P.S. Max

More like a very efficient Hybrid in 2027 for me

more flexible for rural living.

eg. a Toyota Corolla Cross.

Cheers Mavs

Hi Maverick,
I hear you on having just bought a car. I'm not saying everyone's got to switch straight away - but I do imagine Australia ending up with an end of life for oil cars date like other countries. Eventually. We're still getting over the legacy of the Denier government we just sacked - otherwise we might already have an oil exit date beyond which new Internal Combustion Engines cannot be bought in Australia.

But don't give up on your own solar! Apparently renters or others without roof space can buy into a 'solar garden'. It’s out somewhere with cheap real estate. Your panels sit there pumping solar energy into the grid, and they measure the amount and deduct it from your bill. It transfers with you if you move. I haven't read through all the legal details and what admin fees there are, but basically:-
”1. Become a member of Haystacks Solar Garden Co-operative.
2. Apply for a solar garden plot and transfer the plot fee
3. Switch your electricity retailer to the participating retailer – Energy Locals
4. Once the solar panels are generating electricity, receive credit on your electricity bill.”
http://haystacks.solargarden.org.au/

Thanks Max

Cheers Mavs