Expert Insights on Solar, Batteries and Power Bills

A collection of energy explainers, customer stories and industry perspectives from our crew here at Amber.

Why choose Amber over a traditional VPP? Here's what makes us different

If you have a home battery, you've probably heard about Virtual Power Plants. The promise is simple: connect your battery to a network, help the grid, and earn money in return. But here's where it gets complicated. Not all VPPs operate the same way, and the differences between them can mean thousands of dollars in savings and significantly more control over your own energy. Let's break down how VPPs actually work, where traditional VPPs often fall short, and why Amber's approach delivers better outcomes for households.

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The Solar Sharer scheme recognises cheap solar. Batteries help you use it.

The Australian Government has announced the Solar Sharer scheme, a new initiative designed to reward households for using electricity during the middle of the day when solar generation is at its peak. It's a welcome recognition that Australia's energy system works better when we use more power during solar hours, and a sign that time-varying pricing is becoming mainstream. The Solar Sharer scheme acknowledges what many in the energy sector have known for years: when solar is abundant, electricity should be cheap, and households should benefit from using it.

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Range anxiety fades with experience: what a new Australian study tells us about real-world EV behaviour

If you're new to EVs, you've probably experienced it: that nagging worry about whether you've got enough charge to make it home. But here's the good news - a new Australian study shows that range anxiety is temporary, and your charging habits will naturally evolve as you get comfortable with your EV.

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The Hon Chris Bowen MP plugs in Australia's V2G future

The Hon Chris Bowen MP visited the Sydney home of Ben and Jo Marshan to launch the first residential vehicle-to-grid (V2G) installation as part of Amber and ARENA's groundbreaking trial.

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Amber and ARENA take major step forward in V2G trial with BYD warranty support

Amber today announced the latest milestone in its vehicle-to-grid (V2G) trial with the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), as BYD confirmed it will warrant 50 Amber customers’ EVs as part of the program.

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Why Australians are rejecting VPPs (and how to fix the problem)

AEMO's CEO David Westerman says Australia needs VPPs to manage our solar boom. He's right - but energy retailers are getting it wrong. Myles Eftos on why Australians are rejecting VPPs and what needs to change.

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A note from Chris - Q4 2025 quarterly market update

Chris is back with some good news about where prices are heading, plus an update on what we’re doing to make getting help from Amber faster if you need it.

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Unpacking the State of Electric Vehicles 2025 report

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.

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