Ending The Power Companies' Monopoly
The information below is very interesting if you, like us, have SolarZero solar panels and battery storage leased from SolarCity. www.solarcity.co.nz...
Australian Power Companies are already under threat from homemade solar power.
www.abc.net.au...
This new Australian Company is making it possible for homeowners to sell their excess solar electricity directly to other homeowners with solar power systems. Thus cutting out the Power Companies and their outrageous prices.
Power Ledger is an Australian blockchain pioneer.
They want to change the way energy is made and used.
Their technology allows households to disconnect from power companies.
Using solar powered energy generation, property owners can trade electricity with others via an online marketplace.
It’s done with the help of battery storage.
Effectively balancing supply and demand to prevent an overload to the grid and blackouts.
Houses with similar solar systems installed form a ‘virtual power plant’, allows low power users to trade surplus power with high power users.
And it’s taking off in a big way in Perth.
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.9% Yes
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21.6% No
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1.5% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
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