Households rush to claim new federal subsidy as battery capacity surges across the country Australian households have responded swiftly and enthusiastically to the new Cheaper Home Batteries subsidy, which came…
Author: Warwick Johnston
Battery Market Booming
BOOM! That’s the sound of the battery market right now. (if you read everything below, its also the sound your business will make) As you’ll witness below, the battery market…
Bigger Batteries. Bigger Opportunity
Recently I shared the extraordinary first-time news:…. … more ESS than PV systems were sold in May! Battery sales are booming, in terms of customer numbers. Battery size is booming…
Retrofits, Hybrids, and Winning Brands
Recently we showed product popularity will be affected by the subsidy. The battery market is booming, but not booming equally for all. Because product-market fit influences brand success. The subsidy…
The KPIs that quietly drive battery market share in Australia
The Australian residential battery market is heating up — and beneath the surface, a new set of performance metrics is emerging as decisive for brand success. While some manufacturers chase…
Bigger Batteries, Better Value — And the Smart Brands Behind It
Australia’s residential battery market is experiencing a sharp transformation. Thanks to the new federal battery rebate, battery sales are booming — and reshaping both what customers buy and how much…
Australia’s Battery Boom: Why Size, Retrofits, and Product Fit Now Matter More Than Ever
Australia’s battery market is booming — but not booming equally for all. In the past two months, SunWiz data has revealed a wave of structural change in how the market…
Batteries will drive PV uptake for coming years
Understand this: Australia’s battery market is on the verge of a multi-year boom — one that could see over one million batteries installed over the next five years. That’s a…
Why National Battery Strategy Fails Without State-Level Insight
Australia may have a national energy policy and a federal battery subsidy, but when it comes to actual battery adoption, place still matters deeply. Battery uptake varies significantly across states…
What It Takes to Be a Top Battery Brand in Australia
Every year, SunWiz identifies the leaders in Australia’s battery market — and after a decade of observing the rise and fall of dozens of players, we’ve developed a clear view…
Same Capacity, More Power - The Surprising Trend in Battery Size
When it comes to batteries, size matters — but the ideal size depends heavily on location, system configuration, and subsidy parameters. Unlike PV systems, which have steadily grown larger over…
Battery Attachment Rate is Surging — and May Soon Exceed 100%
Australia is on the cusp of a major shift in solar battery adoption — one where more batteries may be installed each year than new PV systems. This tipping point…
Maximising Opportunities in the Australian Battery MarketÂ
Australia’s Battery Market is Set to Surge — Are You Ready?! Australia’s solar battery market is primed for its most significant growth phase yet. According to the newly released 2025…
AlphaESS is the second largest Battery Manufacturer For 2025
SunWiz is Australia’s primary source of market analytics for the Solar & Storage industry. We’ve been collating market information since 2009 and most of the leading solar businesses subscribe to…
What It Takes to Be a Top Solar Retailer in Australia
Who Led the Australian Solar Market in 2024? The Australian solar retail market remains highly competitive, with some retailers consolidating market share while new challengers continue to emerge. The 2025…
Did Australia Just Lose Its Leading Solar Nation Status?
Still #1 in Solar Per Capita, but Falling in Global Rankings For years, Australia has been recognized as a global solar leader, consistently ranking among the top countries for solar…
Residential Solar Slowdown & The Shift to New Opportunities
How the Residential Solar Market Declined & Where Retailers Should Focus Next The Australian residential solar market experienced a noticeable slowdown in 2024, marking one of its weakest years in…
RESINC Solar is the No.1 Best Rated Retailer and Local Solar Hero for 2025
SunWiz researched the reviews of every Australian solar company, because we discovered consumers may be misled by overlooking the context of solar installer reviews.  Our research revealed 50% of solar businesses have…
Perth Solar Force is a Top Volume Solar Retailer and a Top Volume Battery Retailer for 2025
The installation of thousands of solar panels and batteries within a single year stands as a remarkable achievement for any solar company. Such a feat not only underscores a significant…
Positive Energy is a Top Volume Solar Battery Retailer and a Local Solar Hero for 2025
The installation of thousands of solar panels and batteries within a single year stands as a remarkable achievement for any solar company. Such a feat not only underscores a significant…
Why Commercial Solar Had Its Best Year Ever in 2024
Australia’s Commercial Solar Market Continues to Surge The Australian commercial solar sector experienced record-breaking growth in 2024, driven by strong demand in the 15-30kW and 1-5MW segments. According to the…