Mercury: THE solar industry has warned the Federal Government’s means test for a rebate on solar panels will stifle the uptake of renewable energy. Orders with local installers have already been cancelled following Tuesday’s Budget decision, in which households earning more than $100,000 will no longer be eligible for the $8000 rebate on photovoltaic systems. Environment Minister Peter Garrett defended the decision, saying it would ensure the subsidy went to people who really needed …