Expert Insights on Solar, Batteries and Power Bills

The Electric Vehicle Council has released their State of EVs 2025 report. This is the resource for Australia's EV industry with over 100 pages of research and analysis - it's a must-read for anyone interested in this fast-growing industry. Here are three takeaways that matter most for current and potential EV owners with access to charging at home.

Most solar batteries won't work during a blackout unless they're specifically designed for backup power. Learn what equipment you need, how long backup power lasts, and how to make sure your system works when you need it most.

We're working to make Amber a true bring-your-own-device business where any battery can unlock the savings potential that comes with SmartShift and Amber’s wholesale model. Here's where we're at right now.

Across more than 2,000 connected EVs and chargers, Amber customers are paying peanuts to charge. Dip into the data with EV Product Manager, Nicholas Wodzinski.

Amber has secured $10m from E.ON Next UK and Virescent Ventures to scale its automation technology internationally, helping households cut costs, get more from solar and batteries, and support a smarter, flexible grid.

Ever looked at your electricity bill and felt completely lost? You're definitely not the only one. All those kW and kWh numbers floating around might as well be written in ancient Greek. The good news is it's not actually rocket science once someone explains it without all the jargon. And if you're considering solar or just sick of being confused by your power bills, it's worth figuring out.

You've decided to install solar and a home battery - smart move. You're about to take control of your energy costs, reduce your reliance on the grid, and start earning from renewables instead of just using them. But what actually happens next?

Chris has read the AER's State of the Energy Market report for 2025, so you don't have to!