Tackle Bills and Reduce Emissions with Australia's Cheaper Homes Batteries Program
From 1 July 2025, small businesses and households with new or existing solar will be able to claim a 30% discount on battery systems up to 50kWh.
The Federal Government’s $2.3 billion Cheaper Home Batteries Program will help make batteries more financially viable, allowing households to make the most of cheap, clean solar power by storing it for when it is needed.
Under the program, your household could save around:
$4,000 off the upfront cost of installing an 11.5kWh battery (previously ~$13,000).
$700 to $1,600 per year on your electricity bill, with the battery delivering $300 to $900 of those savings.
Energy at Home is backed by Smart Commercial Solar, Australia’s top commercial battery installer of 2024. With experience installing energy storage systems across industries— from hospitality and health, to manufacturing and agriculture—you can trust that your battery will be delivered safely and reliably.
If you already have (or are considering) solar, now is the time to invest in batteries alongside solar and futureproof your home.
Eligibility Criteria
Battery size: 5kWh-50kWh (systems up to 100kWh are eligible but the payment is only on the first 50kWh).
Date: Commissioned on or after July 1, 2025. Can be installed beforehand.
VPP capability: VVP ready. Battery inverter must be capable of participating in a VPP but does not have to participate in one.
Sites:
Residential or Commercial, no means test etc
Must have PV installed (existing or new)
Grid connected and Off-grid
Sites with existing batteries that want to add more are eligible. The subsidy applies to new battery installations.
Why Batteries, Why Now?
Adding a battery to your existing solar system enhances energy independence and maximises your solar investment.
By storing excess energy generated by your solar panels, batteries allow you to use energy later when the sun isn't shining or during peak electricity hours.
Why adding a battery makes sense:
Energy storage for night-time use
Reduced reliance on the grid, especially during outages
Lower electricity bills by using stored energy during peak rates
Increased self-sufficiency with renewable energy
Energy at Home has partnered with trusted battery providers Tesla, SolarEdge, Sungrow and Sigenergy to bring you safe, high-quality products, taking the guesswork out of the installation process.
What Should You Do Next?
While the rebate officially takes effect from July 1, installer demand is already high and potential battery shortages are predicted. We recommend getting ahead of the curve and planning your install early for July eligibility.
If you are thinking about installing solar and batteries, now is the perfect time—and Energy at Home can help. We’ll assess your solar, model the impact, and see how battery storage stacks up for your household.
Get a quote to see how much the Cheaper Homes Batteries Program could save you today.