Anti-Islanding Testing | ACT Smart Electrical and Solar
In the ACT, Evo energy requires that all grid-connected solar PV systems undergo periodic testing every five years. This ensures that the inverter''s anti-islanding protection remains safe and
Many solar panels Canberra customers are installing solar panels first to lower power bills and keeping their options open to add a battery once prices come down (we expect they will over the next few years).
Sizing Your Solar System for Maximum ROI: The 6.6kW system is the most popular for Canberra homes, balancing affordability with energy production to achieve faster returns on investment.
Yes, solar panels are a good investment in Canberra. With 4.8 sun hours per day, households can lower electricity bills and increase energy independence. Self-consumption is the key to savings, as feed-in tariffs (FiTs) are low (7-10c/kWh). Payback period: Typically 4 to 8 years, depending on system size and usage patterns.
Solar Choice regularly publishes articles with indicative pricing for PV systems in Australia's capital cities (including Canberra) in our Solar Choice Price Index. Based on the price index data from March 2025, we can see that in Canberra a typical 6 kw solar system would cost $5,420 on average after deducting the STC rebate and including GST.
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