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It is truly possible to reduce your electricity bills more than 70% with Clean Energy Council approved high quality rooftop solar system, LiFePO4 solar batteries, energy-efficient home appliances and right energy setup by expert installer. We help our customers to maximize their financial benefits through solar panel & battery energy storage system installation and upgrading property with energy-efficient home appliances like hot water heat pump systems, solar heating and cooling system etc.
Solar owners can earn money by exporting surplus electricity back to the grid. Solar systems are depreciable assets, so solar owners get tax benefits. Homeowners can claim depreciation and businesses can claim input tax credits for solar purchases.
Federal Government's Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (Solar & Battery Solutions)
The Australian Government highly promoting sustainable clean energy and providing rebates & incentives to the residents to support transitions towards sustainable living. All states eligible residents can get the Federal Government’s solar panels and battery storage rebates are:
- Up to 40% of total costs of purchase & installation of rooftop solar and energy-efficient home appliances like solar hot water systems, heat pump water heaters etc. under Federal Government’s Small-Scale Renewable Energy Scheme. The savings from the STC Rebate can vary significantly depending on several factors. In 2026, on average a 6.6kW – 20kW solar panel system can get $1,825 -$5,530 STC rebate in the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, NSW, South Australia, Western Australia, and Queensland.
- Up to $336 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of usable battery capacity (estimated maximum $16,800 before 1st May 2026) of purchase & installation of solar battery energy storage system. For a 40 kWh battery, the estimated incentive will be $13,440 and for a 13.5 kWh (e.g. Tesla Powerwall 3), the estimated incentive will be $4,536 in 2026.
ACT Government's Solar & Battery Storage Rebates, Incentives, Grant, and Loan
The ACT Government highly promoting sustainable & clean energy and providing $5000(2500*2) rebates as upfront costs of installing rooftop solar and energy-efficient home appliances like solar hot water systems, heat pump water heaters etc. under Home Energy Support Program.
At ACT, You can get zero interest “Green Loan” upto $15,000 for upgrading your property with rooftop solar and energy-efficient home appliances such as battery storage, solar hot water systems, heat pump water heaters, EV chargers etc. under the ACT Government’s Sustainable Household Scheme. You have up to 10 years to repay it.
Apartment complex owner’s corporation in ACT can get up to $50,000 as Commonwealth grant/rebate and up to $50,000 as zero-interest green loan for installing rooftop solar system under the Solar Banks Initiative of the Commonwealth Government and the ACT Government’s Sustainable Household Scheme which is managed by Solar for Apartments Program. For green loan $50,000, owner’s corporation have up to 10 years to repay it.
Feed-in tariffs vary depending on your energy plan and electricity retailer. In 2025, the feed-in tariff rate in Australian Capital Territory (ACT), is 5–12c/kWh.
NSW Government's Solar & Battery Storage Rebates, Incentives, and Grant
The NSW Government providing 50% of total cost up to $150,000 of installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in the Apartment Complex under the Solar for Apartment Residents (SoAR) Grant Program. This initiative benefits residents, including renters, by helping to lower energy bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Property owners in NSW can get rebate up to $2,400 for upgrading your home or business with battery energy storage system under NSW Government’s Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS). This Scheme aims to reduce peak electricity demand in NSW. It started in 2022 and will end in 2050.
NSW resident can receive an incentive of $550-$1500 for connecting battery energy storage system to Virtual Power Plant (VPP) under the Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) and it can be claimed twice over a 3-year period. A VPP allows you to sell some of the excess stored energy in your battery when other people on the grid need it most. This will help reduce NSW’s emissions by 70% by 2035 and achieve net zero by 2050.
At NSW, You can receive an incentive of $190-$670 for switching to a new energy-efficient heat pump water heaters (HPWH) in your home or business under the Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) that are more efficient and reliable and save your energy bills in the long term by using less energy. These systems will reduce your emissions and help to achieve NSW reach net zero by 2050.
Feed-in tariffs vary depending on your energy plan and electricity retailer. In 2025, the feed-in tariff rate in New South Wales (NSW), is 5–15c/kWh.
QLD Government's Solar & Battery Storage Rebates, Incentives, and Grant
| VPP Provider | Main Financial Benefit / Offer Details (as of late 2025) | Retailer Lock-In | Battery Control Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGL | $200 welcome credit and up to $1 per kWh for VPP events, with an additional $80 in annual bill credits. | Yes (must be on an AGL plan). | Reserve capacity varies, but typically keeps a minimum reserve for backup. |
| Origin Loop | Earn $1.00/kWh during peak demand VPP events (capped at 200kWh annually). Also offers a $200 sign-up bonus. | Yes (must be on an Origin plan). | Origin reserves the right to discharge the battery, but aims to leave a minimum 20% reserve. |
| Amber Electric (SmartShift) | Access to wholesale electricity prices, allowing high potential earnings during price spikes (can reach up to $19/kWh, though not guaranteed). | No. | Homeowner sets their own minimum battery reserve level via an app. |
| Discover Energy | Offers a generous feed-in rate for the first few kWh exported daily ($0.30/kWh for first ~3.28 kWh/day) plus potential profit sharing from market trading. | Yes (must switch to Discover Energy). | The battery reserve is locked and generally cannot be adjusted by the user. |
| Engie | Offers an upfront rebate and monthly credits in some programs. | Yes (must be on an Engie plan). | Typically stores a 20% minimum reserve. |
| GloBird Energy | Offers incentives like free electricity during certain midday hours (e.g., 11 am to 2 pm daily). | No (availability varies). | Allows homeowners to set their own minimum reserve limits. |
Feed-in tariffs vary depending on your energy plan and electricity retailer. In 2025, the feed-in tariff rate in Queensland (QLD), is 5–15c/kWh.
VIC Government's Solar & Battery Storage Rebates, Incentives, Grant, and Loan
Up to $8,800 Interest-free loan for eligible battery storage systems to support and encourage the VIC residents to energy independence and grid support under the Solar Homes Program.
The VIC Government providing a rebate of up to $1,400 and an interest-free loan of up to $1,400 for the installation of solar panel (PV) systems under the Solar Panel (PV) Rebate Program.
The VIC Government providing up to $2,800 per apartment (up to $140,000 per property) are available until 30 April 2026, or until all rebates (5000 rebates) are exhausted, whichever comes first. of installing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in the Apartment Complex under the Solar for Apartment Grant Program. This initiative benefits residents, including renters, by helping to lower energy bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
VIC resident can receive an incentive/sign-up bonus (amount varies depends on energy provider & battery brand) for connecting battery energy storage system to Virtual Power Plant (VPP).
| Provider | Main Financial Benefit | Retailer Lock-In Required? | Key Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGL | $200 welcome credit + $80/year bill credits + $1/kWh for VPP events (capped annually). | Yes, must be on an AGL electricity plan. | Offers a “bring your own battery” (BYOB) option with no lock-in contract. VPP events are capped at 250 kWh/year. |
| Origin Energy | $200 sign-up bonus + $1/kWh export rate during peak events (capped). | Yes, must be on an Origin electricity plan. | Offers a “BYO” option with no contract term; has an annual earning cap of 200 kWh for VPP events. Also offers an uncapped “Battery Maximiser” plan with a peak FiT of 22c/kWh (5pm-9pm in VIC). |
| EnergyAustralia | $15/month ongoing credit. | Yes, must be on an EnergyAustralia plan. | The “PowerResponse” VPP offer has a 36-month contract term. |
| Amber Electric | Access to wholesale market prices, allowing high earnings when prices spike. | No, retailer-agnostic. | Earnings are highly variable and depend on market conditions; it’s best for those comfortable with real-time price fluctuations. |
| ENGIE | $100 upfront + $15 monthly credit for Victorian customers. | Yes, must be on an ENGIE electricity plan. | Requires battery installation through an ENGIE partner installer and typically a 5-year lock-in period if a battery discount is taken. |
| GloBird Energy | Free electricity from 11 am to 2 pm daily + variable export credits. | No, generally retailer-agnostic (availability varies). | Allows homeowners to set their own minimum battery reserve limits. |
At VIC, You can receive an incentive up to $1,400 for switching to a new energy-efficient heat pump water heaters (HPWH) and solar hot water products in your home or business under the Hot Water Rebate Program that are more efficient and reliable and save your energy bills in the long term by using less energy.
Feed-in tariffs vary depending on your energy plan and electricity retailer. In 2025, the minimum feed-in tariff rate in Victoria is 3-11 cents per kWh.
SA Government's Solar & Battery Storage Rebates, Incentives, and Grant
The City of Adelaide Municipal Corporation provides incentives up to $5,000 (1.5–10 kW: up to $1,000, 10–20 kW: up to $2,500 and 20+ kW: up to $5,000) that cover covers 20% of the installation costs of Solar PV system for their residents under the Sustainability Incentives Scheme. The City of Adelaide residents also gets incentives up to $2,000 that covers up to 50% of the installation costs of battery storage systems under the same scheme.
A VPP allows you to sell some of the excess stored energy in your battery as of feed-in tariff rate when other people on the grid need it most. South Australia residents can receive an incentive/sign-up bonus (amount varies depends on energy provider & battery brand) for connecting battery energy storage system to Virtual Power Plant (VPP). Some key energy providers benefits for VPP connection in South Australia are following:
- AGL VPP: AGL operates the official South Australia VPP in partnership with the state government and Tesla.
- Offer: For eligible SA Housing Trust tenants, it offers a free solar and battery system installation and an electricity rate guaranteed to be 25% lower than the Default Market Offer (DMO). For other AGL customers with a compatible battery, incentives include a $200 welcome credit and ongoing bill credits.
- Compatibility: Tesla Powerwall, LG Chem RESU, SolarEdge.
- Simply Energy (Rebranded Engie) South Australian VPP:
- Offer: Provides VPP access credits, such as a $1,275 offer over 6 months or $2,550 over 12 months, paid as credits at a daily rate for allowing battery access.
- Compatibility: Tesla Powerwall, Varta Pulse, Eguana Evolve, LG Chem RESU, sonnen.
- Origin Loop VPP:
- Offer: Offers a “Battery Maximiser” plan with uncapped exports and a peak feed-in tariff of 22c/kWh (5 pm – 9 pm), or a “Battery Lite” plan with a $200 sign-up bonus and $1/kWh during peak events (capped annually).
- Compatibility: Tesla Powerwall, Sungrow, LG Chem, AlphaESS.
- ShineHub VPP:
- Offer: This VPP is retailer-independent, meaning you do not have to switch your electricity provider. Incentives can include a battery purchase subsidy (e.g., $2,000) or a high export rate during VPP events (e.g., 45c/kWh).
- Amber Electric SmartShift:
- Offer: This program connects your battery to the wholesale electricity market, allowing you to export energy when prices are high (potentially up to $19/kWh). It is also retailer-independent and allows you to stack the SA state VPP cash rebate with other federal incentives.
Feed-in tariffs vary depending on your energy plan and electricity retailer. In 2025, the minimum feed-in tariff rate in South Australia is 3-8 cents per kWh.
WA Government's Solar & Battery Storage Rebates, Incentives, Grant, and Loans
Under the WA Residential Battery Scheme, eligible homeowners on the Synergy and Horizon Power networks can access:
- Up to $1,300 rebate for Synergy customers ($130/kWh for up to 10 kWh)
- Up to $3,800 rebate for Horizon Power customers ($380/kWh for up to 10 kWh)
Eligible households in Western Australia can receive a no-interest loan of up to $10,000 to cover the cost of a battery system and associated equipment (such as inverters or solar panels, provided they are installed with a battery) under the WA Residential Battery Scheme. The combined household gross annual income must be less than $210,000. The loan repayment period can be up to 10 years.
Western Australia residents can receive an incentive/sign-up bonus (amount varies depends on energy provider & battery brand) for connecting battery energy storage system to Virtual Power Plant (VPP). Some key energy providers benefits for VPP connection in Western Australia are following:
| Provider | Type | Key Offer/Benefit | Retailer Lock-In |
|---|---|---|---|
| Synergy | Utility-Backed | Access to the WA government’s battery rebates (up to $1,300 for Synergy customers), with an offer designed to share the value of orchestration with customers. | Yes (Synergy plan) |
| Horizon Power | Utility-Backed | Offers the “Community Wave” VPP product for customers in regional WA, with higher potential rebates (up to $3,800) under the WA scheme. | Yes (Horizon Power plan) |
| Plico Energy | Independent | An independent VPP provider that offers financial rewards and pays a high rate (from 97c/kWh) for energy exported from your battery during VPP events. | No (independent) |
Feed-in tariffs vary depending on your energy plan and electricity retailer. In 2025, the minimum feed-in tariff rate in Western Australia is 2-10 cents per kWh.
Western Australian solar households Perth and the south-west region of the state have Synergy as their electricity provider and receive a a flat tariff of 7c/kWh solar feed-in tariff under the Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme (DEBS).
Those in regional areas of WA have Horizon Power as their electricity provider, feed-in tariffs can vary according to location. However, some remote areas can receive much larger feed-in tariffs that can be as high as…
- From 3pm in the afternoon to 9pm in the evening: 55.99c
- From 9pm in the evening until 3pm in the afternoon: 16.92c
A list of rural locations and feed-in tariffs can be found on this page.
Why Should You Contact Aussie Solar Tech?
Established in 2018, Aussie Solar Tech is a top Australian solar retailer and have local solar installers team Australia-Wide, have the membership of prestigious Clean Energy Council (CEC) and Smart Energy Council. Aussie Solar Tech is NETCC Approved Solar Retailer for selling solar panels, inverters, battery storage, solar hot water systems, heat pump, EV chargers and more.
Our Solar Installers and Solar Designers have CEC and Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA) accreditation. We are REC certified solar professional. We are partner of Brighte finance for Green Loans, Sustainable Energy Programs, and Zero-Interest Solar Loan. We design customized solutions tailored to your specific requirements for residential, commercial and industrial clients across the ACT, NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and WA. We ensure best after sales service through our electricians and installers network across the country.
Aussie Solar Tech is working with customers to maximize the generation of renewable energy to support Australian Government targets to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 or sooner.
We believe in being humble, constantly work and support each other to do our very best in terms of working as a team. Helping our customers ensure they maximize the use of renewable energy and transition toward a sustainable future.
Why we are unique
Industry Experience
We have 7+ years proven experience in the solar industry and products that have Australian Warranties and have been tried & tested.
Technologically advanced
All products quoted are technologically advanced as compared to the basic products being offered in the market.
High quality products
We only use Clean Energy Council approved high-quality products to take care of your property and the system's integrity for the whole lifetime. This comprises utilizing products of high quality for cabling, conduits, mounting systems, panels, inverters, and batteries.
After Sale Services
We always ensure best level after sales services. We follow-up support and resources provided for our customers after they've purchased product or installation service from us.
Trusted Local Solar Panel Installer & Battery Storage Installation
Aussie Solar Tech is working with customers to maximize the generation of renewable energy to support Australian Government targets to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 or sooner.
We believe in being humble, constantly work and support each other to do our very best in terms of working as a team. Helping our customers ensure they maximize the use of renewable energy and transition toward a sustainable future.
