Positive Energy Solutions has been recognised in two categories at the 2026 SunWiz Awards. This is Australia’s most credible independent solar industry ranking. We received the #1 Local Solar Hero award for Perth Inner. We also placed #3 among all battery storage installers in Western Australia. Both awards were announced at the Smart Energy Conference in Sydney on 7 May 2026. The rankings are based on verified 2025 installation data.
Two awards in one year is a result we are proud of. One category reflects local community impact. The other reflects statewide battery volume. This post explains what the SunWiz Awards are. It covers what each award represents. It explains what this means when you choose a solar and battery company in Perth.
1. What the SunWiz Awards Are
SunWiz is Australia’s recognised authority on solar and battery storage market data. Since 2009, SunWiz has tracked every solar installation across the country. It draws on the Clean Energy Regulator’s REC Registry and verified records from STC service providers. That data forms the basis of SunWiz’s annual award rankings.
The key difference between SunWiz Awards and most industry recognition is how they are decided. There are no judging panels. There are no nominations, sponsor relationships, or paid placements. Rankings are based only on installation volume data. For review-based categories, they also use audited customer review records. Companies, government bodies, and NGOs use SunWiz data because it is independent. That same rigour makes it useful to homeowners trying to cut through the marketing.
A SunWiz Award does not mean a company applied for something and won. It means the data said so.
2. The Two Awards Positive Energy Solutions Won in 2026
#1 Local Solar Hero — Perth Inner
The Local Solar Hero award goes to the solar company with the highest installation volume in one specific area. In this case, that area is Perth Inner. It is a community-focused category. It shows which company does the most work for the most Perth households, right in their own backyard.
Positive Energy Solutions placed first. That reflects the volume of systems we designed and installed for Perth Inner households in 2025. This is not a national footprint spread across multiple states. It is focused, local work in the community we operate in. This is especially useful for homeowners in Perth Inner. If you are considering a solar and battery system, this ranking speaks most directly to your decision.
#3 Battery Storage Installer — Western Australia
The ESS (Energy Storage System) installer ranking measures battery storage installation volume. It is the total kilowatt-hours of battery capacity installed across the year. Positive Energy Solutions installed over 12,000 kWh of battery storage in Western Australia in 2025. That placed us third in the state.
This ranking matters for a specific reason. Positive Energy Solutions only installs solar and battery systems. There is no solar-only offering. Every system we build includes battery storage as part of the package, from day one. A top-three WA ranking in battery volume is a direct reflection of that model. It also reflects how many Perth households chose a full solar and battery system through us in 2025.
Western Australia has one of the highest rates of battery storage adoption in the country. We placed third statewide in that environment. As a business focused entirely on Perth and WA, that is a meaningful result.
3. Why Independent Recognition Matters When Choosing a Solar Company
The Perth solar market is busy. Most companies have polished websites, bold claims, and plenty of testimonials. Knowing who to trust is genuinely hard. This purchase carries 25- to 30-year warranties and sits on your roof for decades.
Independent, data-checked recognition cuts through that in a way marketing cannot match. SunWiz does not ask companies to apply. It does not invite entries or charge for ranking consideration. It reads the data, ranks accordingly, and publishes the results. When a company appears at the top of a SunWiz category, there is a reason. The installation records say they belong there.
For Perth homeowners, the practical implication is straightforward. Positive Energy Solutions installed more solar systems in Perth Inner than anyone else in 2025. We also installed more battery storage than almost anyone else in the state. That is a volume of real installations and real customers. It means real systems performing in Perth homes right now.
4. What Drives the Results
SunWiz rankings are a lagging indicator. They reflect what happened in 2025. What produced those numbers is worth understanding.
Battery-first model
Positive Energy Solutions does not sell solar only. Every system includes battery storage. That is an uncommon position in the Perth market. Most companies offer battery as an add-on. Many customers end up with solar-only systems. This limits their ability to benefit from stored energy or future grid programs. Our approach means every customer gets a complete system. That shows up in the battery volume numbers.
Local focus
Positive Energy Solutions operates in Perth. We are not a branch of a national company. Perth is not just one market among many for us. The Local Solar Hero ranking for Perth Inner reflects a business that has focused on one city. We have focused on one community, and built the installation volume to match.
System quality and engineering review
High installation volume only means something if the systems are well designed. Every Positive Energy Solutions system goes through an in-house engineering review before installation. It is then installed by dedicated installer partners, who make final site decisions on the day. Independent Omnidian monitoring runs from day one on every installation. Volume built on that process is different from volume built on quick-turn, low-margin systems.
5. What This Means If You are Considering Positive Energy Solutions
Awards do not install solar systems. People and processes do. But independent, data-checked recognition gives you a solid way to judge a company. You can compare its track record against its peers. This beats relying only on what the company says about itself.
Positive Energy Solutions is a two-time 2026 SunWiz Award winner. The rankings cover actual 2025 installation data, checked independently. If you are comparing solar and battery companies in Perth, that data point belongs in your comparison. Weigh it alongside quotes, product specs, and warranty terms.
Ready to Talk?
Speak to a Positive Energy Solutions consultant about a solar and battery system for your home. Every system is designed specifically for your energy usage, roof, and goals. Each one is backed by our in-house engineering review. We also use dedicated installer partners and Omnidian independent monitoring from day one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SunWiz?
SunWiz is Australia’s recognised authority on solar and battery storage market data. It has tracked every installation across the country since 2009. SunWiz Award rankings are based on Clean Energy Regulator data and verified installation records. They are not based on nominations, judging panels, or paid placement. Government bodies, corporations, and NGOs reference SunWiz data across the industry.
What does the Local Solar Hero award mean?
The Local Solar Hero award recognises the solar company with the highest installation volume within one specific area. Positive Energy Solutions won #1 Local Solar Hero for Perth Inner in 2026. That means we installed more residential solar systems in Perth Inner than any other company in 2025. This is based on verified data.
What does the #3 battery storage ranking mean?
Positive Energy Solutions placed third among all battery storage installers in Western Australia in 2026. This is based on total kilowatt-hours of battery capacity installed in 2025. We installed over 12,000 kWh of battery storage across WA in 2025. The ranking covers the entire state. It is determined by Clean Energy Regulator data, not self-reported figures.
Does Positive Energy Solutions install solar without a battery?
No. Positive Energy Solutions only designs and installs solar and battery systems, not solar alone. Every system includes battery storage from day one. That is reflected in the top-three WA battery installation ranking for 2025.
When were the 2026 SunWiz Awards announced?
The 2026 SunWiz Awards were announced at the Smart Energy Conference in Sydney on 7 May 2026. Rankings cover the 2025 calendar year. They are based on installation data verified through the Clean Energy Regulator REC Registry.
About the Author
Jason Wiktorowicz
Sales Manager, Positive Energy Solutions | Perth, WA
Jason has been at the centre of Western Australia’s energy transition for over a decade. As Orchestration Lead on Project Symphony — WA’s largest virtual power plant pilot — and Stream Lead on Project Encore, he worked directly with AEMO, Western Power and Energy Policy WA to shape how distributed energy resources connect and operate on the SWIS. That work included developing and rolling out CSIP-AUS, now mandatory for all new WA grid connections. He also led Emergency Solar Management (ESM), the first program of its kind in WA, VPP for Schools (VPP4S), which provided direct market benefits through Supplementary Reserve Capacity, and REBAR, the WA Residential Battery Rebate scheme.
His earlier career spanned Synergy, Infinite Energy and Curtin University’s Sustainability Policy Institute, where he co-authored peer-reviewed research on net-zero urban precincts, solar integration and peer-to-peer energy trading, published in the journal Urban Planning in 2018.
At Positive Energy Solutions, Jason leads sales with a focus on system design accuracy and long-term performance. Positive Energy Solutions installs solar and battery systems, EV chargers and heat pumps, and holds partner accreditations with Fronius, SigEnergy, iStore and SunPower. Connect with him on LinkedIn.
