Media Release: New accreditation body for solar installers and designers

29 February 2024

The Clean Energy Regulator (CER) has approved Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA) as the new installer and designer accreditation scheme operator (ASO) under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES). SAA is a new entity established to be able to carry out its functions independently while being accountable to the CER.

Solar PV installer declared ineligible to install solar systems under SRES

09 February 2024

On 5 February 2024, the Clean Energy Regulator (CER) declared Clean Energy Council (CEC) accredited installer, David Coulthard ineligible to install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (the scheme) for 12 months. Any solar PV systems installed by Mr Coulthard during this period will not be eligible to receive Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs).

Impact of 3G network shutdowns on power station meters

07 February 2024

The permanent shutdown of 3G mobile phone networks around Australia began in December 2023 with further shutdowns scheduled in 2024. We are preparing for the impact this will have for many power stations and their remote access of data through on-site modems.

We recommend you investigate the impact of the 3G network shutdown if you have an internet-enabled meter.

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