Rebates
How the federal battery discount and the Solar Victoria solar panel rebate work. Figures come from the Clean Energy Regulator, DCCEEW and Solar Victoria; check those sites for the latest.
Current offer: 28kWh AlphaESS battery from $3,900 installed (Melbourne). Final price depends on site conditions and the system quoted.
Around 30% off eligible batteries (5–100 kWh) connected to new or existing solar. The discount is created through STCs and applied upfront. STC factor: 6.8 per usable kWh for May–December 2026, 5.7 for January–June 2027. Full rate up to 14 kWh, 60% for 14–28 kWh, 15% for 28–50 kWh.
Up to $1,400 for eligible owner-occupiers, plus an optional interest-free loan of up to $1,400. Combined household income must be $150,000 or less and the property under $3 million. Solar Victoria has announced PV support moves into the Victorian Energy Upgrades program from 1 July 2027.
FAQ
Yes, through the federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program, which applies across Australia including Victoria. It is about a 30% upfront discount via STCs.
No. The installer applies the STC discount on the quote; you do not lodge a separate application.
Yes. The STC factor drops every six months until 2030, so the dollar discount per kWh falls over time.
Owner-occupiers with combined household taxable income of $150,000 or less, a property value under $3 million, and no PV system installed at the address in the last 10 years, among other criteria. Use an authorised solar retailer.
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Call (03) 4063 1888 or email info@heroenergy.com.au. Hero Energy Australia, 28B Stockdale Ave, Bentleigh East VIC 3165.
