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South Polar jet stream shown looping over Adelaide and Victoria on 1 November 16:00 2022. This will become more regular in coming years as the South Polar - Equator…

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SaveH2O
Nov 02, 2022 8:59 am
SaveH2O
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stonesthrow
Sep 18, 2020 1:25 pm
Tash2020
Tash2020
22 July 2020

Spammers on Home One?

Spammers on Home One?

Yes I received the same message last week.

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Tash2020
Jul 23, 2020 12:14 am
GLO
GLO
18 July 2020

Solar Panels Instead Roof Tiles - Experiences?

Solar Panels Instead Roof Tiles - Experiences?
1, 2

My upgraded Wisdom Home package I opted for the $7950 1.5kw Bristile (33x 45w)solar tile package with Fronius inverter. I added 4 extra solar tiles to make it 1.665kw.…

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GLO
Jul 18, 2020 7:38 pm
rantapawan
rantapawan
17 April 2020

Sustainability Links

Sustainability Links
1, 2

Its a great resource list Steve, Thanks!

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rantapawan
Apr 17, 2020 4:34 am
rantapawan
aussieta
aussieta
6 May 2019

Interpreting energy usage on Powercor website

Interpreting energy usage on Powercor website

as the graph is in hourly increments you may export for 30 mins and import for 30 mins at least i hope that's what it is because my origin graph is the same

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aussieta
May 06, 2019 4:56 pm
aussieta
James Brown
James Brown
2 February 2019

Flat roof + Solar panels - Is it possible?

Flat roof + Solar panels - Is it possible?

It is possible to install solar system in your flat roof. You also may contact with a company which provide solar system.

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James Brown
Feb 02, 2019 9:30 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
1 March 2018

Tackling inefficiency & Urban Heat Island Effect

Tackling inefficiency & Urban Heat Island Effect

The outer Western Sydney suburb of Penrith registered 47.3C on January 7 but a news team found 48C outside a school in another suburb. Why do so many people spec black…

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SaveH2O
Mar 01, 2018 8:22 pm
SaveH2O
limefroggy
limefroggy
24 December 2016

Noisy water pump from rainwater tank

Noisy water pump from rainwater tank

Thanks for the advice, I will try the rubber mat.

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limefroggy
Dec 24, 2016 1:54 am
limefroggy
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
19 December 2016

TESLA introduces the SOLAR ROOF.

TESLA introduces the SOLAR ROOF.

Would you care to quote where a car was mentioned? OT but just FYI. it is widely believed that the coming TESLA Model 3 will have an optional PV sun roof.

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SaveH2O
Dec 19, 2016 10:50 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
21 November 2016

Rainwater catchment

Rainwater catchment

If you have a standard rainwater harvesting system, you will need pvc downpipes but there would usually only be a couple of downpipes affected. Contracturally, they have…

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SaveH2O
Nov 21, 2016 9:18 pm
SaveH2O
tezzab
tezzab
21 August 2016

Tank - 3rd try

Tank - 3rd try
1, 2

Hi SaveH2O, thanks for your response and observations. I did give the plumber credit for swatting up on the diverters, as he was intrigued by the theory after initially…

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tezzab
Aug 21, 2016 10:54 pm
tezzab
bpratt
bpratt
16 May 2016

Sludge in rain water tank

Sludge in rain water tank
1, 2, 3

This is why we should drink Alkaline Water besides drinking regular water. As Alkaline Water has high PH than the regular water, it…

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bpratt
May 16, 2016 11:50 am
Sloppy
Sloppy
7 January 2016

Septic system options

Septic system options

Thanks. That gives me a ball park figure to work towards. I do like the idea of the worm farm rather than the traditional septic systems

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Sloppy
Jan 07, 2016 8:56 am
webuild
webuild
11 December 2015

Heat pump to power hydronic heating as well as hot water?

Heat pump to power hydronic heating as well as hot water?

have you heard of thermaskirt? www.thermaskirtaustralia.com.au I had it installed in my house after allot of debate and research into our options, Absolutely love it…

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webuild
Dec 11, 2015 1:54 pm
webuild
british kiwi
british kiwi
27 November 2015

Water Tank placement

Water Tank placement

Wow that is a lot of information. Thank you very much. We shouldn't need the drip system as the veggie crates are wicking bed. I will sit down with hubby and see what he…

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british kiwi
Nov 27, 2015 7:16 am
bpratt
bpratt
12 June 2015

Solar power recommendations - Melbourne

Solar power recommendations - Melbourne

That's why I mentioned the inverter that I have, the Kaco inverters. They can be controlled by the Selectronics SP Pro when you go hybrid or fully offgrid. Apparently you…

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bpratt
Jun 12, 2015 6:25 pm
Grakat
Grakat
3 May 2015

Off grid power just got a kick in the right direction

Off grid power just got a kick in the right direction

Just as long as the Aussie premium doesn't kick in once these battery cells are exported here. $3.5k USD rapidly becomes $15k AUD once a local agent starts dealing in them.

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Grakat
May 03, 2015 7:30 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
1 April 2015

Location of Solar Hot Water Panel. Ideal House Orientation

Location of Solar Hot Water Panel. Ideal House Orientation

Their comment was the water got too hot during summer but it was nearly time to remove the shade cloth for autumn/winter. Haha, a lot of…

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Stewie D
Apr 01, 2015 10:55 am
siapao
siapao
17 March 2015

Provisions for a solar system?

Provisions for a solar system?

Thanks for sharing bashworth :D

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siapao
Mar 17, 2015 10:06 pm
BJ88
BJ88
1 February 2015

Looking for an Enviro Friendly Air Conditioner

Looking for an Enviro Friendly Air Conditioner

Depends what you define environmentally friendly. If it's one that has the best efficiency compared to common air conditioners on the market, then you need to look into…

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BJ88
Feb 01, 2015 3:27 am
BJ88
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
31 January 2015

The Tipping Points (SBS)

The Tipping Points (SBS)

It hasn't taken long. The excellent "Years Of Living Dangerously" documentary on climate change mentioned earlier in the thread is being repeated on SBS2, commencing at 5…

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SaveH2O
Jan 31, 2015 4:26 pm
SaveH2O
StructuralBIMGuy
StructuralBIMGuy
24 January 2015

Solar Skylights + Solar Lights

Solar Skylights + Solar Lights

I would like to know more about this also, so am following.............. If anyone has any experience with these can you please let me know your…

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StructuralBIMGuy
Jan 24, 2015 10:04 am
StructuralBIMGuy
tezzab
tezzab
8 December 2014

Rural Rainwater Renovation

Rural Rainwater Renovation

a very overdue update, but I waited to see if it actually worked, that's my excuse... After collecting various parts and prototyping, the 2 risers have been replaced. No…

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tezzab
Dec 08, 2014 5:08 pm
tezzab
mirz
mirz
14 November 2014

EarthWool R2.0 external walls will work internal walls?

EarthWool R2.0 external walls will work internal walls?

thanks Stewie, just checked with supplier and they assured that R2.7 SHD will fit 90mm stud frame. will see how it will on insulation day.

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mirz
Nov 14, 2014 12:47 pm
mirz

Most if not all poly tanks are molded…

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SaveH2O
Oct 31, 2014 9:51 pm
SaveH2O
Stewie D
Stewie D
8 October 2014

A BETTER BRICK - carbon sequestration.

A BETTER BRICK - carbon sequestration.

Interesting article and a step in the right direction. Thanks for posting it. If they can make these bricks and pavers cost competitive then they will get a foothold in…

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Stewie D
Oct 08, 2014 9:34 am
bpratt
bpratt
28 August 2014

Rainwater tank 101 for a new build?

Rainwater tank 101 for a new build?
1, 2, 3, 4

the second one was quite pricey at $1389 at http://www.ruralandturf.com.au/shop?pag ... gory_id=13 Which was the only…

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bpratt
Aug 28, 2014 8:10 pm
pattycake4
pattycake4
27 August 2014

water tank

water tank

l have a quote for rainwater tank.Do you think pump is right size, grateful to any imput on setup etc Supply and install 1 new 31700 litre polymaster rain water…

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pattycake4
Aug 27, 2014 8:09 pm
Marmalade
Marmalade
7 August 2014

Solar Skylights Panels for New Home

Solar Skylights Panels for New Home

The solar panel is the major cost of this, and to power a simple LED array is a bit of a waste. A wired LED diffused flat panel would be much brighter and probably…

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Marmalade
Aug 07, 2014 4:28 pm
Crazyk
Crazyk
23 July 2014

What solar install companies?

What solar install companies?

What solar install companies in Melbourne have you guys used and why did you choose them? Has anyone heard of Sungevity?

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Crazyk
Jul 23, 2014 9:49 pm
Crazyk
tezzab
tezzab
20 July 2014

Uncharged Systems - a dry option

Uncharged Systems - a dry option

This thread has been dormant for a while now, as circumstances have changed considerably. This was to be part of an OB build, but after a lot of consideration, the…

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tezzab
Jul 20, 2014 6:41 pm
tezzab
alansilver
alansilver
26 March 2014

Solar Panels worth it?

Solar Panels worth it?

I am building in Victoria Park, small block but 2 storey house. I am looking at the solar panel option but not sure if anyone has used a provider in Perth. There are only…

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alansilver
Mar 26, 2014 8:10 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
12 February 2014

Worth it? “H2grO greywater” electric diverter irrigation

Worth it? “H2grO greywater” electric diverter irrigation

Yes. Plans all but completed ( don't laugh, we are up to Revision 35 ! I have done countless versions and 3D renders for my other half who has a bit of a problem relating…

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Stewie D
Feb 12, 2014 9:11 am
B STAR
B STAR
24 January 2014

Solar panel feed-in tariffs, transfer to new owners?

Solar panel feed-in tariffs, transfer to new owners?

Moving house The Premium Feed-in Tariff is linked to the property where the solar panels are installed, so when moving house you cannot take the Premium Feed-in Tariff…

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B STAR
Jan 24, 2014 6:54 pm
MR2
MR2
20 January 2014

REMINDER: Check Meter Reading

REMINDER: Check Meter Reading

we just had the same thing, our bill was over by 130kw over a 137kw bill hahahaha

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MR2
Jan 20, 2014 5:04 pm
MR2
bpratt
bpratt
2 January 2014

Re: Environment friendly Living

Re: Environment friendly Living

What concerns me is that in some newer housing estates which sees the average suburban block becoming smaller ( 450 sq m ) following a state…

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bpratt
Jan 02, 2014 6:21 pm
DoubleDutch
DoubleDutch
20 October 2013

Quote by builder for rainwater tank

Quote by builder for rainwater tank

In Victoria, new class 1 buildings are required to have either a 2,000 litre rainwater tank that harvests a minimum 50 sq m roof area and…

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DoubleDutch
Oct 20, 2013 10:32 am
HeathWilD
HeathWilD
19 September 2013

Roof color

Roof color

Lighter colorbond colours do reflect more heat, the lighter colours like surfmist are designed as HSR or high solar reflectivity. They also produce a product called…

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HeathWilD
Sep 19, 2013 6:27 am
HeathWilD
4_Pumps
4_Pumps
6 September 2013

Maintenance Of Water Tank Submersible Pumps

Maintenance Of Water Tank Submersible Pumps

Hi SaveH2O, Realistically this will occur .1 % of the time. That combined with velocity of the water moving through the pump should prevent any damage to the pump. After…

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4_Pumps
Sep 06, 2013 10:35 am
4_Pumps
MrsT12
MrsT12
3 July 2013

Heating in Wallan

Heating in Wallan

bump!

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MrsT12
Jul 03, 2013 10:08 pm
MrsT12
TimH247
TimH247
11 April 2013

Sizing a rainwater system for self-sufficiency

Sizing a rainwater system for self-sufficiency

I understand that a tank by the house has less friction loss and possibly less head loss, but I can't work out how that…

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TimH247
Apr 11, 2013 8:16 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
16 February 2013

Underground Water Tank in front yard

Underground Water Tank in front yard
1, 2

Just be aware that a tank will only collect water from the roof areas the downpipes feeding the tank harvest. The harvest yield will also not be 100% and yield losses…

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SaveH2O
Feb 16, 2013 12:44 pm
SaveH2O
grumblebum54
grumblebum54
29 January 2013

South facing backyard

South facing backyard

I just checked the area where you are building and a south facing backyard would be aimed at Bass Strait. The peninsula has lakes and open sea so you should get some…

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grumblebum54
Jan 29, 2013 8:51 am
grumblebum54
delatite13
delatite13
10 January 2013

Anyone used Thermawall or Koolwall over hebel blocks?

Anyone used Thermawall or Koolwall over hebel blocks?

On top of those costings above, don't forget a decent price psqm for the render. I doubt you'll find a renderer for $10 a sq metre.

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delatite13
Jan 10, 2013 10:13 pm
delatite13
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
11 December 2012

Watertank Mains Water Switching Devices; Are They Necessary?

Watertank Mains Water Switching Devices; Are They Necessary?

:shock: :shock: :shock: I assume that you will be using the water for something…

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SaveH2O
Dec 11, 2012 4:46 pm
SaveH2O
leighton
leighton
11 December 2012

Rainwater/Stormwater system advice

Rainwater/Stormwater system advice

Unless you put in a very big tank, you will be running water straight through the tank and onto the land. It doesn't fix the problem. Put in one tank but run the water to…

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leighton
Dec 11, 2012 8:31 am
leighton
Forg
Forg
5 July 2012

Passive solar flooring options

Passive solar flooring options

My mum got cork flooring to replace the salmon carpet that was there when they moved in. Given Dad's paint "colour" preferences (white, white, and white with a hint of…

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Forg
Jul 05, 2012 3:57 pm
indi
indi
27 June 2012

Ozzi Kleen systems

Ozzi Kleen systems

We have had both an Ozzi Kleen and Septech (as well as septic tanks). A lot of councils will insist on a treatment plant rather than a septic, check this out first. Of…

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indi
Jun 27, 2012 1:47 pm
Forg
Forg
26 June 2012

heating a bathroom

heating a bathroom
1, 2

We've got under-floor electric in our bathroom, have had it a couple of years. Even though it's "on" for 4-5 months of they year, doesn't seem to use as much power as one…

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Forg
Jun 26, 2012 8:23 pm

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