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For us, the social contract of affordable energy, keeping the lights on and ensuring a clean planet for future generations is non-negotiable.
By bringing together our years of experience in academic research, engineering consultancy advising government, and working at the cutting edge of large financial corporates, we have developed our System-ROI optimisation tool that puts the power back in your hands.
We have no affiliations with energy providers or solar installers ensuring that our information is 100% objective and entirely focused on delivering the best financial return for you.
For each location, our algorithms perform 6.6 million calculations considering hourly household consumption , solar panel production and battery storage over 25 years to ensure we provide you with the most accurate results.
We consider 10 years of location specific data for daily solar irradiance, cloud cover , temperature and wind from the Bureau of Meteorology for all of Australia. Our results are further validated against CSIRO data.
Find out what's already happening in your state, what's likely to happen given the Paris 2050 agreement to limit global warming, and the variation in optimal solar and battery setups based on our System-ROI tool. Optimal being the system with the highest Return On Investment (ROI) for you.
Payback period summary by state
Financial viability of batteries
Renewable Energy Targets (RET)
SolarScience is a team of engineers with expertise in the earth sciences and financial services sector that have a vision of a world-leading, cheap and clean solar energy future for Australia. We believe that the public is at the heart of driving this transformation and aim to accelerate solar uptake by using cutting edge science to inform consumers of the system size (solar and battery) with the best financial return for them.
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Sometimes required by energy providers to smooth demand, people may want them for energy independence purposes, or early adopters can desire them as a lifestyle choice.
While battery storage costs continue to fall, they currently remain uneconomical in the majority of residential setup cases.
Nevertheless, the ROI (Return On Investment) of solar + battery is still positive, but not as high as solar without battery.
ROI's are highest in NT however, due to generous feed-in tariffs there, batteries are not recommended at this time.
High energy consumption and costs increases ROI's such as in TAS and SA.
Northern latitudes, where solar irradiance levels are more consistent throughout the year, tend to have high ROI's.
Inland areas tend to have higher ROI's where energy consumption is typically higher (higher air-con in the summer and heating in the winter).
Coastal areas tend to have lower ROI's due to increased cloud cover relative to inland regions.
For a 3 person household (for other setups checkout our free to use System-ROI tool), the following solar system sizes are optimal.
ACT Solar only: 4kW , Solar + Battery: 10kW
NSW Solar only: 3kW , Solar + Battery: 10kW
NT Solar only:10kW , Solar + Battery: 10kW
QLD Solar only: 2kW , Solar + Battery: 10kW
SA Solar only: 2kW , Solar + Battery: 6kW
TAS Solar only: 4kW , Solar + Battery: 10kW
VIC Solar only: 3kW , Solar + Battery: 10kW
WA Solar only: 3kW , Solar + Battery: 7kW
The IRR's for a 3 person household (for other setups checkout our System-ROI tool) are:
ACT Solar only: 22% , Solar + Battery: 6%
NSW Solar only: 25% , Solar + Battery: 6%
NT Solar only: 31% , Solar + Battery: 13%
QLD Solar only: 28% , Solar + Battery: 6%
SA Solar only: 36% , Solar + Battery: 9%
TAS Solar only: 24% , Solar + Battery: 7%
VIC Solar only: 23% , Solar + Battery: 6%
WA Solar only: 29% , Solar + Battery: 6%
Batteries can help achieve energy independence from utility providers contributing to the democratisation of energy. With going off-grid, the tradeoff is between: i) additional savings from no longer having to pay for grid connection fees, and ii) excess electricity that is produced once the battery is full not being sold back into the grid. Our System-ROI tool provides insight into your potential to go offgrid.
We have an exciting vision of a world-leading cheap and clean solar energy future for Australia
We believe there's never been more opportunity to empower energy consumers as the sector undergoes one of the most fundamental transformations Australia has experienced. Through detailed science, expert engineering and powerful modelling, the obsolete energy systems of today will be replaced with a sustainable system fit for the future. Our vision is ambitious yet grounded in already existing technologies. The innovation lies in combining robust proven solar photovoltaic technologies with engineering and financial expertise.
We believe the public is at the heart of driving the transformation and achieving our climate change goals
While government appetite for solar energy and battery storage has significantly accelerated particularly at state level, we still believe it is the public that is driving the shift. Energy consumers are demanding a more cost effective and sustainable low carbon energy future. The System-ROI tool aims to be the catalyst that empowers the public to accelerate this transition. The tool is underpinned by the best available science, our engineering know-how and our expertise in financial modelling.
We foresee a decentralised energy system where the consumer is back in control through solar production and smart consumption
Energy sector governance and decision making has traditionally been highly centralised and while this has served the community well for the past generations, this model is outdated. As the paradigm shifts towards a decentralised, smarter and more democratic energy sector, the change becomes self-reinforcing. Larger adoption of solar drives the cost of the technology down and as public relies less on inefficient centralised systems, these system cost increase. While battery storage continues to decrease in cost, the pivotal moment where a positive return on investment (ROI) is achieved has already been reached for many households. As our System-ROI tool demonstrates, this is especially true for household wishing to go off-grid and thereby avoiding increasingly expensive grid-connection costs. In addition, the increasing penetration of smart technologies is facilitating demand side management which allows consumers to maximise their profit on solar production.
New solar is already cheaper than new coal and gas. The sunk cost of power stations (already operating) makes coal still viable. However, 9 of Australia's 12 biggest operating coal stations are more than 30 years old. In fact, the average age of NEM coal power generators is 33 years and the average retirement age since 2012 has been 35! As coal stations get decommissioned, renewables are already the cheapest solution.
Battery storage is already cost viable for customers looking to go off-grid thereby saving on initial grid connection capital costs and daily connection fees. However, for the majority of Australians, batteries by themselves are not currently cost efficient. While solar panel and battery systems result in cost savings compared to no solar, savings for solar panels only are higher. As competition increases between battery providers and economies of scale kick in, prices will continue to fall and become a viable alternative to grid connection.
Energy providers are taking advantage of the time difference between private solar production and consumption. Feed-in tariffs are typically 6-8 cents/kWh while consumption from the grid can be 10-40 cents/kWh depending on which State you live in and whether you're on ToU tariffs etc. As the cost of batteries fall, storage will result in cost savings for the consumer as well as reduce peak load demand from the grid which is a legitimate cost for energy providers. In addition, smart technologies which enable demand side management will optimise consumption times resulting in cost savings for the consumer as well as contributing to grid stability.
As solar penetration rates increase and consumers optimise demand to reduce their unit consumption from the grid, it is likely that utility providers will have to continue increasing fixed connection fees to maintain profitability levels. This will increase the attractiveness of going off-grid as well as not connecting to the grid in the first place. The majority of new builds will likely be legislated to have some renewable generation capacity and battery storage will often be more cost efficient rather than pay for the poles, wires and transformers to connect to the grid.
Ultimately a more efficient grid system will emerge. As profitability levels get eroded for energy providers, the cross-subsidisation in distribution costs between urban and regional areas will decrease with energy providers focusing on urban markets while distributed networks emerge in regional areas. Micro-grids facilitated by peer-to-peer technologies will emerge providing clean and cheap electricity for all Australian consumers.
The algorithm determines local irradiance levels by taking hourly extra-terrestrial irradiance based on the distance from the sun to anywhere in Australia considering local elevation and accounting for irradiance losses through the atmosphere including from cloud cover.
The solar panel efficiency in converting the hourly irradiance into electrical energy considers local operating temperature and average wind speeds (which affect operating temperature). System losses such as DC to AC conversion are also included. Australia wide daily meteorological data is sourced from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and energy production parameters including surface irradiance, operating temperature, energy output are validated against measured
CSIRO data
.
Research we carried out on CSIRO data shows that for identical solar irradiance levels, for each 10°C increase in solar panel operating temperatures, 5% less energy is produced.
SolarScience considers the daily variation due to earth-sun distance to determine the extra-terrestrial normal irradiance. The irradiance at the earth’s surface for any specific location is then calculated including air mass, pressure and turbidity using the Hay & Davies 1980 model.
An adjustment for cloud cover is made and the components of direct, diffuse and reflected irradiance are aggregated to determine the global irradiance hitting a solar panel based on the user specified azimuth (orientation from north) and tilt (angle from flat).
Meteorological data is sourced from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). 3 important, location specific, Australia wide datasets are used.
1. Daily total irradiance: this dataset facilitates the adjustment for cloud cover and is converted into an hourly dataset by fitting a sinusoid shape to the total daily irradiance and then integrating in hourly increments the shape area.
2. Daily minimum and maximum temperatures: similarly, an hourly temperature distribution is determined from the respective daily temperature ranges.
3. Monthly average wind speeds: average monthly wind speeds are assumed to be continuous for each hourly interval.
In the production of solar energy (electricity), cloud cover can be thought of as a first order variable because it directly affects how much solar irradiance reaches a solar panel which determines how much energy is produced.
Temperature is a second order variable due to the fact that the parameter affects the efficiency at which a solar panel converts the solar irradiance into energy.
Wind is a third order variable as it affects the temperature at which panels operate which in turns affects their efficiency. Despite the cooling effect of wind, due to factors including conversion losses being dissipated as heat, panel operating temperature are typically higher than ambient temperature and this is considered in our calculation engine.
Outputs from our System-ROI engine are validated against CSIRO data. It’s important to note that this is not a calibration (I.e. parameters are not adjusted) and our outputs available nationally are extracted as modelled for the specific location of the solar panel and directly compared to CSIRO field measurements. Measurements have been provided for most of 2016 and the below charts are taken at random for the first few available days.
The levels of global irradiance striking the tilted panel are in general agreement and the System-ROI engine successfully captures days of low and high irradiance. The modelled ambient temperature is in very close agreement to measured values and the engine demonstrates the ability to account for the increased operating temperature of the panels. The resulting power outputs, which include system efficiency losses from converting DC to AC, follow a similar pattern to measured values. This provides confidence in the methodology and use of modelled scientific values in calculating financial returns.
The location specific meteorological data for the year 2016 is selected to derive the hourly outputs. 2016 was benchmarked against data for the last 10 years and considered a suitably representative year. Monthly total irradiance levels for 2016 are in line with long-term averages. Overall, only 2015 is closer to long-term averages but given the higher levels of data availability, 2016 is considered preferable. Daily irradiance totals are one of the most relevant parameters and values for 2016 are in line with long term averages providing justification for use of the 2016 meteorological data in solar energy production calculations.
Consumption data is generated using a variety of sources. Location specific consumption levels for 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 people households with and without gas connection and a pool is sourced from the
Australian Government energy price comparison site
. Hourly consumption is derived from typical residential consumption patterns in non-solar households yielding our
‘Normal’ curve. ‘Smart’ consumption
is an idealised but realistic consumption pattern that involves transferring some of the evening consumption to solar production times (e.g. turning on the air-conditioning in the afternoon to pre-cool your house) as well as shifting hot water heating from night time (typically done in non-solar households to take advantage of cheaper off-peak rates) to day time.
The hourly balance between production and consumption is then either fed into the battery (if present and not full), fed into the grid at relevant feed-in tariffs or taken from grid at relevant
flat/TOU rates
.
The 1 year hourly data is then repeated over 25 years with efficiency loss factors for panels and batteries applied. The difference between the hourly balance (profit or loss) from the grid and the cost of energy without solar is obtained. The cumulative savings (sum) over 25 years is then subtracted from initial system cost and a compound interest of 3% applied. System cost includes the government incentive which is assumed to be $700 per kW solar installed.
The engine iterates in 1kW increment for no battery, 5kWh battery, and 13.5kWh battery (equivalent to TESLA Powerwall 2). The system with the highest ROI is then considered optimal however the System-ROI tool provides cumulative savings, systems costs and payback periods for all setups so that the user can pick a system based on which factor they consider most important (cheapest system, fastest repayment or highest total savings).
Solar energy production is forecasted by combining the above described solar production engine with modelled weather data from the NOAA
Global Forecast System (GFS).
High/mid/low level clouds as well as temperature and wind data is fed into the engine.
Half-hourly AC energy production (kW) and daily total production (kWh) for the next 5 days are calculated and updated daily. Results are available anywhere in Australia at a 28km resolution and energy production for the Australian capital cities are shown in our E-Forecast tool. Values are per kW installed for north facing panels with an optimal tilt.
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Our free System-ROI tool provides information on: the optimum solar system size for you, is battery storage right for you, your potential to go off-grid, and your share to limit global warming.
You can then request your personalised report advising of next steps and containing technical detail that you can provide to solar and battery installers from within our System-ROI tool in 4 easy steps: 1) click on Request Report button and verify that the pre-populated information is correct, 2) hit the 'Generate report' button, 3) process payment through our secure PayPal account, 4) we'll email you your report within 2 working days.
General enquiry: while we would like to assist with all enquiries, we commit our resources to customers so that costs are kept to a minimum for them. If you require specific advice, we recommend you select our 'Solar system analysis' option. If we are not in a position to suitably address your query, we will happily reimburse you.
Solar system analysis ($90 inc. GST): Personalised analysis showing optimum solar sized system based on consumption, exact location, roof pitch, roof direction (azimuth). Financial viability of battery storage and demand management also included.
Off-grid system analysis ($880 inc. GST): Design of solar panel and battery storage system specifications to go off-grid. Our engineers will discuss with you optimal consumption times and reliability of power based on factors including: system size, battery storage, local weather.
Launch System-ROIIndependent expertise that guarantees the best financial outcome for your business: Our team specialises in interpreting the natural environment and converting it into a commercial return. Having worked in the engineering field and financial services, SolarScience has an intimate understanding of the business critical need for cheap reliable energy. Our independence ensures we provide unbiased opinions entirely focused on maximising your financial return.
System forecast and performance tracking ($20 per site per month): 5-day solar energy production forecast for your system derived from forecasted cloud, temperature and wind data based on your exact location, panel orientation and tilt. Our service includes performance tracking of your system with proactive alerts when production falls below manufacturer/installer guaranteed efficiency rates. Our maintenance management platform provides you with effortless control of your systems performance.
Optimised solar and battery size system report($2,000-$10,000): Our engineers will discuss your businesses typical energy consumption patterns and storage considerations to ensure business continuity. Based on factors including hourly consumption throughout the year, local weather patterns etc. we will deliver the system specifications that provides the optimum solar production and battery storage to meet your requirements. We focus exclusively on the science of solar energy and this unparalleled expertise will put you in a strong position when discussing your next step with solar installers.
Double Dividend Offsets (DDO's): If you work in the corporate sector and currently purchase carbon offsets, why not explore how you can invest those funds into your business or your customers while achieving your carbon neutrality aims. Contact us below to see how our powerful engine identifies your opportunities to develop your own offsets.
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Integrate our scientific knowledge to Councils preferred platform
Our team possesses a strong suite of interdisciplinary skills ranging from natural environment model development, financial modelling and event forecasting. Our insights are open-source and we strive to collaborate with Councils which we believe are the authority best positioned to facilitate community level solar penetration. To that end, we encourage Councils to host our freely-available API/link to our website. Councils interested in development of modelling and mapping tools should also contact us.
Unlock the double dividend of energy cost savings while achieving carbon targets
Many Australian states have released ambitious renewable energy targets in line with Australia's Paris 2050 obligations. Current and anticipated legislation will require Councils to outline carbon mitigation strategies to achieve these targets. Through our powerful tool, SolarScience is in a unique position to assist councils in developing science based master plans guided by policy framework to increase the proportion of the energy they consume from solar. In addition to Councils taking a global leadership role in the effort to transition to renewable energy, the shift presents exciting opportunity to develop new sources of revenue such as distributed energy frameworks and local electricity trading.
Pre-empt future shock and strategically shift to distributed energy solutions
Regional Councils have some of the highest levels of opportunity to transform and benefit from solar energy. Conversely, regional areas will bear the brunt of not adapting as utility providers apply cost-based pricing to their large distribution networks. The transformation is already happening and through our System-ROI tool, we aim to accelerate solar adoption where it makes most economic sense. We recognise the interdependency between science, finance and policy. Through this combined lens we assist local government in determining the solar and battery storage size system that provide the optimal return on investment while maintaining grid inertia to smooth the intermittent nature of solar energy.
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System-ROI considers 10 years of weather data to determine which solar and battery size system maximises your financial return over 25 years.
System-ROI gives you system results for 3 roof tilts and 3 roof orientations. For your exact tilt and orientation, you can request a report from the tool in 4 easy steps.
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E-Forecast calculates the solar energy production per kW installed for north facing optimally angled panels. Results for all Australian capital cities are provided.
How it works:
- Cloud cover data provides the amount of direct, diffuse and reflected solar irradiance;
- total production irradiance is determined from panel orientation and tilt;
- temperature and wind informs the efficiency of the panel in producing DC energy;
- the loss from converting DC to AC is then applied.
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Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us regarding our Service, and supersede and replace any prior agreements we might have between us regarding the Service.
Our liability is governed by Australian Consumer Law. All other conditions and warranties which may be implied by custom, or statute are expressly excluded by these terms. For the purposes of Schedule 2 of the Australian Consumer Law, liability for any breach of a term of this agreement is limited to: the re-supplying of the goods or services to you or the payment of the cost of having the goods or services supplied to you.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Solar Science Pty. Ltd. disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose. Solar Science Pty. Ltd. gives no warranty that the documents, goods or services will be free of errors, or that defects will be corrected, or that our website or its server is free of viruses or any other harmful components.
While Solar Science Pty. Ltd. endeavours to have the most accurate information on SolarScience.com.au, we do not warrant or make any representations regarding the use or the result of the use of any document, product, service, link or information in its website or related graphics or as to their correctness, suitability, accuracy, reliability, or otherwise. Any reliance you place on such information is consequently strictly at your own risk and by using our website, you take full responsibility to bear any and all costs of servicing, repairs, or correction.
By using our website and System-ROI tool, you accept that Solar Science Pty. Ltd. is not liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website. Additionally, we take no responsibility from any loss that may arise from the website being temporarily unavailable.
While we attempt to consider the best and most up-to-date science in our System-ROI tool, recommended systems and associated savings may vary depending on such things as installation cost variations and other variables which can affect the final result. Results are provided to give an indicative optimal solar system size and to explore the potential benefits of battery storage. We do not take responsibility for the accuracy of provided figures or information you enter or how you may interpret this information. In particular, we accept no responbility for any results based on missing or inaccurate consumption data.
Solar Science Pty. Ltd. is not a financial adviser and we suggest you consider obtaining advice from an Australian Financial Services Licensee (issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission under the Corporations Act 2001) before making any financial decision related to our results.
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material we will try to provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect.
It is your sole responsibility to periodically check these Terms for any changes. If you do not agree with any of the changes to these Terms, it is your sole responsibility to stop using the Service. Your continued use of the Service will be deemed as your acceptance thereof.
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