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Energy Efficient Water Heating Solution Comparison – 2023

Energy Efficient Water Heating Solutions harvest the sun’s rays and ambient temperatures to produce hot water is far less expensive than using grid-supplied power and a green, sustainable way to ensure you have hot water on demand. We are extremely lucky to live in a country that has the perfect climate for solar power production […]

South Africa’s Solar Panel Tax Rebate Explained

The long-awaited residential solar tax rebate has made its debut in South Africa. However, there are rules, regulations and limitations to this rebate. While many South Africans will benefit from this welcomed legislation, many will, unfortunately, not. This article will explain how this system works, who is eligible, and the limitations, expectations and rules.

Solar Inverter Guide

Solar Inverters: The Complete Guide

A fundamental part of every Solar Power setup is the Inverter. It is a piece of equipment that is very important to understand. After you read this definitive guide, you will understand: What is an Inverter How do Hybrid Inverters work? How do Off-Grid Inverters work? How do Grid-Tied Inverters work? What Size Inverter Do […]

Solar System Troubleshooting

Learning the basic functions and settings of your solar power system is essential. This troubleshooting guide will help you. This guide contains easy-to-understand instructions and video tutorials to teach you how to: Reserve your battery for load shedding and charge your battery bank using grid-supplied electricity. Learn about the system monitoring apps available and how […]

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Our Personal Solar Power Journey

I am sure you’ve heard about how solar power is “beneficial” and how it can help you save money on electricity every month. As the writer of most of Solar Advice’s content, I have researched solar power and its benefits. I have even written guides and articles outlying the pros of installing solar. However, I […]

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Solar Panel Array: How to Size An Array

  South Africa has perfect weather conditions for a Solar Array, so it makes sense that we explore Solar solutions as an alternative to nuclear power. Sizing a solar panel array is an essential part of creating a solar power kit. You now know what inverter you want. But, how do we go about sizing […]

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Solar Energy Tax Break for Your Local Business

While Eskom remains a heavy burden on all South Africans, there is hope in the form of renewable energy. And it will only serve in the best interest of every local South African business owner to take this option more seriously. Given that you can qualify for a solar energy tax break, it might be […]

Solar Geyser Prices

Solar Geysers and the South African Climate – Common Questions and Answers

Energy efficient solar geyser Whether you are new to the country, or you’ve lived here all your life, you’ll know that South Africa perfect place for an energy efficient geyser. It’s popular for the safari atmosphere and the unforgiving sun at the peak of summer. In fact, it’s one of the countries that yield the […]

Fighting Eskom the Smart Way – Tips for Saving on Your Electric Bill

Fighting Eskom the Smart Way – Tips for Saving on Your Electric Bill

If you’re keeping up with the latest news, you’ll know that Eskom is pushing for another price increase on electricity. The numbers getting thrown around range between 9 and 12%, which is not something to laugh about. In fact, it should be considered a wake-up call to start saving where you can. Small investments right […]

Solar Geysers and Conversion Kits Explained

Integral Collector Storage Systems (Solar Water Heater)

Even though Integral Collector Storage Systems share familiar elements of design and functionality with flat-plate Solar Water Heater geysers, there are some differences. In fact, ICS (also referred to as batch or bread box) systems are a little less complicated. Where the flat-plate system separates the collectors and the tank, ICS combine them. In the […]