Laurie Kane, Author at Solar Design Software | Solar CRM

Unlocking the $2.3B Cheaper Home Batteries Program

Australia’s renewable energy market is poised for a massive boost with Labor’s announcement of the new Solar Battery Rebate Program. This initiative presents exciting opportunities for solar installers, particularly in terms of increased battery sales, improved cash flow, and streamlined compliance processes. Here’s how you, as a solar installer, can leverage SolarPlus software to maximise the benefits of this scheme.

April 8, 2025 No Comments

Introducing Auto-design: The Future of Solar System Design 🚀

NEW FEATURE Designing optimised solar and battery systems just got faster and smarter with SolarPlus auto-design; our powerful new AI-driven tool that takes the guesswork out

February 10, 2025 No Comments

The SolarPlus guide to compliance and access to the NSW PDRS Battery Rebate (PRCs)

SolarPlus is the leading battery sales platform to help you through the requirements of the NSW battery rebate launching on November 1st, 2024.

You can design and model energy and savings for everything from DC-coupled BESS to a bespoke AC-coupled battery system.

You can also model any system upgrade including battery only sales or partial solar + battery upgrades to show the savings and payback.

With this new program and concerns around lithium batteries, the government will be auditing to ensure full compliance with standards.

October 30, 2024 No Comments

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Flexible mapping options: How SolarPlus is transforming solar quoting with enhanced visualisation

For the experienced sales manager, you’re all too familiar with the uphill battle of convincing potential customers to invest in a solar and battery system. Countless objections are thrown your way, ranging from the fear of relying on renewable energy, the perceived high costs of solar and the familiarity of grid electricity.

September 5, 2023 No Comments

How a solar design guideline became a rule that limits the full potential of residential solar

Laurie discusses how a solar design guideline was turned into a rule that limits the full potential of residential solar in some areas. The post explores the impact of these rules on homeowners and the solar industry, and offers solutions for overcoming the barriers they present.

July 28, 2023 No Comments