Home Batteries and Rebates: What You Should Know
Home Batteries and Rebates: What You Should Know From July 1, Australian households can finally access the federal government’s long-awaited battery rebate—covering up to 30% of the upfront cost of installing a home battery. This is a significant opportunity for those looking to lower electricity bills, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and support a smarter, more flexible […]
Australia’s Cheaper Home Batteries Rebate Launches Today!
Australia’s Cheaper Home Batteries Rebate Launches Today! It’s July 1 — the official start of the Cheaper Home Batteries Program — and the day many households have been waiting for. Here’s a practical round-up of what you need to know to access the rebate and make the most of it. The rebate, first announced by […]
Latest Update – DON’T Purchase yet, But DO Explore Options & Pricing
Latest Update – Regulator warns on Battery Industry Misconduct Ahead of Major Rebate Rollout Australia prepares for a surge in home battery installations under the federal Labor government’s $2.3 billion Cheaper Home Batteries scheme, the Clean Energy Regulator (CER) has issued a stern warning: there will be zero tolerance for non-compliance, misleading sales tactics, or […]
Federal Solar Battery Rebate – What You Need to Know
What You Need to Know — and What You Can Do Now Federal Solar Battery Rebate Launches July 1, 2025The Australian Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program kicks off on July 1, 2025, offering generous upfront discounts on home battery systems for households, small businesses, and community facilities. This new federal rebate is designed to reduce […]
The Cheaper Home Batteries Program Policy Paper
OFFICIAL Policy Paper Cheaper Home Batteries Program Overview Australia is a world leader in rooftop solar. As of 2024, 4 million rooftop solar photovoltaic (solar PV) systems are installed, marking a significant milestone for Australia’s 82% renewable energy target. Batteries are critical to achieving net zero as they help secure renewable energy resources (including solar […]
The Cheaper Home Batteries Program Additional Information
Additional information about the Cheaper Home Batteries Program governance The Program will commence on 1 July The Cheaper Home Batteries Program (the Program) will apply to batteries that are installed on or after 1 July 2025. This allows the department time to establish the necessary regulatory framework to support the successful delivery of the Program. The Clean […]
It’s Cheaper Home Battery Payback Time
It’s Cheaper Home Battery Payback Time Home battery payback times: they are a’changin’ thanks to the upcoming government rebate. Simple payback is a common method in determining if installing a solar battery is worth it for you. Home battery simple payback (how long it takes for electricity bill savings/credits to total the installed cost) within […]
New Details Revealed for Australia’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program
New Details Revealed for Australia’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program The Australian Government has released the first official draft of eligibility criteria for the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, shedding light on how this major national incentive will work once it launches on July 1, 2025. Designed to significantly lower the upfront cost of home battery storage […]
Battery Rebate Frenzy: Should You Hit Pause Before Plugging In?
Battery Rebate Frenzy: Should You Hit Pause Before Plugging In? The wait is over. The federal government has released official details for the long-anticipated Cheaper Home Batteries Program, a $2.3 billion initiative aimed at making battery storage more accessible and affordable for households and small businesses across the country. Retroactive Rebate? Maybe…But Read the Fine […]