政策Solar & Battery Rebates, Subsidies & Incentives – 2026

QLD

NSW

ACT

VIC

TAS

SA

WA

NT

2026

Queensland

  1. National Solar Rebate
    Save thousands on solar systems. A 6.6kW system in Brisbane (2026) gets around $1,600 off. QLD quoted prices already include this incentive.
  2. Federal Battery Rebate
    Federal subsidy cuts battery installation costs by roughly 30%.
  3. Feed-in Tariff
    Earn credits for excess power sent to the grid, speeding up investment returns. Learn more about QLD’s tariff rules.
  4. EV Benefits
    QLD EV incentive ended Sep 2024. The nationwide EV Fringe Benefit Tax Exemption still applies for work-related EV purchases.
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2026

New South Wales

  1. National Solar Rebate
    Available for all system sizes in NSW. A 6.6kW system in Sydney saves approx. $2,000 via the STC scheme. Local listed prices already include this rebate.
  2. Federal Battery Rebate
    Cuts battery installation costs by around 30%.
  3. NSW State Battery Rebate
    The state battery rebate has ceased; only the VPP incentive remains.
  4. Feed-in Tariff
    Get paid for excess power exported to the grid.
  5. EV Benefits
    NSW EV rebate finished Dec 2023. The National EV Fringe Benefit Tax Exemption still applies for work-related EV purchases.
  6. Heat Pump Hot Water Incentive
    Rebates apply for old water heater replacements: $370–$640 for electric units, $200–$330 for gas units. The incentive goes to installers, who determine customer pass-through.
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2026

Australian Capital Territory

  1. National Solar Rebate
    A 6.6kW solar system in ACT saves about $2,000. All local quoted prices already include this rebate.
  2. Federal Battery Rebate
    Covers roughly 30% of battery installation costs.
  3. Home Energy Support
    Eligible card holders get up to 50% off rooftop solar (max $2,500) plus interest-free loans for the balance. Another 50% rebate (max $2,500) applies to heat pump/solar hot water and ceiling insulation.
  4. Sustainable Household Scheme
    3% low-rate loans ($2,000–$15,000, up to 10 years) for batteries, heat pumps, EVs and chargers (solar excluded). Can be combined with federal battery rebate.
  5. Feed-in Tariff
    Get paid for excess solar power exported to the grid.
  6. EV Benefits
    Lower registration and stamp duty for zero-emission vehicles; interest-free loans up to $15,000 for EV purchases. National EV Fringe Benefit Tax Exemption also applies for work-related vehicles.
  7. Heat Pump Offers
    ActewAGL customers upgrading old hot water systems save up to $1,250 on a new heat pump, plus $250 electricity credit over 3 years.
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2026

Victoria

  1. National Solar Rebate
    A 6.6kW system in Melbourne gets around $1,400 off in 2026. Victorian listed prices already include this incentive.
  2. Victorian Solar Rebate
    Up to $1,400 off solar systems, combinable with the national rebate. Interest-free solar loans are offered; battery loan schemes have ended.
  3. Federal Battery Rebate
    Covers about 30% of battery installation costs.
  4. Feed-in Tariff
    Earn payments for excess power exported to the grid.
  5. EV Benefits
    EVs enjoy a $100 registration discount. The national EV Fringe Benefit Tax Exemption also applies for work-related vehicles.
  6. Hot Water Rebate
    Most households get up to $1,000 for heat pump or electric-boosted solar hot water; up to $1,400 for locally made units.
  7. Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) – Hot Water
    Extra ~$600 rebate for switching gas/electric water heaters to heat pumps, available for homes and businesses.
  8. VEU – Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners
    Up to $1,610 for non-ducted gas heater replacement, up to $5,530 for ducted models. Lower amounts apply for most households. Rebates also offered for old inefficient AC upgrades.
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2026

Tasmania

  1. National Solar Rebate
    A 6.6kW solar system in Tasmania gets around $1,700 off. All local quoted prices already include this subsidy.
  2. Federal Battery Rebate
    Cuts battery installation costs by approximately 30%.
  3. Feed-in Tariff
    You get paid for excess solar power sent to the grid.
  4. EV Benefits
    State EV rebate ended Oct 2024. National EV Fringe Benefit Tax Exemption remains for work-related EVs. Limited grants for small business electric delivery vans are available from 6 Feb 2025.
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2026

South Australia

  1. National Solar Rebate
    The subsidy gradually decreases annually but remains generous. A 6.6kW system qualifies for around $1,600 off in 2026. All SA listed prices already include this incentive.
  2. Federal Battery Rebate
    Covers roughly 30% of battery installation costs.
  3. SA REPS VPP Incentive
    Connect eligible home batteries to REPS-approved VPP for extra savings, with rebates up to $2,050.
  4. Feed-in Tariff
    Get paid for surplus solar power exported to the grid.
  5. EV Benefits
    SA state EV rebate ended in early 2024. National EV Fringe Benefit Tax Exemption still applies for work-related EV purchases.
  6. Heat Pump Hot Water (REPS)
    REPS offers incentives for heat pump systems: approx. $930 for non-gas households, around $270 for gas-connected homes. Priority group members receive an extra $124. The incentive goes to installers for distribution.
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2026

Western Australia

  1. National Solar Rebate
    Applies to all system sizes. A 6.6kW system gets around $1,600 off in 2026. Advertised prices already include this discount.
  2. Federal Battery Rebate
    Offers approximately 30% off battery installation costs.
  3. WA State Battery Rebate
    Rules updated 4 June 2025: $1,300 for households in Perth’s Synergy zone, up to $3,800 for Horizon Power areas.
  4. Battery Interest-Free Loans
    Loans up to $10,000 cover remaining battery costs, and can also apply to solar installed alongside batteries.
  5. Feed-in Tariff
    Earn payments for excess power exported to the grid.
  6. EV Benefits
    WA state EV rebate ended 10 May 2025. The national EV Fringe Benefit Tax Exemption still applies for work-related EV purchases.
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2026

Northern Territory

  1. National Solar Rebate
    Discounts vary by system size and location. A 6.6kW system in Darwin gets around $1,800 off in 2026, the highest among Australian capitals.
  2. Federal Battery Rebate
    Covers about 30% of battery installation costs. NT’s local battery grants ended on 4 June 2025.
  3. Feed-in Tariff
    Earn credits for excess solar power exported to the grid.
  4. EV Benefits
    Reduced registration and up to $1,500 stamp duty exemption apply to EVs/PEVs until 30 June 2027 (3% duty on amounts over $50,000). The National EV Fringe Benefit Tax Exemption also applies for work-related vehicles.
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