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Hi Lester,Yes I try to self consume as much solar production as I can. Installed a Heat Pump hws about 4 months ago, so now only use gas for 3 to 4 months in winter. I run a 6 Kw and a 3.5 Kw heat pump for heating and cooling. Central gas heater set to 16 for background heat. Usually only runs for short periods when the outside temperature drops below 6 degrees.Generation statistics 2016 - 2025. Generation 56.84 MWh, self-consumption 9.61 MWh, consumption 18.82 MWh, from grid 9.21 MWh. The HPHWS ...

Hi Lester,Yes, less appealing to install solar panels now. I was going to upgrade my 5Kw system, but now I will wait until the unit or panels fail. Installed in2014. Still reasonable generation but have been informed of some issues witha few of the lower quality panels. 3Kw on the North, (2014) then additional2Kw on the west (2016)Currently paying about $200 a year, for heating, cooling, cooking and hotwater. Still use a small amount of gas in the coldest months. Not keen onspending on a battery ...

As the fit is 3.3c and most probably moving to almost Zero shortly, why haven't time limited fits not been introduced. Low fits in off peak and high fits in peak times. There is almost no incentive to send excess energy to grid. Might have to get the export limit set to Zero when the new fit comes in. Why should I send energy to the grid for no reward but retailers charge the neighbours 25c or more to use the energy next door.

Thanks for that Megan. I will do as you stated when my next gas usage period is done. I am going to leave it as it is this period to see when my gas period ends. Changed to Heat Pump hot water recently. Also use an Induction hob for cooking. Could you pass on the suggestion for a Casual Plan as this plan would be for pausing gas conection not moving. I am just trying to see if what you have suggested can be made easier.