Australian Solar Rebates & Incentives

Select your state and discover the available incentives

New South Wales

You got some help, for sure! New South Wales has plenty of incentives available for you.

Australian Solar Subsidy
This incentive greatly diminishes the upfront cost of your solar system by up to $2600. The rebate that you receive varies according to the size of your solar system and your location in NSW. Check out the"Solar Rebate Calculator Tool" from Solar Calculator to find out how much rebate you will receive.

Solar for Low-Income Households
You can get a free three kW solar system if you agree to forfeit the ten-year rebate.
‍Find out more about the offer.

Feed-In-Tariff
You will get a payment for giving back electricity generated by your property to the mains grid. While there's no set minimum feed-in tariff rate in NSW, there is a benchmark range of 6.2 to 10.4c/kWh, according to Energy NSW. Find out how it works here.‍

Victoria

Lucky ones! Victoria offers plenty of incentives available for solar.
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Victorian Solar Panel Rebate
You can claim up to $1,400 off to acquire a new system, plus the option of an interest-free loan for existing homes and homes under construction. Keep an eye on the releases as they limit the amount of rebates. Find more info here.

Australian Solar Subsidy
‍It is the most significant incentive and dramatically diminishes your solar system's upfront cost. It is essential to know that some companies already include this incentive in their prices. The rebate that you receive varies according to the size of your solar system and your location in Victoria. Check out the"Solar Rebate Calculator Tool" from Solar Calculator to find out how much rebate you will receive.
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Solar Battery Rebate
‍You can get up to $2,950 on an eligible battery system. Find more info here.
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Feed-in Tariff
‍If your system generates and exports energy back, your property will be eligible to enjoy this payment. The minimum flat rate feed-in tariff in VIC will be 5.2 cents per kWh starting 1 July 2022. The minimum time-varying feed-in tariffs will range from 5.0 to 7.1 cents per kWh. Check more info about it here.
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Solar For Small Business
‍Receive up to 50 percent of the cost of installing a rooftop solar system, up to a maximum "rebate" of $3,500. More information here.

Queensland

Queensland government rebates are currently on hold. If you live in Queensland, you can receive a solar panel rebate from the Australian government. Any purchase of solar panels will qualify for the rebate so long as the modules and inverter receive approval by the Clean Energy Council and a CEC accredited installer performs the installation.

Australian Solar Subsidy
‍Also known as a "solar rebate," this incentive greatly diminishes the upfront cost of your solar system. The solar rebate in Queensland can reduce the cost of your solar panels by up to a third. The rebate that you receive varies according to the size of your solar system and your location in Queensland. Check out the"Solar Rebate Calculator Tool" from Solar Calculator to find out how much rebate you will receive.
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Feed-In-Tariff
‍By generating more electricity than you usually use, you can give it back to the mains grid and enjoy this benefit. A solar feed-in tariff of 9.300 c/kWh will apply in regional Queensland from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023. Check more info about it here at the Queensland Competition Authority.

South Australia

South Australian government rebates are currently on hold. If you live in South Australia, you can receive a solar panel rebate from the Australian government. Any purchase of solar panels will qualify for the rebate so long as the modules and inverter receive approval by the Clean Energy Council and a CEC accredited installer performs the installation.

Australian Solar Subsidy
‍Undoubtedly, this is one of the most significant incentives to become solar. For instance, if you have a 6.6kW solar system, you can get a $2,600 subsidy. The rebate that you receive varies according to the size of your solar system and your location in South Australia. Check out the"Solar Rebate Calculator Tool" from Solar Calculator to find out how much rebate you will receive.
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Feed-In-Tariff
‍There are two types of feed-in tariff in South Australia. 1) The retailer feed-in tariff, which is available to anyone with an eligible solar PV system, is a variable amount offered by retailers. It can change regularly due to influences such as the wholesale price of electricity and market competition. 2) The distributor feed-in tariff, also known as the solar feed-in scheme, is a fixed amount (44 cents) is only available for eligible solar PV systems that were connected to the grid before 30 September 2011. Find out more about this benefit here.

Western Australia

Currently there are no West Australian government rebates. If you live in Western Australia, you can receive a solar panel rebate from the Australian government. Any purchase of solar panels will qualify for the rebate so long as the modules and inverter receive approval by the Clean Energy Council and a CEC accredited installer performs the installation.

Australian Solar Subsidy
‍Undoubtedly, this is one of the most significant incentives to become solar. For instance, if you have a 6.6kW solar system, you can get a $2,600 subsidy. The rebate that you receive varies according to the size of your solar system and your location in Western Australia. Check out the"Solar Rebate Calculator Tool" from Solar Calculator to find out how much rebate you will receive.
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Feed-In-Tariff
‍Western Australian solar households in Perth and the state's south-west region can receive a solar feed-in tariff of 10c/kWh for electricity exported between 3pm and 9pm, 2.5c/kWh for other times in 2022/23, with 2.75c/kWh available in 2021/22. Meanwhile, regional areas have Horizon Power as their provider, with a FiT rate of 10c/kWh from 3pm to 9pm and 3c/kWh from 9pm to 3pm. Check more info about it here.

Tasmania

Currently there are no State Government rebates. If you live in Tasmania, you can receive a solar panel rebate from the Australian government. Any purchase of solar panels will qualify for the rebate so long as the modules and inverter receive approval by the Clean Energy Council and a CEC accredited installer performs the installation.

Australian Solar Subsidy
‍Also known as a "solar rebate," this incentive greatly diminishes the upfront cost of your solar system. Be aware that some companies already advertise their prices based on this incentive. The rebate that you receive varies according to the size of your solar system and your location in Tasmania. Check out the"Solar Rebate Calculator Tool" from Solar Calculator to find out how much rebate you will receive.
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Feed-In-Tariff
‍By generating more electricity than you usually use, you can give it back to the mains grid and enjoy this benefit. From 1 July 2022, the minimum feed-in tariff rate is 8.883 cents per kWh. Check more info about it here.

ACT

If you live in the capital of Australia, you can access more incentives than most states in Australia.
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Australian Solar Subsidy
Accessing this solar rebate in Canberra is possible, allowing you to obtain a significant discount on the total price of your solar energy system. Bear in mind that this incentive is usually included in the advertised price of some solar companies. The rebate that you receive varies according to the size of your solar system and your location in ACT. Check out the"Solar Rebate Calculator Tool" from Solar Calculator to find out how much rebate you will receive.
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Solar For Low-Income Households Program
Enjoy a rebate of up to 50% (up to $2,500) on a rooftop solar system if you are eligible. Also, get an interest-free loan over three years to cover the rest. Find more info here.
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Sustainable Household Scheme
‍With the idea of helping with the cost of solar panels and batteries, this scheme offers you zero-interest loans. Loans from $2,000 to $15,000 are available to be repaid over up to 10 years. Find more info here.

Feed-in Tariff
‍Despite the ACT's government buyback incentive for solar energy coming to an end, ActewAGL are offering a voluntary scheme that pays up to 12 cents per kWh for eligible residential customers with systems below 10 kilowatts. The rate of payment depends on their plan and the top rate is only paid on the first 8kWh exported daily. Find more info here.

Northern Territory

Are you a resident of the Northern Territory? Find out what solar incentives benefit you the most.
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Australian Solar Subsidy
‍"Solar rebates" will be determined by your location and property size, but the good news is that, in places like Darwin, this incentive is amongst the highest in Australia. The rebate that you receive varies according to the size of your solar system and your location in Northern Territory. Check out the"Solar Rebate Calculator Tool" from Solar Calculator to find out how much rebate you will receive.
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Home and business battery scheme
‍You can access a $450 grant per kilowatt-hour; in some cases, you can be eligible for up to $6000 for battery systems. Find out more info here.
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Feed-In Tariff
Jacana Energy, the Northern Territory government-owned electricity retailer, has a Feed‑in‑Tariff program that provides customers with financial returns when they export their excess energy during the day. This energy is typically generated from rooftop solar panels and batteries which feed power back into the grid, reducing household power bills. Learn more about this tariff here.

Got Questions?

Don't worry! We are here to answer them. Check out our full list of FAQs.

How much will a solar system cost?

At Yuma Energy, we know there's no one-size fits all when it comes to solar energy solutions. That's why our experienced team helps you select the perfect system at a price that makes sense! As a starting point a 6.66kw solar system should cost you between $6,500-$10,000 for lowest to highest quality, this is your out of pocket expense after the Australian Government rebate is applied.

What is the typical payback on a solar PV system?

Solar energy systems can help you save money in the long run. When you invest in a solar PV installation, you're making an investment that pays off over time. With current incentives, you'll typically see paybacks with us within 3-4 years and have access to your own power for more than 15 years afterwards. This allows you to own your own energy instead of renting it, helping to reduce costs in the future.

Am I eligible for a Government Rebate?

The answer is yes, you may be eligible for government rebates when you purchase a solar system. The most common incentive is the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) which provides Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) as a discount on the retail price of your solar system. Incentives vary depending on your state, so it is best to check out our breakdown of available solar incentives here. However, keep in mind that these incentives decrease slightly each year and at this stage are set to end December 31, 2030. Therefore, it's important to act quickly so you can access the most generous solar incentive offers before they expire!

What are the Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs)?

The Small-Scale Technology Certificate Scheme (or "STC") is a national Government Incentive program offering financial incentives for installing renewable energy systems such as solar panels, inverters and storage solutions - like solar batteries. The rebate you can receive depends on your location. Check out our Government Rebate page for more information.

Are there financing options available for me?

We have multiple finance options including $0 up front affordability plans. Customers can finance the solar system without paying anything up front. The customer can then use the quarterly savings the solar system generations off their power bill to pay the finance repayments. In many cases customers are "cost positive", this means the solar system will save them a greater amount per quarter off their power bill than the quarterly finance repayments for the solar system costs.