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26 Jul
How to take control over your rising electricity bill
Normally, it’s not until your electricity bill arrives that you know how much energy you’ve been using. carbonTRACK lets…
Read More...17 Oct
How much of your Electricity Bill is for Hot Water?
Did you know that hot water is one of the biggest users of electricity in your home?
Read More...13 Dec
Australians can have zero-emission electricity, without blowing the bill
Australia’s low-cost electricity, thanks to cheap coal, was once a source of substantial competitive advantage. While Au…
Read More...27 Oct
The National Energy Guarantee – What this means for energy bills
Learn what the National Energy Guarantee is and how it might affect your electricity bills.
Read More...03 Apr
Time of use billing? 4 ways to save more money with carbonTRACK
Time of use (TOU) electricity billing is an arrangement in which homes pay more for grid electricity during times of day…
Read More...23 Mar
Your Baby, Your Bill, and the Environment. What you can do.
In the spirit of preparation here are a few helpful tips you can put in place before the arrival of your baby, to save o…
Read More...31 Jan
3 reasons businesses should invest in an energy management system
Small to medium-sized businesses should consider investing in an energy management system (EMS) to gain insight into the…
Read More...26 May
The Dangers of Standby Power
The typical Aussie home has about 30 devices that constantly draw standby power, accounting for around 10% of a home’s e…
Read More...13 Dec
What can we learn from looking at electricity use on Christmas day
On Christmas Day in Australia, fewer people are at their paid employment and more working premises are closed than on an…
Read More...24 Nov
How carbonTRACK Can Save Homeowners Time and Money
In the modern household, time and money go hand in hand. Electricity will always be consumed, so inefficient use can lea…
Read More...23 Nov
Standby Power – stop the energy suckers in your home
There are vampires lurking in your home sucking your energy. Don’t believe me? Read and see.
Read More...23 Nov
Is now the right time to take the solar leap?
Going solar is one of the smartest moves a homeowner can do in Australia. But is now the right time to install solar pan…
Read More...24 Jan
How businesses can cut their energy costs with carbonTRACK
Sticking to your business budget is challenging, the costs quickly add up and at the end of the month/quarter, the last …
Read More...10 Feb
Solar export control: A quick guide
It is an unfortunate reality that local electricity grid operators may limit the amount of solar energy you are allowed …
Read More...24 Feb
5 ways carbonTRACK helps you make the most of your solar batteries
With rooftop solar already commonplace, batteries are the next frontier in home energy. But as long as home battery pric…
Read More...19 Dec
How to stay Cool, Calm and Collected this summer
It is so easy to turn on the air-conditioning, but it’s not until a month or so later that we really understand the cost…
Read More...30 Mar
Why you’re not getting the most out of your solar
Sadly not everyone instantly reaps the rewards of renewable energy, as often there are teething problems with solar pane…
Read More...09 Dec
Demand Tariffs in Australia – How to tackle them
If you hear the words ‘Demand Tariffs’ and start scratching your head, don’t worry, you’re not alone. In this article, w…
Read More...31 Jan
How energy efficient are your appliances?
Appliances make up at least 30% of your electricity bill. Homeowners rely more on appliances than ever before which mean…
Read More...21 Jul
How solar panels actually work
The sun releases tiny packets of energy called photons, which travel the 93 million miles from the sun to Earth in about…
Read More...04 May
How to Stay Warm and Save Energy this Winter (8 tips)
We might not like it, but winter is well and truly on it's way. Here's how to start preparing for those colder months!
Read More...10 Apr
What is an energy audit?
A home energy audit is the first step to assess how much energy your home consumes and to evaluate what measures you can…
Read More...22 Dec
7 things a new homeowner should do to save money
If you’re just bought a new home, perhaps for the first time, you’re probably on a pretty tight budget. Luckily, there a…
Read More...28 Oct
10 awesome things you can do with a Smart Plug
The carbonTRACK Smart Plug is more than just a pretty wall accessory. Here are 10 of the many awesome things that you ca…
Read More...16 Mar
carbonTRACK awarded commercialisation grant to launch its latest smart product that creates smart electricity grids
carbonTRACK has recently been awarded a commercialisation grant to bring the new Smart Meter to the Australian and inter…
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04 Apr
How Voice Assisted Technology is Being Used
Voice assistant control is being welcomed into connected homes across the globe, as people are taking to purchasing voic…
Read More...30 Mar
Why you’re not getting the most out of your solar
Sadly not everyone instantly reaps the rewards of renewable energy, as often there are teething problems with solar pane…
Read More...24 Mar
10 of Our Favourite Green Ted Talks
Watching these TED talks will be sure to give you fresh ideas about sustainability and get you brain juices flowing.
Read More...22 Mar
Is China a world leader in renewable energy?
China currently generates more than double the amount of renewable energy than the United States.
Read More...02 Mar
What is PPA?
If you’ve got solar, or you’re thinking about getting it, you may have heard the term ‘PPA’ or ‘Power Purchase Agreement…
Read More...28 Feb
Your guide to smart door locks
While there’s nothing wrong with a standard metal lock and key, a smart door lock can take your home’s security to the n…
Read More...16 Feb
What is a solar inverter?
When people picture solar power, they typically envision large panels mounted onto the roof. But for a user to truly be …
Read More...07 Feb
What to do in a Blackout
Power outages can happen at any time, and there are many different reasons why you might suddenly lose power.
Read More...05 Feb
Life with a Home Battery
Batteries are the next big thing in home energy, and carbonTRACK has created a product that expands its possibilities. W…
Read More...19 Jan
What is passive solar design?
Passive solar design optimises energy from the sun, and redistributes it throughout the building by careful planning of …
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