Federal Battery Rebate 2025 – Save 30% on Your Battery Storage System
The Federal Battery Rebate 2025 is set to revolutionize how Australians invest in home and commercial energy storage. With savings of up to $18,600, this is your chance to power your property smarter and cheaper — but timing is everything.
Starting July 1, 2025 – But act now to be ready.
✅ What Is the Federal Battery Rebate 2025 and Who Can Claim It?
The Australian Government is introducing a Federal Battery Rebate to make battery storage more accessible for homes and businesses. Eligible systems can receive up to 30% back — that’s up to $372 per kWh on the first 50kWh of battery capacity.
With the average home battery size around 10kWh,
that’s savings of over
$ 0
For commercial systems up to 50kWh,
savings can exceed
$ 0
This is a game-changer for the economics of energy storage. For official updates, visit the Australian Government Energy Website.
⚡ Who's Eligible?
To qualify for the Federal Battery Rebate:
✅ Battery capacity between 5kWh and 100kWh – Rebate applies only to the first 50kWh
✅ Commissioned on or after July 1, 2025 – Purchase/installation can happen earlier — only the commissioning date matters
✅ Battery inverter must be VPP capable – Participation in a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) is optional
✅ Property must already have a solar PV system
✅ Open to residential and commercial properties
❌ No income or means test required
🧠 Why the Federal Battery Rebate 2025 Makes Batteries a Smart Investment
Batteries have often been a “next step” due to high prices and long ROI. Not anymore.
With the 2025 Federal Battery Rebate PLUS:
🔻 20%+ price drops on battery systems over the past few years
⚡ VPP revenue opportunities (earn money from grid support)
📈 Rising peak demand charges
🌞 More solar = more excess power to store
…batteries are officially a financially smart move.
🕒 How to Prepare for the Federal Battery Rebate 2025
Even though the rebate only applies to batteries commissioned after July 1, 2025, the smart move is to prepare early. HP Energy can help you:
➡️ Review your existing solar system for compatibility
➡️ Select the right battery size and model for your needs
➡️ Pre-book installation to ensure commissioning timing works
➡️ Lock in today’s battery prices before demand surges
We’ll manage the rebate paperwork so you don’t have to.
📞 Get a Free Battery Assessment
Fill out our quick form or call us to get a
free, no-obligation quote
tailored to your home or business.
🔁 Already have battery from us?
Let’s revisit your system details
and show you exactly how to upgrade
and claim the rebate.
📚 FAQ – Federal Battery Rebate
Yes — the system must be commissioned on or after July 1, 2025. You can purchase and even install early, as long as the commissioning is after this date.
Commissioning is the final step where the battery is tested and formally switched on for operation.
Yes, the Federal Battery Rebate 2025 can be claimed in addition to Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs), offering Australians the opportunity to stack multiple incentives for greater savings. By leveraging both the Federal Battery Rebate 2025 and STCs, Australians can maximize their savings on renewable energy installations. This dual incentive approach not only makes clean energy more affordable but also supports the transition to a more sustainable and resilient energy grid.
A Virtual Power Plant (VPP) allows your battery to support the grid during peak times — and can generate additional income. Rebate-eligible batteries must be capable of joining a VPP, but actual participation is optional.
Learn more about Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) on the ARENA website to see how they work with battery systems.