forward marketing estimates for roof-top solar as at January 2018. The sun is free and solar panels seem to be inexpensive and getting cheaper, so, why are electricity prices rising so much? Electricity prices have nearly tripled in a decade and, despite some political and pundit comments, it seems inevitable that they will continue to rise. We often hear that solar electricity is the least expensive sort of electricity available, so, how can that be?

February 14th, 2018

The meaning of Energy Star Ratings

This section is a regular feature of our newsletters. It is intended to be unbiased, general Industry comment dealing in objective facts. What do Star Ratings mean? They have…

May 10th, 2018

THE Six Biggest Myths about Battery Storage

This is the title of an interesting article by Finn Peacock, an industry consultant and strong advocate of solar energy. The following is a much shortened version. The link to…

July 25th, 2018

Pooled Energy moves into the big-time with a $2.5M grant from the Australian Renewable Energy Authority (ARENA)

Press Release by ARENA and POOLED ENERGY – 15th February
5000 swimming pools to trial technology that saves energy, manages peak demand, and improves Grid stability

February 16th, 2018

If I Have a Swimming Pool What Sort of Electricity Meter is Best? What to do if You Have Both a Swimming Pool and Solar Panels!

A General Discussion to HELP You Understand the Different Types of Meters and Their Advantages Electricity retailers are not legally permitted to recommend types of meters. If you have a swimming…

May 15th, 2017

Do you have an Infinity Pool? It’s cooling the water by several degrees.

Infinity Edge pools look marvellous with that waterfall over the edge and the sublime look with the eye drawn to infinity over perfect water. However, that waterfall is an excellent…

April 30th, 2017