Worried About 5G’s Health Effects? Don’t Be!

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


As carriers across the world rush to install 5G technology networks, some people are citing fears that this next gen wireless technology could pose far-reaching health risks. This seems to have sparked Covid-19 and 5G conspiracy theories during this global health pandemic. So… I sort to find out if you really have to be worried.

Worried About 5G’s Health Effects? Don’t Be!

Why Are Remote Workers Outperforming Office Workers?

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Many experts concur on this one thing, and various surveys and studies have proved it—remote working is more rewarding in the context of productivity as compared to working from the office.

Storm Assist Brisbane Remote Workers

Coronavirus: Insurance questions answered

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


There’s so much confusion in most countries including Australia, so to get the insurance questions answered, I spoke to various experts and came up with the following guide which summarises how various types of insurance covers are affected and their response to the COVID-19 disease.

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Covid-19 Could Cause Permanent Shift Towards Working From Home

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Coronavirus, also known as the COVID-19, is quickly redefining workplace patterns as companies are compelled by the risks of the disease’s outbreak to have their employees work remotely but chances are rife that employees may fail to return to their workstations once the current restrictions are lifted.

Darryn Van Hout Storm Assist Working Remotely

Coronavirus – The Perfect Storm in Australian Economic Environment

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Even if the ASX and Wall Street recovers before the financial storm caused by Coronavirus dies away, the global economy won’t be the same. This as side, this new global threat or perfect storm may lead way for optimism and productivity. Nationalism and speculation rarely get a chance to combine forces as they are doing now in the wake of COVID-19.

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The Ferrari Electric Car Is The Most Powerful Plug-In Hybrid EV

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


The SF90 Stradale is supremely the first Ferrari of its kind featuring a Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PEHV) architecture that enables the internal combustion engine to integrate three electric motors, with two of the electric motors being independent and positioned on the front axle, and the third at the car’s rear between the engine and the gear box.

Ferrari SF90 Stradale PHEV Brisbane

The Repair Man Story – Why Experts Get Paid More

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Two of the ship’s owners were there, watching this man, hoping he would know what to do. After looking things over, the old man reached into his bag and pulled out a small hammer. He gently tapped something. Instantly, the engine lurched into life. He carefully put his hammer away. The engine was fixed!

The Repair Man Story – Why Experts Get Paid More

Solar Scammers – The Fake Solar Lead

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


There is no doubt that business is competitive, cut throat, dog eat dog.. Or at least in the Australian solar industry. For many armature web-entrepreneurs, the solar industry is ripe for the picking. Wheather it’s digital marketing, lead generation, social media marketing or even online reputation management, the good and the greedy are back. This […]

Solar Scam Fake Solar Leads Darryn Van Hout

Negative Feedback and How to Deal With It

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Connecting and engaging with current and prospective customers on social networks is a fantastic way for a brand to show its human side, establish trust and loyalty as well as increase its awareness, traffic and ultimately sales. As we know it, an engaged social media following comes with regular posts of questions, and comments on […]

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5 fears every salesman must overcome to be successful in sales

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


FDR, a renowned leader once said, “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” At the time, he was referring to war and political issues. Regardless of that, the same old saying does so perfectly, apply to sales. When it comes to sales, facing your fears isn’t any easy walk in the park. […]

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Coal industry suffers as demand falls short of supply

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


As countries across the world become increasingly aware of the damage caused by the coal industry and other fossil fuels, a decreasing demand and a move towards renewable sources has caused a major shift in the Australian energy sector.

Coal industry suffers as demand falls short of supply – Australian Solar Quotes

The Problem with Australia’s National Electricity Market

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Australia is an industrialized country and one of those where greenhouse gas emissions have gone through the roof as much as 29 tons per year. In the last 20 years amount of emissions that are generated per dollar of GDP are increased, this has made it emission intensive economy holder. The biggest source for the […]

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China’s Upcoming Carbon Trading Market | Darryn Van Hout

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


When one thinks of environmentally advanced and proactive countries, China isn’t among the first to jump to mind. In fact, many associate the nation with poor air quality, lax regulation and gargantuan amounts of carbon dioxide emissions from numerous coal fired power stations. However, all of this may change soon.

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What Are Electricity Substations?

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


In Australia, there are countless substations that are all connected to at least one power station across the country. At some point, the electricity flowing from these substations is connected with energy flowing from other substations.

Australian Electricity Substations

Run Your Hot Water System For Less – Alternative Options

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


If you are still using an out-dated traditional hot water system, you are wasting money. There are more efficient and innovative alternative technologies that will provide you hot water for a fraction of the cost.

Solar Hot Water System

Electricity Demand Falling – Bad News for Electricity Utilities

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Electricity consumption in Australia has been steadily increasing up until 2010. For more than a century, through the Great Depression and two world wars, Australians have increased their use of electricity year by year. However, in the three years since 2010, statistics show the electricity demand falling. In other words, starting in 2010, the consumption […]

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Coals future looks bleak while energy storage keeps upward streak

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


If no earth-shaking event happens within the next 10 years, the world will see renewable energy sources such as solar and wind jump to the top of the heap in global energy leaving coal at the bottom. This is the prediction of analysts from some of the major financial firms. Even the United States Energy Information […]

Coals future looks bleak while energy storage keeps upward streak

Senate proposal may help RET see the light of day

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


From the day Prime Minister Abbott was sworn in, he and his party have blocked the RET, previously implemented by the Labor Government, and instead promoted the Direct Action plan all while championing coal.

Senator Jacqui Lambie – crossbench senate proposal – renewable energy target

Energy retailers are calling for tarriff reforms to fight solar

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


As solar power continues to gain popularity in many parts of Australia, the industry is facing challenges from the big power companies that are lobbying for tariff reform from Federal and State Energy Ministers. In effect what Big Business power companies want to do is charge extra to those that use solar energy.

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Tesla Motors new solar batteries exceed all expectations

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk was heard loud and clear in early May as he announced the initial response to his company’s latest product line of solar batteries. Intended for residential use, consumer interest in the product has surpassed expectations.

Tesla Motors release new line of solar batteries

Renewable Energy brings new life to Australian manufacturing sector

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Innovation, sophistication and creativity are words that are becoming increasingly common when describing the future of the Australian manufacturing industry. Presently, Australia’s manufacturing industry is experiencing an upsurge in activity, turnover and most importantly returns. Truth be told, the rise of renewable energy in Australia has created economic opportunities that can’t be overlooked. As a […]

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Australian Power Purchase Agreements — Diving Into Digital Solar

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


In the last decade, solar power adoption in Australia has greatly soared, making solar power the most popular source of renewable energy*. Around 15% of all Australian homes have rooftop solar panels installed, but the difference in figures between rental properties and owner-occupied properties is huge. Reports say that 1% of the rental property market has […]

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Behind the Scenes of the Solar Storage Revolution

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Battery storage is increasingly becoming an attractive and viable option for homes in Australia. The disruptive technology, which is moving faster than expected, is set to revolutionize the way Aussies access electricity–helping more homes to stay independent of the national grid. Storage batteries are indeed the holy grail of renewable energy and a significant element […]

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Will Telecom Companies Kill Utilities?

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


Darryn Van Hout argues that telecom firms such as Telstra, armed with solar-plus-storage, can win in the Australian energy market.

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Tesla Powerwall To Hit Australian Shores Before Christmas

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


It looks like Christmas has come early for Australian solar customers following Tesla’s announcement that its Powerwall battery storage system will be available in Australia before Christmas this year. Tesla Powerwall price This past week, the electric vehicle giant announced a number of Australian solar installers that will be distributing the Powerwall. These companies include […]

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The Age of Energy Storage

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


The combination of solar integrated storage solutions and efficient grid technology emerging has started the age of energy storage. The battery storage sector’s rapidly progressing market thanks to more affordable prices and revenue increase over the last few years has stamped the beginning of a significant transition of how businesses, homeowners, utilities and government agencies use energy.

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The Past, Present, & Future Of Electricity In Australia

Posted on Mon Jul 06 2020


The cost of electricity has made a huge contribution to the high cost of living and the difficulties Australian families experience in balancing their family budgets. According to a survey carried out by Ernst & Young in October 2014, a third of all Australians missed a payment for their electricity usage in the last 12 months.

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