🇦🇺 Solar Rebates &amp; Incentives in Australia

Typically $2,500–$4,500 for a 6.6kW system (varies by STC price)

The federal government's main solar incentive. When you install an eligible solar panel system, you receive Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) that can be traded for a point-of-sale discount. The number of STCs depends on your system size, location, and the years remaining until 2030.

State& Territory Programs

Many states offer additional solar rebates and incentives on top of federal programs.

New South Wales

NSW Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS)

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Varies based on equipment and peak demand reduction

Provides financial incentives for households and businesses that install energy-saving equipment including solar batteries and other peak demand reduction technologies.

Victoria

Victoria Solar Battery Rebate

Solar Victoria

Up to $2,950

The Victorian Government offers a rebate of up to $2,950 for eligible households installing a solar battery. This makes battery storage significantly more affordable.

Victoria Solar Panel Rebate

Solar Victoria

Up to $1,400

The Victorian Government offers a rebate of up to $1,400 for eligible households to install a solar panel system. Combined with the federal STC discount, this significantly reduces the upfront cost of going solar.

Queensland

Queensland Battery Booster

Queensland Department of Energy and Public Works

Up to $4,000

The Queensland Government's Battery Booster program provides grants to help eligible households install battery storage systems, making it easier to store solar energy for use during peak times.

South Australia

South Australia Home Battery Scheme

SA Department for Energy and Mining

Up to $2,000 (up to $4,000 for concession holders)

Subsidies for South Australian households to install home battery systems. The scheme helps reduce electricity bills and supports the state's renewable energy goals.

Western Australia

WA Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme (DEBS)

Synergy / WA Government

Peak rate: 10c/kWh (3pm–9pm), Off-peak: 2.25c/kWh

Western Australia's feed-in tariff scheme that pays households and small businesses for excess solar energy exported to the grid. Replaces the previous Renewable Energy Buyback Scheme.

Tasmania

Tasmania Energy Saver Loan Scheme

Aurora Energy / Tasmanian Government

Interest-free loans up to $10,000

Interest-free loans for Tasmanian households to install solar panels, batteries, and other energy-efficient upgrades. Helps reduce upfront costs while saving on electricity bills.

Northern Territory

NT Home and Business Battery Scheme

NT Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade

Up to $5,000

Grants for Northern Territory residents and businesses to install battery storage systems alongside existing or new solar PV systems.

Australian Capital Territory

ACT Sustainable Household Scheme

ACT Government Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development

Zero-interest loans up to $15,000

Zero-interest loans for ACT homeowners to install rooftop solar, battery storage, electric vehicle charging, and other sustainable upgrades. No deposit required.