Federal battery discount
The Australian Government Cheaper Home Batteries Program can reduce the upfront cost of eligible small-scale batteries connected to new or existing rooftop solar.
Federal explainerRead official source
Rebates by state
Solar and battery rebates change fast. Check them before quoting.
A practical guide to federal, state and territory support for Australian households considering rooftop solar, battery storage or a combined system.
Eligibility is not automatic
Program rules can depend on installer accreditation, product lists, battery capacity, VPP participation, income, property type and installation date.
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Quote timing
Installer checks
National support
Start with the federal programs, then check your state.
The national schemes sit underneath most residential solar and battery quotes, but the amount and process depend on the system and installation details.
Solar and battery STCs
The Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme supports eligible small-scale renewable energy systems. Solar PV and eligible batteries have technical and accreditation requirements.
Federal explainerRead official sourceOfficial rebate finder
Energy.gov.au keeps a searchable list of federal, state and territory energy rebates, grants, loans and concessions.
Federal explainerRead official sourceState and territory guide
Current rebate notes by location.
These cards are deliberately cautious. Use them to know what to ask next, then confirm the live rule with the official program owner before making a purchase decision.
NSW
New South Wales
Battery VPP incentive focus
The earlier NSW battery installation discount ended on 1 July 2025. NSW now points households toward the federal battery discount and a state incentive for connecting eligible batteries to a Virtual Power Plant.
View state guideOfficial sourceVIC
Victoria
Solar rebate and loans
Solar Victoria lists a solar panel rebate for eligible Victorian households, plus interest-free loan options. Battery loan and program settings should be checked before a quote is accepted.
View state guideOfficial sourceQLD
Queensland
Rental solar rebate open
Queensland Battery Booster rebates are closed, while Supercharged Solar for Renters is open for eligible landlords and rented homes. Owner-occupiers should check federal battery support and current Queensland listings.
View state guideOfficial sourceWA
Western Australia
Battery rebate and loan
WA has a Residential Battery Scheme for eligible Synergy and Horizon Power customers, with rebate and no-interest loan pathways tied to approved vendors, products and VPP participation.
View state guideOfficial sourceSA
South Australia
Home Battery Scheme closed
South Australia says its Home Battery Scheme is closed to new applications. Customers should check federal support and any current retailer, local council or energy advisory options.
View state guideOfficial sourceTAS
Tasmania
Energy Saver Loan closed
Tasmania says the Energy Saver Loan Scheme closed on 1 September 2025. Customers should check ReCFIT and the federal battery discount before relying on local finance support.
View state guideOfficial sourceACT
Australian Capital Territory
Loans and concessions
The ACT Sustainable Household Scheme changed on 1 July 2025. Solar panels are no longer eligible for the standard scheme loan, while concession-card pathways may still support solar and efficiency upgrades.
View state guideOfficial sourceNT
Northern Territory
Battery grants closed
The NT Home and Business Battery Scheme has reached its funding allocation and is closed to new grants. Only formally approved installations are treated as eligible for funding.
View state guideOfficial sourceBefore accepting a quote
Make the rebate check part of the buying process.
A rebate-aware quote should explain the discount, how it is applied, what happens if rules change and which documents you need before installation.
Start a quoteUse official government pages, not social ads, as the source of truth.
Ask whether the installer and products meet scheme accreditation requirements.
Confirm whether the discount is upfront, post-installation or assigned through STCs.
Check whether a VPP contract, loan application or pre-approval step is required.
Rebate FAQ
Common rebate questions.
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Are solar and battery rebates guaranteed?
No. Rebate eligibility depends on the program rules, the property, the customer, the installer, the product and the timing of installation. Official program pages are the source of truth.
Can state battery support combine with the federal program?
Sometimes, but compatibility depends on state or territory rules. The federal program is intended to complement other incentives, while local programs set their own eligibility and stacking rules.
Do I need to apply for the federal battery discount myself?
Most customers receive the federal battery discount through an accredited installer or retailer as an upfront reduction or rebate after installation. Direct STC claiming is possible but needs careful handling.
Why does a quote need rebate information early?
Rebates can affect product choice, installer accreditation, installation timing, battery size and whether a VPP agreement is required, so they should be checked before accepting a quote.