REBATES

Each Australian state offers unique solar incentives, with Victoria leading the way through its Solar Homes Program—offering up to $1,400 in rebates for solar panels, up to $1,000 for heat pump systems, and interest-free loans for eligible households.

Nationally, the Federal STC rebate provides significant savings on renewable energy systems. Homeowners can receive $2,000+ off solar panel installations, and from 1 July 2025, battery systems will also be eligible, offering $300–$1,000+ in savings, applied upfront by your installer.

Combining state and federal incentives can dramatically reduce the total cost of installing solar and battery systems—making renewable energy more accessible and affordable than ever.

Federal STC Rebates (Australia-wide)

The Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) provides financial incentives for installing eligible renewable energy systems, including solar PV and battery storage systems.

1. Solar PV Systems

Rebate Value: Varies based on system size, location, and installation date.
Eligibility: Systems up to 100 kW installed by Clean Energy Council (CEC) accredited installers using approved components.

2. Battery Storage Systems

Eligibility Date: From 1 July 2025, battery installations paired with solar PV systems become eligible for STCs.
Rebate Value: Determined by system capacity and location; applied as an upfront discount by your installer.

Note: The number of STCs decreases annually until the scheme concludes in 2030.

Victoria (VIC) Solar Rebates – Solar Homes Program

Victoria offers generous support for renewable energy adoption through the Solar Homes Program:

1. Solar Panel Rebate

Up to $1,400 off solar PV installation.
Available to owner-occupiers with a household income below $150,000.

2. Heat Pump Rebate

Up to $1,000 for replacing existing hot water with an energy-efficient heat pump.

3. Interest-Free Loan

Match the rebate value (e.g. another $1,400 for solar), repayable over 4 years.

4. Who’s Eligible?

Owner-occupied homes under $3 million in value.
Income and property criteria apply.

5. Why It’s Worth It
Reduces upfront cost, energy bills, and carbon footprint—ideal for families wanting long-term savings.

NSW Battery Rebate with VPP Incentive

The NSW Government no longer offers an upfront battery installation rebate. Instead, eligible households and small businesses can receive an incentive of up to approximately $1,500 for connecting a new or existing eligible battery to an approved Virtual Power Plant (VPP). This incentive can be combined with the Australian Government's Cheaper Home Batteries Program, further reducing the cost of battery storage.

Key Details:

Receive an upfront VPP incentive of up to approximately $1,500, depending on the battery size and participating VPP provider.
Eligible batteries of up to 50 kWh can now qualify for the NSW VPP incentive.
Your battery must be compatible with an approved Virtual Power Plant.
The incentive is available for both new battery installations and existing batteries that are connected to an eligible VPP.
The NSW VPP incentive can be combined with the Australian Government's Cheaper Home Batteries Program, but it cannot be combined with the former NSW battery installation rebate, which ended on 30 June 2025.

Why consider the VPP incentive?

Reduce the overall cost of installing a battery when combined with the federal battery discount.
Earn ongoing benefits through participating VPP programs, depending on your chosen provider.
Help improve grid reliability by allowing stored energy to support the electricity network during periods of high demand.
Support the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy system.

If you’re considering a home battery, speak with your installer about VPP compatibility and how to claim both the federal and NSW VPP incentives