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This week the team sits down with Katie Tebbatt, General Manager at EcoVantage, to unpack the nuts and bolts of Australia’s booming battery and certificate market. From Tesla and GoodWe recalls to the realities of CER compliance, Katie cuts through the jargon and explains how carbon credits, LGCs, and rebates really shape the solar-battery landscape. Expect sharp insights, a few laughs, and a reminder that the renewables race is only just getting started.

This episode is proudly sponsored by Southwell Solar Training—delivering practical, standards-based CPD that installers actually find useful. Their online courses cover real-world issues like defects, labeling, battery installation, and system upgrades, helping solar professionals stay compliant while building confidence on the job.

Regarding the new VIC scheme:

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Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen, Nigel Morris and Jess MacPherson. It's a casual conversation that shouldn't be taken as business, financial or legal advice.

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This episode we’re joined by Blair Pester (Winaico Australia) for a great chat about the industry, innovation, and what’s shaping the solar game in Australia. Tune in for another honest and insightful conversation with one of the best in the business.

This episode is proudly sponsored by Southwell Solar Training—delivering practical, standards-based CPD that installers actually find useful. Their online courses cover real-world issues like defects, labeling, battery installation, and system upgrades, helping solar professionals stay compliant while building confidence on the job.

Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen, Nigel Morris and Jess MacPherson. It's a casual conversation that shouldn't be taken as business, financial or legal advice.

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Pat & Jo Southwell join us to unpack the state of inspections, the myths around labelling, and why real CPD matters. From running a family business to driving industry training and advocacy, they share what it takes to keep solar standards sharp as the industry shifts.

This episode is proudly sponsored by Southwell Solar Training—delivering practical, standards-based CPD that installers actually find useful. Their online courses cover real-world issues like defects, labeling, battery installation, and system upgrades, helping solar professionals stay compliant while building confidence on the job.

Just Another Solar Podcast is hosted by Luke Beattie, Karl Jensen, Nigel Morris and Jess MacPherson. It's a casual conversation that shouldn't be taken as business, financial or legal advice.

0:00 – Intro & catching up with the crew
2:00 – Nigel’s big life changes and new role at Smart Energy Council
5:00 – Tindo Solar wins Sunshot Fund support
7:00 – Battery sizing mistakes & system design challenges
13:00 – Cashflow crunch from the battery boom
17:00 – Welcoming Pat & Jo Southwell
19:00 – How inspection changes hit their business
20:30 – From inspections to turning systems on
21:30 – How Pat & Jo got into solar
23:30 – What’s holding Victoria back on batteries
25:50 – Pat’s own mega solar + battery setup
29:00 – The Solar Sidekicks podcast journey
31:00 – Advocacy, emergency backstop & industry challenges
37:30 – Launching Southwell Solar Training
39:00 – The labeling minefield explained
44:00 – Most popular courses & subscription model
47:00 – Why CPD must be more than “beer and pizza nights”
52:00 – Future training plans: apprentices, sales, and marketing
56:00 – Closing thoughts & sponsor message