In NSW you can generally reduce the cost of solar and batteries through a mix of a federal up-front discount, a feed-in tariff from your retailer, and battery incentives. The exact amounts change over time, so the figures below explain how each one works rather than a dollar value, and we confirm what currently applies when we quote your job.
1. The federal STC discount (solar)
The small-scale technology certificate (STC) scheme is the main federal incentive for rooftop solar. It effectively discounts the up-front price of your system based on its size and location. You don't apply separately, the discount is usually assigned to your installer and taken off the price. To qualify, your system must be installed by an accredited installer, which JRM is (Solar Accreditation Australia, s5949175).
2. Feed-in tariffs (solar)
Once your solar is running, your electricity retailer pays you a feed-in tariff for the power you export to the grid. Rates vary between retailers, so it's worth comparing. Feed-in credits work best alongside using more of your own power during the day.
3. Battery incentives
There are federal and state incentives designed to bring down the cost of home battery storage. Because eligibility and amounts are updated from time to time, the safest approach is to have an accredited installer confirm what you currently qualify for before you buy.
How to check what you're eligible for
Eligibility depends on your property, system size, and the rules in place at the time. When we quote your solar or battery job, we walk you through the incentives that apply to you and show them in the price, with no hype.
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General information only. Rebates, tariffs and eligibility change over time, confirm the current details before you rely on them.