A new era of energy generation has dawned in Australia. For the first time, rooftop solar systems have outpaced brown coal in electricity generation, marking a monumental milestone in the nation's transition to a sustainable energy economy.

This achievement underscores the growing impact of distributed solar systems, from individual households to commercial rooftops, and reflects a future that is not only cleaner but also more decentralized and consumer driven.

According to RenewEconomy, data from last summer reveals that rooftop solar consistently generated more electricity than brown coal during daylight hours. This is not just symbolic; it is a tangible indicator of how rapidly Australia's energy mix is evolving.

Key Highlights from the Summer Energy Report

• Rooftop Solar Dominance

As per last summer's reports:

• Rooftop solar contributed more energy than brown coal during peak sunlight hours.

• Distributed solar emerged as the top daytime power source, effectively lowering demand on fossil-fuel-based energy.

• Rising Support and Readiness

This trend also reflects:

• Rising public awareness of solar energy's long-term value

• Technological maturity in rooftop systems and battery integration

• Supportive policy measures and incentives driving consumer adoption

This isn’t just an energy shift; it’s a behavior shift, says Kane Thornton, CEO of the Clean Energy Council. Australians are now leading the energy transition from their rooftops.

What This Means for Solar EPCs and Retailers

As demand for rooftop solar increases, solar EPCs (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) and retailers face both opportunity and pressure:

Challenges:

• Managing surging lead volumes

• Speeding up proposal and quote turnaround

• Designing battery-ready systems that comply with standards like AS 4777

• Coordinating across sales, design, and install teams

Opportunity:

Those who can deliver fast, accurate, and seamless project execution will win. The market is ripe for growth, but only for those equipped to scale.

The Role of Technology: How Eclipse360 Enables EPCs to Scale Smarter

Eclipse360 is built specifically for the challenges modern solar EPCs face.

Here's what it offers:

• CRM-integrated lead management for real-time tracking

• Instant, compliant proposal generation for solar and battery systems

• End-to-end task management across sales, design, and install workflows

• Battery-ready design tools aligned with national compliance standards

By unifying operations into a single digital platform, Eclipse360 ensures EPCs can respond faster, execute better, and grow more efficiently.

Looking Ahead: A Decentralized Energy Future

The rooftop solar boom is not a temporary trend; it's a structural shift. With climate targets tightening and electricity prices rising, rooftop solar and storage adoption will continue to climb.

For EPCs and installers, this means:

• More projects

• More complexity

• Higher expectations from both customers and regulators

Tools like Eclipse360 are no longer optional, they are essential. Eclipse360 empowers EPCs to meet this moment with confidence. From CRM to proposals to installs, everything is connected in one seamless platform.