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If you’ve invested in solar panels for your home, it’s only natural to want to protect that investment and keep your system performing at its best. One of the most common questions homeowners ask us is whether solar panels actually need cleaning or if rain is enough to do the job. The short answer—well, it’s not so short. The answer is sometimes yes, sometimes no. Like many aspects of solar performance, the real answer depends on your environment, your roof, and how your system is set up. Understanding when cleaning helps your system out (and when it doesn’t) can save you money, time, and

Australia is uniquely positioned to help lead the global transition toward clean, affordable energy. With some of the highest solar irradiation levels in the world, a strong renewable energy sector, and growing government and industry support, solar power has quickly become a central factor in Australia’s strategy for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #7 (SDG 7). SDG 7 aims to ensure access to reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for everyone by the year 2030. Amazingly, for numerous Australian households and businesses, solar energy is no longer a far-off future

Helping Queensland landlords save upfront — and helping tenants save every day. The Queensland Government’s Supercharged Solar for Renters program is now open, offering eligible landlords a rebate of up to $3,500 to install rooftop solar on rental properties. This initiative helps landlords reduce upfront installation costs while delivering meaningful electricity savings to tenants.

How the iStore EV Charger’s Solar‑Only Mode Helps You Beat Rising Energy & Fuel Costs If you own an electric vehicle and already have rooftop solar, you’re perfectly positioned to unlock the cleanest — and cheapest — form of home charging available today. Thanks to the iStore EV Charger with Solar‑Only Mode, Australian homeowners can now charge their EVs using excess solar power only, cutting down on energy bills, reducing grid reliance, and avoiding the pain of skyrocketing fuel prices. Solargain's Ricardo Merlacco chats to iStore's Jack 'Longi' Long to get the latest updates for the iStore

From Fossil Gas to Rooftop Power: How Australia Is Quietly Building One of the World’s Largest Power Stations In the global energy system, a single narrow stretch of water plays an outsized role. Each year, around 20% of the world’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) trade passes through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint linking major fossil‑fuel exporters to global markets. This gas must be constantly extracted, processed, shipped, and burned to produce electricity—energy that is gone the moment it’s used. But as the world grapples with energy security, rising demand, and the need for

Important Update for Huawei and iStore Battery Customers Attention to all Huawei and iStore modular battery customers An important announcement regarding the future of Huawei & iStore modular battery systems. Starting January 1st, 2027, batteries with 5kWh modules will no longer be expandable. It’s crucial for customers to understand the implications of this change. December 31st Deadline to expand your modular Huawei/ iStore Battery System No Future Expansions: After December 31, 2026, if you currently own an Huawei or iStore modular battery, you will not be able to expand its capacity. This

Solargain Highlights Success of Cheaper Home Batteries Program with Government Leaders in Regional Victoria PRESS RELEASE Perth, Australia, 19th February  2026 Updated: 22nd February 2026 - Added further comments. Perth, Australia– Solargain, one of Australia’s leading solar and battery specialists, today showcased a real-life demonstration of its iStore home battery and backup system at a private residence in Bendigo, regional Victoria. The event was attended by Federal Climate Change and Energy Minister Hon Chris Bowen MP, Lisa Chesters MP for Bendigo, Solargain Dealership CEO Bryn Foletta

We are incredibly grateful to announce that, through our partnership with Solar Dwellings, our amazing customers have helped raise $1,800 for The Hunger Project in 2025! The Hunger Project is a not-for-profit organisation empowering women across vulnerable communities in Africa, South Asia, and Latin America. Since our partnership began in July 2023, we are proud to have raised a running total of $4,100 for The Hunger Project Australia. We look forward to continuing to raise funds for The Hunger Project in 2026 and beyond. At Solargain, we are committed to being your sustainable energy

There is a saying that “where there is life, there is hope.” Well, at Solargain, we say that where there is light, there is solar! In Australia, we are fortunate to experience extended periods of sunny weather all year long, with solar generation output steadily climbing from mid-August to its peak around late December. On average, no matter which time of year it is, Australia receives around eight hours of sunlight per day. That means there are plenty of opportunities for you to harness its power via solar energy solutions! However, since solar panels utilise light rather than pure heat, the

Navigating solar rebates in Australia can be overwhelming, especially because every state and territory offers different incentives, loan programs, and energy-efficiency schemes. Whether you are a homeowner, renter, landlord, or business owner, the support available to you will depend heavily on where you live and what products you are investing in, and knowing what is on offer can help make a significant difference to your upfront installation costs and long-term energy savings. This guide breaks down the latest solar rebates and incentives state by state, outlining what’s currently available

As solar product incentives continue to grow across Australia, more and more property owners are rushing to secure their own panels to cash in on numerous government rebates and grants. But with this surge in demand has also come a wave of low-cost, low-quality solar deals that promise big savings upfront yet often deliver the exact opposite. From system failures and costly repairs to the very real risk of losing your eligibility for government grants altogether, what looks like a bargain on cheap solar panel installation can very quickly unravel into a financial disaster. Before committing to

Australia is facing an uncertain energy future. Rising energy costs are becoming more compounded by the increased cost of living, and there is a growing push towards sustainability and more environmentally friendly energy alternatives. New South Wales is one of many states leading the way towards a more sustainable energy economy, experiencing a solar power boom with over 30% of homes now using solar. Across the state, record numbers of households are installing solar to cut their electricity bills and reduce carbon emissions. Many residents in New South Wales have turned to installing solar