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Commercial power bills and grid upgrade costs are smashing local businesses. In this episode, Peter shows how one owner avoided a substation upgrade, kept his machinery running, and cut over $10,000 a year from his electricity bill using a properly designed solar‑and‑battery system.

◼️ How commercial solar delivers fast ROI

◼️ How batteries solve peak demand and grid upgrade issues

◼️ How we designed a system that saved this business tens of thousands

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:18 Why brand choice matters

00:00:46 Why dedicated manufacturers are safer

00:01:26 When big brands fail on support

00:02:49 Installer quality and long‑term service

00:03:25 SunGrow overview

00:04:15 Solax overview

00:05:01 SigEnergy overview

00:06:27 GoodWe overview

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Most inverter and battery claims are marketing fluff. Peter breaks down the four brands he actually trusts after 16 years on the tools, and why dedicated manufacturers outperform the rest.

◼️ Why dedicated solar‑and‑battery brands matter

◼️ Real failures from big household‑name companies

◼️ The four brands Peter installs in 2026

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:18 Why brand choice matters

00:00:46 Why dedicated manufacturers are safer

00:01:26 When big brands fail on support

00:02:49 Installer quality and long‑term service

00:03:25 SunGrow overview

00:04:15 Solax overview

00:05:01 SigEnergy overview

00:06:27 GoodWe overview

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The solar industry is full of cowboys, high‑pressure sales tactics, fake discounts, “free solar” scams, and battery offers that fall apart the moment something goes wrong. In this episode, Peter exposes the biggest lies homeowners are being told in 2026, and shows you exactly how to protect yourself before signing anything.

◼️ The truth behind door‑knockers and “sign tonight” discounts

◼️ Why “free solar” is never free, and how the finance trap works

◼️ The $2,000 battery scam targeting older homeowners

◼️ Fake urgency, fake eligibility, and fake government language

◼️ How to avoid every trap with one simple rule: deal local

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:36 Door‑knocker pressure tactics

00:01:47 Fake discounts and inflated pricing

00:02:44 “Free solar” finance trap

00:04:03 Why dealing local protects you

00:04:43 The $2,000 battery scam

00:06:46 Fake urgency and fake eligibility

00:07:53 The four lies to avoid

00:08:06 How to protect yourself properly

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Most people buying solar in 2026 are about to make a very expensive mistake, and they won’t realise until it’s too late. In this episode, Peter lays out the five things he’d want to know before going solar this year, from real savings to product selection, warranties, installation quality, and future‑proofing your system.

◼️ How to calculate your real savings before getting a quote

◼️ The brands that actually stand behind their warranties

◼️ Why the installer matters more than the panels

◼️ What “EV‑ready” really means in 2026

◼️ The one question almost no one asks, but every homeowner should

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:21 - Real Savings: Calculating True Solar Savings

00:01:03 - Sales Tactics: Beware of Inflated Savings Claims

00:01:45 - DIY Analysis: Estimating Your Own Savings

00:02:06 - Product Selection: Choosing Panels, Batteries, and Inverters

00:02:58 - Accountability: Importance of Reputable Suppliers

00:03:19 - Inverter Quality: The Brains of Your Solar System

00:03:40 - AusEnergy: Our Family Business Approach

00:04:00 - Installation Company: Choosing the Right Installer

00:04:54 - After-Sales Support: Handling Small Issues

00:05:37 - Warranties: Understanding Product Warranties

00:05:58 - Warranty Ownership: Who Backs Your Warranty?

00:07:00 - Future-Proofing: Ensuring Long-Term Compatibility

00:08:13 - Key Question: Monitoring Data from Similar Systems

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In this new episode, Peter breaks down the five solar mistakes costing Australians thousands, showing how small decisions made on day one can lead to failed equipment, rising bills, and long‑term frustration.

◼️ The mistakes homeowners keep repeating

◼️ Why “cheap” solar becomes the most expensive

◼️ How wrong sizing wipes out long‑term savings

◼️ The battery rebate trap most people don’t know about

◼️ What a proper, high‑quality installation actually looks like

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:23 Mistake #1

00:01:59 Mistake #2

00:03:25 Mistake #3

00:04:37 Mistake #4

00:05:43 Mistake #5,

00:07:23 What good solar actually looks like

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In this episode, Peter breaks down the exact solar and battery system designed for a Sunshine Coast family who were paying $1,000 a month in power bills. He explains why four other companies got the numbers wrong, how the custom system was engineered, and what the real six‑month savings data shows.

◼️ How a properly designed system cut a $1,000 bill to around $100

◼️ The real usage data, savings and payback period

◼️ Why custom design matters for complex properties and high bills

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:09 Four Solar Companies, No Straight Answers

00:01:40 Why Every Quote Bob Received Was Wrong

00:02:33 The Problem With Cookie‑Cutter Solar Packages

00:03:00 Designing a System for a Complex Property

00:03:45 The 30kW Inverter and 72‑Panel Setup

00:04:45 Why Panel Type and Shading Mattered

00:05:10 The 48kWh Battery and Brand Choices

00:05:28 Real Six‑Month Performance Data

00:06:20 How Bob’s Bill Dropped From $1,000 to $100

00:06:46 Payback Period and Long‑Term ROI

00:07:12 Why Custom Design Beats Generic Packages

00:07:46 The Importance of Proper Monitoring and Support

00:08:21 What a Correctly Designed System Actually Delivers

00:08:50 Why Results Like Bob’s Are Common

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In this episode, Peter breaks down how solar and battery systems can genuinely help Australians fight rising power bills and the broader cost‑of‑living crunch. He explains what proper system design looks like, how it locks in household budgets, and why quality installations can even add measurable value to a property.

◼️ How solar and batteries cut bills and protect against price hikes

◼️ The real payback period and property value impact

◼️ Options for renters and landlords most people don’t know about

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:21 - Overview: How Solar Helps with the Cost of Living

00:00:31 - Point 1: The Rising Cost of Living in Australia

00:01:24 - Point 2: Can Solar Eliminate Your Power Bill?

00:03:07 - Point 3: Locking in Your Budget Against Future Price Rises

00:04:21 - Point 4: Solar's Impact on Property Value

00:05:23 - Point 5: The Payback Period for Solar

00:06:16 - Point 6: Solar Options for Renters and Landlords

00:07:29 - Point 7: Addressing Skepticism About Solar

00:08:32 - Conclusion: Taking Control of Your Power Costs with Solar

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In this new episode, Peter reacts to the biggest viral solar videos circulating online and breaks down what’s real, what’s misleading, and what homeowners should actually pay attention to. He reviews claims about subsidies, rooftop solar overtaking coal, dodgy installs, and the numbers influencers are pushing, giving his take on where the facts hold up and where they fall short.

◼️ Why certain viral solar claims don’t match real‑world outcomes

◼️ The actual figures behind subsidies, batteries and rooftop solar

◼️ What homeowners should look for before trusting online advice

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:19 - Government Subsidies and Solar Investment

00:00:54 - The Solar Sharer Scheme Explained

00:02:02 - Maximizing Benefits from Free Energy Hours

00:03:14 - The Role of Batteries in Solar Energy

00:04:20 - Rooftop Solar Capacity vs. Coal Power

00:05:02 - The Importance of Base Load Power

00:05:36 - Cost of Living Crisis and Clean Energy Solutions

00:06:31 - Fossil Fuel Subsidies vs. Renewable Energy Investment

00:08:04 - Government Support for Solar and Batteries

00:08:55 - Personal Experience with Solar Installation

00:10:51 - Concerns About Installation Quality

00:12:56 - Audit Findings on Installation Standards

00:13:51 - Debate on Solar's Impact on Property Value

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In this first episode of OzEnergi, Peter breaks down the five biggest lies homeowners are being told about solar and how to protect yourself before signing anything.

He exposes the tactics used by cheap operators, explains what’s actually true about rebates, warranties and savings, and shows viewers how to check whether a company is legitimate before trusting them with a major investment.

◼️ The truth behind “zero power bills”

◼️ Why solar still saves money when installed properly

◼️ What’s really happening with rebates and battery pricing

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:21 - Lie #1

00:01:14 - Reality of Solar Savings

00:01:46 - Lie #2

00:02:28 - Honest Business Practices

00:03:00 - Lie #3

00:04:24 - Lie #4

00:05:28 - Lie #5

00:07:14 - Importance of Getting Multiple Quotes

00:07:48 - Protecting Yourself: Do Your Homework

00:08:09 - Practical Toolkit for Protecting Yourself

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