Last updated: March 2025
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Solar batteries offer backup power, energy savings, and greater independence. They’re a smart investment—but they’re not cheap. That’s where rebates come in.
Unlike the federal solar rebate for all household solar panels in Australia, solar battery rebates are state-specific.
See the complete information on how your state provides its battery rebates and how you can qualify below:
Solar battery rebates are only available in select states, unlike the federal solar panel rebate, which applies nationwide.
The table and description below outline which states currently support solar battery incentives. Explore your options and take the next step towards energy independence with Smart Energy Answers!
The New South Wales government offers battery incentives to residents with existing solar panels. The scheme provides two incentives:
These incentives are available through approved suppliers starting 1 November 2024. For full eligibility requirements and to find an accredited supplier, visit the NSW Government’s official energy website.
In addition to the battery incentives, NSW residents can access other solar incentives, such as the federal Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES), which provides subsidies for households installing eligible solar systems.
Eligible Victorian owner-occupiers can access Solar Victoria’s solar battery loans program.
This program offers an interest-free loan of up to $8,800 for the purchase of a new solar battery.
To qualify, you need to meet the criteria below:
For more information and to discover the complete list of solar rebates and incentives in Victoria, visit Solar Victoria’s official website.
Under the Sustainable Household Scheme, homeowners in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) can access interest-free loans ranging from $2,000 to $15,000 to support energy-efficient investments, including home solar battery storage systems.
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This scheme aims to reduce the upfront costs of energy-efficient upgrades, promoting sustainability and reducing household energy bills.
The Queensland Government’s Battery Booster Program, which provided rebates for installing home battery systems, has concluded.
The program offered two rebates:
Standard Rebate: Households with a combined annual income under $180,000 could receive up to $3,000.
Low-Income Rebate: Households where the highest earner’s income was $66,667 or less in the previous financial year were eligible for up to $4,000.
For more information on solar rebates in Queensland, visit the Queensland Government’s official website.
Residents of the City of Adelaide can receive a 50% discount, up to $2,000, on solar battery storage through the Sustainability Incentives Scheme.
Additionally, all South Australian residents may qualify for the Home Battery Scheme, which offers subsidies for home battery systems.
Currently, there are no state-specific solar battery rebates or incentives available in Western Australia.
However, residents can benefit from the federal Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES), which provides Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) to reduce the upfront costs of installing solar panel systems.
Additionally, Western Australia offers the Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme (DEBS), which allows eligible households to receive payments for surplus electricity exported back to the grid.
For more information on available solar incentives in Western Australia, visit the WA Government’s Household Renewable Energy Overview.
Under Tasmania’s Energy Saver Loan Scheme, residents can access interest-free loans of up to $10,000 for energy-efficient investments, including home solar battery storage.
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This scheme aims to make energy-efficient upgrades more accessible to Tasmanian households, landlords, small businesses, and not-for-profit organisations.
Eligible households, businesses, and not-for-profit organisations in the Northern Territory can access the Home and Business Battery Scheme, which offers grants to support the installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems with batteries and inverters, or the addition of batteries and inverters to existing solar PV systems.
Grant Details (Effective 1 December 2024):
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants: Registered owners of residential properties, registered Northern Territory businesses, and not-for-profit or community organisations operating in the NT.
Property Status: The property can be owner-occupied or used as an investment; however, only one application per property and per homeowner is permitted.
System Requirements: The grant can be used to purchase and install a solar PV system with an eligible battery and inverter, or an eligible battery and inverter only if a solar PV system is already installed. The battery system must be on the approved list assessed as virtual power plant capable.
Exclusions: The funding cannot be used to purchase and install solar PV panels and inverters where they are not being installed simultaneously with a battery.
This scheme aims to reduce energy costs and promote energy independence for Territorians.
As part of their election campaign, the Australian Labor government has unveiled the Cheaper Home Batteries Program—a landmark $2.3 billion initiative aimed at cutting the cost of home battery systems by up to 30%. This program is designed to make solar energy storage more accessible and affordable for Australian households, small businesses, and community organisations.
Disclaimer: This proposed rebate is conditional on the Labor Government being re-elected in the upcoming April 2025 Federal Elections. If re-elected, the program is set to roll out from July 2025.
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This initiative is a major step forward in making clean energy storage mainstream across Australia. If re-elected, the Labor government’s program is expected to transform the battery market by making solar storage not only accessible but highly attractive for everyday Australians.
Investing in a solar battery can enhance your energy independence and provide backup power. Several Australian states offer specific battery rebate programs to help offset the costs:
New South Wales: Rebates up to $4,500 for battery installations, plus an additional $800 for connecting to a Virtual Power Plant (VPP).
Victoria: Interest-free loans up to $8,800 for solar battery installations.
Northern Territory: Grants up to $5,000 for eligible battery installations.
Australian Capital Territory: Interest-free loans up to $15,000 for energy-efficient investments, including solar battery storage.
South Australia: Subsidies for home battery systems, with amounts based on battery size.
In addition to these battery-specific programs, the federal government provides incentives for installing solar panels, through Small-scale Renewable Energy Certificates (STCs), reducing the overall cost of your hybrid system.
To maximise your savings, explore both state-specific battery rebates and federal solar incentives. For detailed information on solar panel rebates, visit our Complete Solar Rebates Guide.
Solar panels are a smart financial investment, delivering excellent returns through energy savings. Adding a solar battery enhances these benefits by providing energy independence, backup power, and greater control over your energy usage—advantages that go beyond just financial gains.
Faster Payback with the Right Setup:
New Hybrid Systems: Typically pay for themselves in 5-10 years, offering long-term savings and peace of mind.
Existing Systems: Adding a battery can take longer to pay back but offers added reliability and energy security.
Boost Your Savings with Rebates:
Take the next step towards energy independence and start saving smarter!
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