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When solar makes sense in NZ — and when it doesn't

Solar isn't for everyone. There are five situations where it pays back fast, and a few where it never does. Here's how to tell which you're in.

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Battery storage: the maths most installers won't show you

Batteries triple the upfront cost of a solar system. For most NZ homes the payback is 12+ years. Here's when they actually make sense.

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