Going Electric: Practical Guides

Our fact sheets are designed to answer the most common questions Australians have about switching from gas and petrol to efficient electric technologies.

They cover home batteries, rooftop solar, induction cooking, heating your home and water, and everything you want to know about electric vehicles.

You will find out:
“Will this work in my home?”
“Is it expensive to install?”
“How much will I save on my household bills?”


Each guide contains multiple sections covering costs, health, installation, and whether it will work in your home.
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Home batteries: How they can power your home and your car

This guide explains what home batteries do, how long batteries last and how to determine what battery size to install.

Covers:

  • Using more of your own solar
  • Their safety record
  • Costs, lifespan, and rebates
  • How to choose the right installer

Rooftop solar: Your very own powerplant

A practical guide to rooftop solar, explaining how solar panels work, how much electricity they can produce, how much you might save on your energy bills, and how solar fits into an all-electric home.

Covers:

  • Costs, payback, and savings
  • What size system you might need
  • How solar works with batteries, EVs, and electric appliances
  • How to future proof your solar system

Cooking with induction

This guide explains how induction cooktops work, why they’re healthier and more efficient than gas, what they cost and tips on installation.

Covers:

  • Health impacts of gas cooking
  • Cooking performance and safety
  • Costs, installation, and rebates
  • Common myths about induction

Hot water heat pumps explained

This guide explains how heat pump hot water systems work, how much energy they use, and why they’re replacing gas systems in Australian homes.

Covers:

  • Running costs and energy savings
  • Noise, reliability, and cold-weather performance
  • Rebates and replacement timing
  • What to consider before installing

Heating and cooling your home with electricity

A guide to reverse-cycle air conditioning, including why it’s the most efficient way to heat a home and how it compares to gas heating.

Covers:

  • Heating performance in cold climates
  • How much you will save
  • System sizing and comfort
  • What to think about before installing

Electric vehicles: What to know before you switch

Answers the most common questions about EV range, charging, costs, and whether electric cars work for regional driving and long trips.

This guide covers:

  • Home and public charging
  • Upfront costs vs lifetime savings
  • Range and battery lifespan
  • Incentives and exemptions

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