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Solar Battery Rebate Rush: Don’t Choose The Wrong Installer - EP64
Jun 19, 2026
59m 17s
Battery Rebate Rush: What Solar Installers Are Seeing on the Front Line - EP63
Jun 5, 2026
48m 35s
SolaX Battery Deep Dive: Backup, Safety, Support and Real-World Performance - EP 62
May 15, 2026
57m 57s
Good, Better, Best: How Installers Actually Choose Home Batterries - EP 61
May 1, 2026
45m 34s
Are We Installing Too Many Home Batteries Too Fast in Australia?
Apr 16, 2026
1h 12m 57s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 6/19/26 |  Solar Battery Rebate Rush: Don’t Choose The Wrong Installer - EP64 | Derek and Daniel discuss battery rebates, installer quality, Sigenergy, Tesla, ESY Sunhome, VPPs, EV charging and why the future home is becoming both a power station and fuel station. Timestamps: 00:00 – Why poor battery installs can void warranty 00:46 – Podcast intro from Smart Energy Week 01:24 – Meeting in China and the Sigenergy factory 03:14 – How AI is changing solar businesses 05:00 – Battery rebate demand and pressure on installers 08:16 – Install wait times blowing out 11:30 – Why... | 59m 17s | ||||||
| 6/5/26 |  Battery Rebate Rush: What Solar Installers Are Seeing on the Front Line - EP63 | What’s really happening on the ground during Australia’s battery boom? Hugh Salisbury from Salisbury Solar & Electrical shares what he's seeing across the Tweed, Byron Bay and Northern Rivers regions. From battery rebate demand and oversized battery mistakes to solar cowboys, customer education, EV readiness and choosing the right battery brands, this is a practical discussion about getting solar and batteries right. Timestamps: 00:00 – Energy costs, diesel prices and why people are look... | 48m 35s | ||||||
| 5/15/26 |  SolaX Battery Deep Dive: Backup, Safety, Support and Real-World Performance - EP 62 | In this podcast, Markus speaks with Josh Hargrave from @SolaXPowerGlobal (https://au.solaxpower.com/) about why the brand has become one of Australia’s long-standing battery and inverter players. They discuss the battery rebate boom, product reliability, backup capability, VPP performance with Reposit, safety features, installer support, EV charging and why proven technology matters when choosing a solar battery. 00:00 – Choosing the right solar battery 02:40 – Battery rebate boom and ... | 57m 57s | ||||||
| 5/1/26 |  Good, Better, Best: How Installers Actually Choose Home Batterries - EP 61 | In this conversation, Daniele Lanzetta from Smart Energy Answers (https://www.smartenergyanswers.com.au/) and Lincoln Bell from Lenergy (https://lenergy.com.au/) share real installer insights into why the ESY Sunhome (https://www.esysunhome.com/) battery is gaining traction across Australia. They unpack the benefits of all-in-one battery systems, essential backup capability, scalability, installer experience, and why strong local support matters when choosing a home battery. 00:00 Chea... | 45m 34s | ||||||
| 4/16/26 |  Are We Installing Too Many Home Batteries Too Fast in Australia? | Dean Spaccavento from Reposit explains what’s really happening behind the battery rebate, winter electricity price spikes, and how AI data centres could reshape Australia’s energy future. Watch the full discussion and see what it means for solar and battery owners. Timestamps: 00:00 How AI is changing jobs — which careers are safe in the future 04:40 Will AI data centres push electricity prices higher in Australia? 07:30 Who really pays for new grid infrastructure — consumers or devel... | 1h 12m 57s | ||||||
| 4/2/26 |  Fuel Security, EVs and Solar Batteries: What Australia Must Do Next | Smart Energy Council CEO John Grimes joins Markus to discuss Australia’s fuel security risks, China’s dominance in EVs and clean-energy manufacturing, and why rooftop solar, batteries and electrification are becoming essential for national resilience. The conversation explores energy policy, global politics, renter access to solar, and how Australia can capture more value from the world’s biggest energy transition. Timestamps: 0:00 Australia’s fuel security risk and why diesel shortag... | 55m 32s | ||||||
| 3/25/26 |  Home Energy Audit Could Save You Thousands on Energy Bills – Here's Why - EP58 | Home energy audits can dramatically improve comfort and reduce electricity bills before you even install solar or solar batteries. In this episode, Markus speaks with Adam Corrigan from Your Energy Friend (https://www.yourenergyfriend.com.au/) about hidden insulation problems, energy efficiency star ratings, switching electricity tariffs, hot water system choices, and the simple upgrades that can save thousands in Australian homes. Timestamps: 00:00 The insulation mistake found in brand-new... | 1h 24m 59s | ||||||
| 3/18/26 |  Battery Boom, EVs & Energy Costs: Where Australia Is Heading - EP57 | In this episode, Markus speaks with Derek McKercher from PSW Energy (https://pswenergy.com.au/) about the impact of the solar battery rebate, the risks of cheap battery systems, why installer quality and long-term support matter, how falling feed-in tariffs are changing the value of solar-only systems, and why EVs are reshaping the way solar and battery systems should be designed. The discussion also covers battery recalls, product selection, Australian-made panels, recycling challenges, and ... | 1h 28m 20s | ||||||
| 3/6/26 |  Choosing The Right Solar Installer: Don't Make This Mistake - EP56 | Electricity prices are rising, feed-in tariffs are collapsing, and the solar industry is shifting toward batteries. In this episode, Markus Lambert speaks with Chris Pemberton from Sun Sellers about the realities of selling solar today. They explore why solar alone often no longer delivers the savings homeowners expected, how batteries are changing the economics, and why many cheap solar offers lead to long-term problems. The conversation also dives into ethical solar sales, how local instal... | 1h 05m 13s | ||||||
| 2/8/26 |  The Battery Boom: Energy Security, China Dependence & the Cost of Getting It Wrong - EP55 | Australia is racing into a solar and battery boom, but are we quietly trading energy independence for dependency? In this wide-ranging conversation, Markus Lambert sits down with Brian Craighhead from Energy Renaissance to unpack why energy security is now national security, why Australia can’t compete with China on price, and how slow bureaucracy is killing local manufacturing. They explore the battery rebate, AI-driven job losses, supply-chain risk, cyber security, rushed installs, safety... | 1h 43m 26s | ||||||
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| 1/28/26 |  Don't Wait! Why Solar Prices Are About to Spike - EP54 | In this discussion, Markus and Thomas Bywater from AIKO dive into how geopolitics can significantly influence solar panel price. We explore the broader economy and international affairs, examining their impact on the finance of solar energy. This political analysis sheds light on the complex factors affecting solar panels.In this discussion, we dive into how world affairs and global politics directly impact solar panel pricing. Understanding these connections is crucial for anyone inter... | 25m 05s | ||||||
| 1/25/26 |  From Rooftop to Recycling: The Journey of a Decommissioned Solar Panel - EP53 | In this episode, Markus sits down with James Petesic from PV Industries (https://www.pvindustries.com.au/) to unpack the hidden reality of solar panel recycling, why exporting “working” solar panels is now illegal, and how critical materials like silver, copper and silicon are at risk of being lost forever. Want To Reduce Your Energy Bills? Find The Best Solar Installers in Australia Here: https://yourenergyanswers.com Read more on the topic here: https://yourenergyanswers.com/solar-panel-r... | 1h 17m 21s | ||||||
| 1/4/26 |  From Cheap Solar to High Power Bills: What’s Broken in Australia’s Energy System - EP52 | Cheap solar and battery deals are booming again — but history shows how this story ends. In this candid conversation, Markus and Leonard unpack why low-price energy offers often lead to long-term pain, how rebates distort the market, why local installers matter more than ever, and what rising electricity prices mean for Australian households. From battery rebates and warranty traps to energy plans, recycling, and the future of Australia’s energy system, this episode goes well beyond sales pit... | 1h 13m 32s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 |  Why BYD Is Outselling Tesla in Australia - EP51 | This episode was filmed late 2024, thus some information may be outdated. Markus sits down with James to break down the real story behind BYD in Australia: battery safety, EV vs hybrid buying decisions, resale value, service costs, and why BYD is stealing market share from Tesla. They cover customer types, the 2025 BYD Seal rumours, charging options, environmental impact, and what the future of EVs in Australia really looks like. Timestamps 0:00 – Why BYD’s blade battery is the safest ... | 1h 10m 56s | ||||||
| 11/23/25 |  The Untold Story Behind the Sydney Fish Market Solar Project - EP50 | Want To Reduce Your Energy Bills? Find The Best Solar Installers in Australia Here: https://yourenergyanswers.com Read more on the topic here at: https://yourenergyanswers.com/sydney-fish-market-solar-roof-building-integrated-photovoltaics/ A crane collapse, a builder liquidation, 864 custom-coloured solar panels, 263 triangular pods, and a roof shaped like an ocean wave… This is the true story of how Inspire Energy delivered one of Australia’s most complex solar installations on the new Sy... | 59m 09s | ||||||
| 11/14/25 |  Is Australia’s New 3-HOUR FREE POWER Offer As Good as It Sounds? - EP49 | Want To Reduce Your Energy Bills? Find The Best Solar Installers in Australia Here: https://yourenergyanswers.com Read more on the topic here: https://yourenergyanswers.com/three-hours-of-free-lipstick-for-the-energy-pig-dont-pop-the-bubbly-yet/ Three hours of free electricity for every Australian household — game changer or political gimmick? Markus and Huon break down the truth behind the government’s new “free power” policy, why it won’t actually lower bills, who really benefits, a... | 45m 18s | ||||||
| 11/7/25 |  Solar Finance Explained: Cashflow-Positive Solar & Batteries with Solaris and Solar Nerds - EP48 | Markus sits down with Imraan Thanawalla (Solaris Finance / Solar Nerds) to unpack how “0% interest” really works, what the new BNPL rules mean, and how to structure cashflow-positive solar + battery deals. They cover residential vs commercial paybacks, why installer quality matters more than brand, and Imraan’s Solar Nerds data + Solaris Recruit offshoring play (including the Fair Work risk you should know about). Solaris Finance – rates, calculator & vendor portal: https://solarisfinanc... | 45m 38s | ||||||
| 10/24/25 |  The Real Reason Australia Electricity Is So Expensive -EP47 | Want To Reduce Your Energy Bills? Find The Best Solar Installers in Australia Here: https://yourenergyanswers.com Why are Aussie power bills soaring while energy giants pay zero tax? Markus Lambert (Your Energy Answers) and Huon Hoogesteger (Smart Commercial Solar) expose how decades of privatisation and foreign ownership turned Australia’s energy system into a costly mess — and what we can do to take power back. Timestamps 00:00 Energy Australia pays no tax 00:42 Why bills keep rising 02:0... | 22m 35s | ||||||
| 10/10/25 |  No.1 Solar Expert (GoodWe): How to Save $4,000 a Year With a Solar Carport | YEA Podcast - EP46 | GoodWe’s Kang Ran joins Markus Lambert to reveal how solar carports and lightweight panels are unlocking new possibilities for Aussie homes and businesses. From powering EVs to solving roof limitations, discover how these innovations could save households up to $4,000 a year and reshape Australia’s solar future. Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Australia's rooftops are full, where else can we install solar? 00:04:25 – Who is GoodWe? Meet Kang Ran 00:10:57 – Why choose a solar carport? 00:15:51 –... | 1h 13m 23s | ||||||
| 9/26/25 |  Ludicrous Feed: European Carmakers Are Losing To Chinese EV Brands | YEA Podcast - EP45 | Markus sits down with Dr Thomas and Dr Joy from @LudicrousFeed to talk EVs in Australia — why they switched from diesel to a Tesla, the rise of Chinese carmakers, hybrids vs full electrics, going big on home batteries, and whether EVs will stabilise or strain our grid. Want To Reduce Your Energy Bills? Find The Best Solar Installers in Australia Here: https://yourenergyanswers.com Read more on the topic here at https://yourenergyanswers.com/ev-revolution-australia-future-driving/ Tim... | 1h 27m 17s | ||||||
| 9/5/25 |  How Your Battery Can Make You Money Every Night - EP44 | Want To Reduce Your Energy Bills? Find The Best Installers in Australia Here: https://yourenergyanswers.com Read more on the topic here: https://yourenergyanswers.com/how-your-battery-can-save-you-money-every-night/ Your Energy Socials TikTok: @yeanswers https://www.tiktok.com/@yeanswers Instagram: @yourenergy.answers https://instagram.com/yourenergy.answers Facebook: @yeanswers https://www.facebook.com/yeanswers Twitter: @yeanswers https://twitter.com/yeanswers LinkedIn: https://au.linkedi... | 1h 37m 48s | ||||||
| 8/15/25 |  50% of Solar Systems Have Problems – Inside the Real O&M Challenges - EP43 | Chris Martell from GSES explains why half of the solar systems they check have issues — and 15% aren’t working at all. He reveals common hidden faults, why standard monitoring often misses them, and how GSES’s Diagno tool helps asset owners detect problems early and protect returns. Key topics: 0:00 Intro – GSES’s work with NSW Government and 700 solar assets 2:02 GSES history, training, and founder recognition 6:04 Consulting and renewable procurement projects 9:20 Why O&M is unde... | 1h 11m 21s | ||||||
| 8/8/25 |  Stop Overpaying to Charge Your EV: The Smart Charger You Need -EP 42 | Want to save thousands on your energy bills while driving your EV for (almost) free? In this video, Johnny Warnock from MyEnergi explains how a smart charger like the Zappi turns your solar power and cheap grid energy into free mileage for your car. Key topics: 0:00 Intro – Why smart charging matters for EV owners 2:30 The real cost of cheap EV chargers 6:00 How Zappi uses solar and off-peak energy to cut your bills 10:00 Smart hot water management with Eddi 16:00 Real-world savings and why ... | 1h 00m 42s | ||||||
| 7/23/25 |  Are Solar Rebates Just Middle-Class Welfare? Heidi Lee Douglas Responds - EP 41 | Are solar rebates really middle-class welfare? And why do rental properties still miss out? In this fiery and no-fluff episode, Markus Lambert sits down with Heidi Lee Douglas, CEO of Solar Citizens, to tackle the biggest debates in renewable energy — from battery rebates and grid stability to solar for renters and Australia’s clean energy future. Whether you're a homeowner, renter, policymaker, or industry insider, this episode lays bare the policy blind spots and what really needs to chan... | 1h 06m 00s | ||||||
| 7/9/25 |  James Sturch Reveals Why Our Power Bill Is So Expensive - EP 40 | In this episode, Markus Lambert sits down with James Sturch from SolarEdge to unpack the real reasons behind Australia’s broken energy system. They dive into why we pay more for our own gas than overseas buyers, how long-term contracts are locking us out, and why renewables — despite being the cheapest form of generation — still play second fiddle to fossil fuels. | 1h 34m 13s | ||||||
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