Federal Battery Rebate Announced!
Save Big with the Cheaper Home Batteries Program!
Starting July 1, 2025 – Save up to 30% on eligible home battery installations through a powerful new government initiative, helping you maximise your solar energy investment, lower your electricity bills, and take a big step toward a cleaner, more energy-efficient future.
💡What’s Inside the $2.3B Home Battery Package?
- The Cheaper Home Batteries Program is a $2.3 billion initiative by the Australian Government designed to support households and small businesses by making battery storage more affordable.
- Beginning 1 July 2025, eligible battery systems will receive up to a 30% discount on installation costs, helping Australians store solar energy for use when it’s needed most.
- This program is part of the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) and aims to boost solar adoption, reduce energy costs, and ease pressure on the power grid.
⚙️ Key Features of the Program
- Up to 30% Discount: Save approximately $372 per kWh of usable battery capacity (up to 50kWh).
For Homeowners & Small Businesses: Designed to support small-scale and residential battery systems.
On-Grid & Off-Grid Systems Eligible: Whether you’re connected to the grid or not, you can benefit.
Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Ready: On-grid systems must be VPP capable—but participation is optional.
Accredited Installers Only: Installations must be done or supervised by an SAA-accredited installer.
Consumer Protection & Inspections: Compliance with safety, technical, and regulatory standards is mandatory.
🏡 Who Can Apply?
Eligible participants include:
- Australian households and small businesses
- Those installing new or additional battery systems (5 kWh–100 kWh)
- Properties with existing or newly installed solar PV systems
- Installations carried out on or after 1 July 2025
Note: Electric vehicles are not eligible under this scheme.
🔋 What Battery Systems are Eligible?
- Size: Between 5 kWh and 100 kWh (discount capped at 50 kWh).
- Type: Single or modular battery units listed on the Clean Energy Council (CEC) approved list.
- Installation Standards: Must follow the AS/NZS 5139:2019 and Best Practice Guide: Battery Storage Equipment.
- On-Grid Batteries: Must be VPP capable.
- Off-Grid Batteries: Must meet remote location or cost threshold criteria.
📅 STC-Based Discount Timeline
| Year | STCs per kWh | Approx. Value per kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9.3 | $372 |
| 2026 | 8.4 | $336 |
| 2027 | 7.4 | $296 |
| 2028 | 6.5 | $260 |
| 2029 | 5.6 | $224 |
| 2030 | 4.7 | $188 |
STC = Small-scale Technology Certificates. Rates may vary based on market conditions.
The STC-Based Discount Timeline graph visually shows how government incentives for home battery installations will decrease over time from 2025 to 2030.
- Installing a battery system in 2025 gives you the highest rebate (~$372 per kWh). Each year, the benefit drops, so early adoption means maximum savings.
- This graph helps consumers understand the urgency to act early and take advantage of the highest possible rebates under the Cheaper Home Batteries Program.
📋 Installation Requirements
- Must be installed by an SAA-accredited installer.
- Must be accompanied by documentation: compliance certificates, retailer/installer statements, and technical specifications.
- Batteries must be installed with a solar PV system.
- Must comply with state and territory electrical safety regulations.
🔍 Why Choose Clean and Green Solutions?
At Clean and Green Solutions, we’re ready to help you:
Understand your eligibility
Choose the right battery system
Ensure installation by certified professionals
Get the maximum discount available under the program
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