Take Charge
Podcast Description
Welcome to the official podcast of Solar Battery Group — hosted by CEO James Hetherington. Tune in for expert insights, industry updates, and conversations with leaders driving Australia’s renewable energy future. Whether you’re a homeowner, a solar enthusiast, or just curious about clean energy, this podcast breaks down complex topics into real, actionable advice to help you power a smarter, more sustainable home.
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Covers renewable energy topics with a strong focus on solar technology, battery efficiency, and sustainable living, featuring episodes like 'Cheaper Home Battery Scheme' with insights from the Minister for Climate Change and Energy and discussions about innovative home energy solutions.

Welcome to the official podcast of Solar Battery Group — hosted by CEO James Hetherington. Tune in for expert insights, industry updates, and conversations with leaders driving Australia’s renewable energy future. Whether you’re a homeowner, a solar enthusiast, or just curious about clean energy, this podcast breaks down complex topics into real, actionable advice to help you power a smarter, more sustainable home.
Join James Hetherington and Carlos Garcia from Amber Electric as they break down the real benefits of solar batteries and how customers can take control of their energy savings.
In this video, we cover:
• How solar batteries help you store and use your own power
• What a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) is and how joining one works
• Why Amber’s model puts customers in charge — keeping the benefits and maximising long-term savings
• How smart energy choices can future-proof your home against rising energy costs
About Amber Electric
Founded in 2017–2018, Amber was built with one clear mission: how can we help customers continue saving on energy long term? By giving customers direct access to wholesale energy prices and smarter energy tools, Amber empowers households to make informed decisions and get more value from their solar and battery systems.
Whether you’re already running solar or considering adding a battery, this discussion dives into how to make your energy work harder for you.
🔋⚡ Take charge of your energy. Keep the benefits. Save smarter.

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