THE Mycelia Energy Collective, a local charity and social enterprise based in Bass, in partnership with Sunscape Solar in Grantville are offering special pricing on household batteries, solar panels and hybrid systems through their first solar and battery bulk buy program. Earthworker Cooperative heat pump hot-water system representatives will also be participating.
The bulk buy was announced in early February, a week before the recent statewide power outage, and will be valid throughout 2024 to members of the Mycelia Energy Collective.
The program has been designed to reduce barriers for people who are interested in owning a battery or solar panel system or installing a heat pump hot water system, but haven’t managed to take the leap. The partners are providing trusted local advice, information on what rebates and no-interest loans you may be eligible for, and support identifying the right systems for your household needs and budget.
Communication and Engagement Manager for Mycelia, Sierra Dunton says: “We designed this bulk buy in response to our member survey; people expressed an overwhelming interest in owning household batteries and needing trusted sources of information on what their options are.
“Cost and access to reliable information are major barriers for people. There is so much info out there to wade through, that for many, making a confident decision can be quite challenging.”
Mycelia’s bulk buy program offers three different price points and different solar and battery sizes, so more people have an opportunity to start generating their own power, possibly even storing it in a battery for evening use or power outages.
“As far as getting the right advice, our partners at Sunscape Solar are great to work with and really prioritise trust and customer relationships,” says Sierra.
“The Earthworker hot water tank is manufactured in Gippsland and has a 15-year warranty, which is considerably better than most similar systems.
“I think people living in regional areas are starting to sense the ongoing cost of not having a level of energy resilience. The impacts for some are massive and we’re looking at the possibility of outages becoming more frequent. If you’ve been considering a battery, we really encourage you to get in touch to get some specific info about what might work for you and what it might cost so you can make the right decision.”
Speed Date an Energy Expert –Sunday March 3, Kilcunda Community Hall
If you are interested in purchasing household solar or battery or a heatpump, you’re invited to a Speed Date an Energy Expert Event on Sunday, March 3. Experts from Sunscape Solar, Earthworker
Energy Manufacturing Cooperative and the Mycelia Energy Collective will be there to help identify what battery or solar system is right for you, what it’ll likely cost you (out-of-pocket) and how to be more resilient during the next power outage.
30 minute one-on-one sessions with Sunscape Solar and Earthworker Cooperative reps are available throughout the day for individualised advice. Or you can drop-in anytime from 9.30am – 4pm to speak to the team at Mycelia about becoming a member and the other services they offer. To make a booking and for bulk buy pricing, email info@mycelia.org.au or visit fb.me/e/3f4BoDN9A
Join the Mycelia Energy Collective
Discounted bulk buy pricing on batteries and solar is available to Mycelia Energy Collective members only. If you’re interested in joining, jump online to compare their rates with what you’re paying now.
Swapping energy providers takes about five minutes. The time for change is now – thepeoplesgrid.com/collectives/mycelia-energy-collective
