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Australian Energy Rebates Guide

A comprehensive guide to federal and state rebates for solar, batteries, heat pumps, insulation, and more. Verify availability with the relevant program before purchasing.

Federal Programs

Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs)

Federal rebate based on system size and location. Reduces upfront cost of solar PV and heat pump hot water systems.

Applies to: solar, heat_pumpLearn more
Home Battery Scheme

Federal support for home battery installation when paired with solar.

Applies to: batteryLearn more

How Do STCs Work?

Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs)are the main federal incentive for solar panels and heat pump hot water systems. They can reduce the upfront cost by thousands of dollars — but many people haven't heard of them because the discount is applied automatically.

When you install an eligible system, it generates a number of STCs based on how much renewable energy it's expected to produce over its remaining lifetime in the scheme. These certificates are tradeable and have a market value (currently around $39 each).

You don't need to do anything.In almost all cases, your installer “assigns” your STCs to themselves in exchange for a point-of-sale discount on your installation. The STC value is deducted from the quote before you pay — so the “cost after rebates” figure you see in our calculator is the price you'd actually pay.

You can choose to create and sell STCs yourself through the REC Registry, but this involves paperwork and waiting for the market price. Most homeowners let the installer handle it.

The scheme is winding down.STCs are based on a “deeming period” — the number of years left until the scheme ends in 2030. In 2026, that's 5 years. Each year, the deeming period drops by one, which means the number of certificates (and the discount) gets smaller every year. The sooner you install, the larger the rebate.

Full details at the Clean Energy Regulator

Victoria

Solar Homes Program — Solar PV Rebate
Up to $1,400

Rebate for solar PV installation on owner-occupied homes valued under $3 million.

Eligibility: Owner-occupier, combined household income < $210,000, home value < $3 million

Applies to: solarLearn more
Solar Homes Program — Battery Rebate
Up to $2,950

Rebate for home battery storage systems.

Eligibility: Must have existing or concurrent solar installation

Applies to: batteryLearn more
Solar Homes Program — Hot Water Rebate
Up to $1,000

Rebate for heat pump or solar hot water systems.

Eligibility: Owner-occupier, replacing existing electric or gas system

Applies to: heat_pumpLearn more
Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU)
Up to $500

Discounts on energy-efficient products including insulation, draught sealing, and heating/cooling systems.

Applies to: insulation, draught, acLearn more

New South Wales

Energy Savings Scheme (ESS)
Up to $400

Rebates for energy-efficient upgrades through accredited providers.

Applies to: insulation, ac, heat_pump, draughtLearn more
Peak Demand Reduction Scheme
Up to $200

Incentives for reducing peak electricity demand.

Applies to: battery, acLearn more

Queensland

Battery Booster Program
Up to $3,000

Rebate for eligible battery installations in Queensland.

Eligibility: Must have existing or concurrent solar, owner-occupier

Applies to: batteryLearn more
Climate Smart Energy Savers
Up to $300

Rebates for energy efficiency improvements.

Applies to: insulation, ac, draughtLearn more

South Australia

Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme (REPS)
Up to $350

Discounts on energy efficiency upgrades through participating retailers.

Applies to: insulation, draught, ac, heat_pumpLearn more
Home Battery Scheme
Up to $2,000

Subsidy for approved home battery installations.

Applies to: batteryLearn more

Western Australia

Household Energy Efficiency Scheme
Up to $200

Assistance for energy efficiency improvements for eligible households.

Applies to: insulation, draughtLearn more

Tasmania

Energy Saver Loan Scheme

Interest-free loans up to $10,000 for energy efficiency upgrades.

Loan, not rebate — but still reduces upfront barrier

Applies to: solar, battery, heat_pump, insulationLearn more

Northern Territory

Home and Business Battery Scheme
Up to $5,000

Battery storage incentive for NT residents.

Applies to: batteryLearn more

Australian Capital Territory

Sustainable Household Scheme

Interest-free loans up to $15,000 for a range of sustainable upgrades.

Loan, not rebate — covers solar, battery, EV charging, heating/cooling, insulation, glazing

Applies to: solar, battery, heat_pump, insulation, ac, glazingLearn more
Energy Efficiency Improvement Scheme
Up to $300

Rebates for energy efficiency improvements from participating retailers.

Applies to: insulation, draught, acLearn more

See which rebates apply to your home

Our calculator automatically identifies available rebates based on your postcode and recommended upgrades.

Disclaimer: Rebate amounts and availability are subject to change. Information on this page is provided as a guide only. Always verify current eligibility and amounts with the relevant government program before making purchasing decisions. Last updated April 2026.