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14 min read

How Much Does it Cost to Charge an Electric Car (EV)?

Plico Team: 13/12/2022

The cost of charging an electric car (EV) varies depending on four main factors: battery size, battery type, charging method and solar power vs. grid...

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3 min read

What does the 2022 Federal Budget mean for me?

Plico Team: 02/11/2022

With the Federal Budget released in October 2022, the rising cost of living is again in the headlines. Cost of living, power prices, interest rates,...

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4 min read

Is Plico right for you? The answer might surprise you

Plico Team: 18/10/2022

West Australians have been on the solar bandwagon for years, setting the benchmark for the rest of the country when it comes to solar energy...

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3 min read

What are the running costs of a pool and how can solar help?

Plico Team: 07/09/2022

Putting in a swimming pool is an exciting exercise! But it can also be costly. Dreams of “I can’t wait to beat summer heat waves in my very own pool,...

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5 min read

Save on energy bills in spring with simple but effective changes

Sarah Molloy: 05/09/2022

It’s springtime - a good time to get organised and get things in order! Although the weather is warming up, the cooler nights and mornings mean that...

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8 min read

What Appliances can be Run on Solar Power?

Plico Team: 22/08/2022

Household appliances make up the lion’s share of your home’s electricity use. Fortunately, all electrical appliances can be run by solar power. At...

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3 min read

Takeaways from the State of the Environment Report

Plico Team: 04/08/2022

The Australian Government has released a new State of the Environment report highlighting the changes and damages to our country’s environment. The...

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2 min read

Winter is the best time to invest in solar - here’s why!

Plico Team: 03/08/2022

If you’ve been considering solar for your home, you may have assumed it’s best to invest during the summer months when sunshine is plentiful and your...

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6 min read

Does Solar Work in Winter?

Plico Team: 27/07/2022

Your solar + battery system will continue to work tirelessly throughout winter. While its productivity may slightly decrease because of an increase...

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