Figure out your solar usage
It's easy to see how much solar energy you're exporting and how much electricity you're using from the grid with MyAccount or the Alinta Energy app. Here's how:
- Log in to MyAccount or the Alinta Energy app.
- Go to the 'Usage' tab at the top.
- Choose to view your usage by day or month.
What you'll see
From Grid: Electricity you purchased from the grid (in dollars & kWh).
Solar Feed-in: Solar energy you exported to the grid, and earned credit for (in dollars & kWh).
Yellow bars: Solar energy you exported back to the grid.
Orange bars: Electricity you purchased from the grid.
What's next
Compare the kWh values for 'From Grid' and 'Solar Feed-in' to see if you're using more grid energy or exporting more solar energy. Now use our guide below to find the best plan.
Finding the right solar plan for you
Choosing the best solar plan for you depends on how much solar energy you feed-in (export) vs. what you use from the grid.
Export more than you use from the grid?
A plan with a higher feed-in tariff (FiT) is more important for your home or business.
Use more from the grid than you export?
A higher feed-in tariff may not be as important for your home or business.
