WORLD ENVIR ONMENT DAY 100 Go Solar Easy steps to solar
World Environment Day is the perfect time to launch 100 Go Solar, a community initiative to encourage 100 businesses in the Byron Shire to go solar and win. 100 Go Solar is a bright idea for Byron businesses with clear cost savings, plenty of sunshine during working hours and lower pollution levels every day. ‘It makes economic and environmental sense to boost solar for businesses,” said Vicki Brooke, who leads the challenge. ‘Solar is popular with households but solar for business has lagged behind in Byron Shire,’ she said. Now’s a great time to go solar: businesses save on their power bills as soon as they switch to solar; highquality panels are much more affordable and there are still government rebates to help reduce the cost.
HOW HYBRID SOLAR POWER CAN MAXIMISE YOUR SAVINGS Hybrid Solar Power offers you the best of both worlds all the great aspects of the On-Grid and Off-Grid solar systems. The benefits include: - store your solar power for later use (after daylight hours) - access power from the electricity network if needed
To enter the challenge, businesses in Byron Shire need to register their interest through the website www.100gosolar. com.au or email info@100gosolar.com.au. Then they follow three easy steps: (1) book an energy audit or seek advice from a supplier (to ensure energy efficiency) (2) choose a solar supplier from the recommended list on the 100 Go Solar website and (3) sign up for great savings! There are finance options available, too, to help with upfront capital costs of a solar system. The website will be launched at a breakfast on 5 June.
Win great prizes Businesses registered with 100 Go Solar who’ve switched on their solar will go into the monthly draw for great prizes, with extensive publicity for both businesses and prizegivers. Local businesses have already stepped up to the challenge with generous prizes including vouchers for lunch and dinner, computer hardware, accommodation,
eco-friendly paint, marketing appraisal and discount telco services. 100 Go Solar is supported by Byron Shire Council, Green Building Centre and the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage.
- have stored power when there is a blackout - massively reduced electricity bills. By utilising hybrid solar power you are generating the majority of your energy requirements, during both day and night time hours. There is a seamless interaction between the battery storage, solar power system, inverter and the electricity grid. How hybrid solar power systems work A Hybrid Solar Power System has several main components to operate. There are the solar panels on the roof that send power through to the battery storage, where the power is held until required. The solar inverter is the
central point between the battery storage, the home or business, and the electricity grid. When considering a hybrid solar system, find a reputable installer that uses trusted brands. SAE Group is recognised for their professionalism, expertise and customer service. Currently servicing the northern rivers and SE Qld regions, SAE has been named among the best installers nationwide. For an obligation-free quote for the best in hybrid solar power systems, with the above benefits and results:
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