Wednesday 14 September 2022 07:11 AM 2GB broadcaster Ben Fordham claims solar panels have environmental issues trends now
One of Australia's most high-profile radio hosts has reignited debate about solar panels, claiming the 'clean, green energy source' has environmental issues.
Sydney Radio 2GB host Ben Fordham raised questions over the 'fragile' and 'flawed' business case for panels after he was inundated with complaints from listeners now doubting a push to make the switch.
Solar power is expected to make up 50 per cent of Australia's energy capacity by 2030, which NSW treasurer Matt Kean hailed as 'critical in modernising our electricity system'.
But Fordham says authorities can't hide the fact that a lot of question marks remain about the panels, even though half a million NSW households alone have them installed, including himself.
A big question mark remains over the cost and environmental efficiency of solar panels, according to one broadcaster (pictured, panels being installed)
It costs Australians an average of $10,000 for the panels on top of up to $16,000 for the battery to make the most out of the system, the host claimed.
'People have installed solar panels in the hope of saving money in the long run,' he said.
'But more experts are pointing out that the 'savings day' is being pushed back further and further.'
'We've had listeners point out to us that after making the switch- they're not actually saving money.
'It sounds like people are starting to have buyer's remorse.'
One woman told Fordham her household is now paying $80 more a quarter than before going solar two years ago as they repay the cost of the panels.
Fordham quoted research from leading
