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Government solar incentives
A national government incentive programme in Australia is known as the Small-Scale Technology Certificate System, or "STC." You will receive financial incentives to build sustainable energy equipment, including solar panels, inverters, and energy storage options like solar batteries.
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Australia
Available to all Australians, the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) is a financial incentive to install solar panels.
Recipients receive a small-scale technology certificate (STC), calculated from the amount of renewable electricity that the system they are installing produces or replaces (i.e., electricity from non-renewable sources).
These STCs can be sold to recoup a portion of the cost of your purchase and installation. Many owners assign the right to create their STCs to a registered agent, but there is also the option to create and trade the certificates yourself.
This calculator can help you to estimate the number of STCs that could be created.
Please note that when you receive a quote from Nectr, your STCs will have already been factored into the cost.
| Eligibility | Provided by Nectr |
|---|---|
| The panels and inverter installed must be listed on the Clean Energy Council list of approved components. | Yes |
| The system must be installed by a Clean Energy Council accredited designer and installer (that meets the Clean Energy Council design and installation guidelines). | Yes |
| You must have received a certificate from the installer (created within 12 months of the installation). | Yes |
| Your panels must meet Australian standards. | Yes |
| You must comply with all local, state, territory and federal requirements, including electrical safety. | Yes |
| The system must be classified as small-scale: solar panel system that has a capacity of no more than 100 kW, and a total annual electricity output of less than 250 MWh. | Yes |
New South Wales
| Program | Provided by Nectr |
|---|---|
| Rebate swap for solar and energy efficient upgrades If you are an eligible homeowner-occupier you can now swap your Low-Income Household Rebate for a free, fully installed, 3-kilowatt solar system. Nectr doesn’t currently offer 3-kilowatt solar panel systems, however we do have compatible solar batter add-on systems available which can help you to save even more money. | N/A |
Australian Capital Territory
| Program | Provided by Nectr |
|---|---|
| Home Energy Support: Rebates for Homeowners If you are a homeowner with an Australian Government Pensioner Concession Card or Department of Veterans’ Affairs Gold Card, you could be eligible for rebates for sustainable home upgrades. | N/A |
| Sustainable Household Scheme Eligible homeowners can borrow up to $15,000 to improve their home's energy efficiency with solar panels, batteries and other products. | N/A |
Queensland
| Program |
|---|
| Unfortunately, the Queensland Government does not currently have any active state-specific rebates or incentives. However, Queenslanders can still participate in the Australia-wide Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme(SRES). |
South Australia
| Program |
|---|
| Unfortunately, the South Australian Government does not currently have any active state-specific rebates or incentives. However, South Australians can still participate in the Australia-wide Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme(SRES). |
Victoria
| Program | Provided by Nectr |
|---|---|
| Solar panel (PV) rebate Solar Victoria is offering a solar panel rebate of up to $1,400 plus the option of an interest –free loan for existing homes and homes under construction. Eligibility criteria apply. | N/A |
FAQs about Government incentives
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What is the STC scheme and am I eligible to receive it?
The small-scale technology certificates (STC) scheme is a Government incentive that help to reduce the upfront cost of installing your solar system. The value of STCs that your system can receive will differ depending on your system’s size and location, and is calculated from the amount of renewable electricity that the system you install produces or replaces.
It is available to all Australians, but to be eligible for STCs, your solar system must be installed by a Clean Energy Council accredited installer.
This calculator can help you to estimate the number of STCs that could be created.
Please note that when you receive a quote from Nectr, your STCs will have already been factored into the cost.
How much will a solar system cost?
The cost of your solar system will depend on factors such as the size of your home, the amount of solar panels you install, and the kind of inverter you use.
To learn how little a solar power system could cost you, get in touch with Nectr by visiting the Nectr website. Our team of solar experts will guide you in selecting the right system for your premises and budget, while also helping you to understand the return on your investment.
Will I earn money by sending power to the grid?
If you have solar panels installed and your home generates more solar power than your home uses, you can save money on your electricity bills – or even make money – by sending the leftover solar power back into the grid.
A feed-in tariff (FiT) also known as a buy-back rate, is usually a set rate per kilowatt hour, that is paid as a credit on your bills for any of the unused electricity that you send back to the grid.
Your FiT rates and eligibility will change depending on:
- the amount of solar-generated electricity you feed back into the grid,
- the state you live in, and
- when you installed your solar system.
How much will a solar system save me on electricity costs?
The amount of money you save will depend largely on the amount of electricity you currently use, as well as the size and capacity of the solar system that you install and how much energy your solar produces. You can request a call from one of our solar experts, who will take the time to understand your needs, and can then recommend the ideal solar system to maximise your savings.
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