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We are all about helping our valued customers take control of their energy use and save money. That is why we are excited to let you know about the biggest new opportunity for solar households: the Australian Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program.
As of July 1, 2025, this national initiative is set to revolutionise energy storage in Australia. If you’ve been considering a battery to complete your solar setup or are planning a new solar installation, this is the incentive you have been waiting for.
What is the Cheaper Home Batteries Program?
This program is the Australian Government’s major push to help households and small businesses reduce the upfront cost of installing a solar battery and become more sustainable overall. It is an expansion of the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES), which has already helped countless Aussies get rooftop solar panels.
The key takeaway is the substantial discount of around 30% on the upfront cost of installing an eligible household solar battery! Not taking advantage of this would be a wasted opportunity.
This discount is delivered via Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs), the same mechanism that makes your solar panels more affordable. Instead of applying for a rebate yourself, your accredited installer, like us at, Sparc Electrical & Airconditioning, will apply the discount directly to your quote. This means it’s an immediate saving with no need to pay upfront and wait on the money you need.
Why Act Now and Beat the Rush?
While the program began on July 1, 2025, the incentive is designed to decrease over time. Just as the SRES for solar panels gradually steps down each year, the battery discount will also gradually decrease until 2030. This means that the earliest installations will receive the maximum available discount. Which is a fun way of saying this is really something you need to do as soon as possible!
Demand for batteries is already high, and this new incentive is expected to create a surge in interest. Getting in early ensures you secure your battery system sooner and lock in the higher rebate amount before it declines. Don’t wait until everyone else rushes to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity.
The Power of a Home Battery System
Pairing your rooftop solar with a battery system is the ideal choice for reliable energy and long term cost savings. A battery allows you to store the excess power your solar panels generate during the day and use it at night, rather than feeding it back to the grid for a low feed-in tariff, making it a more sustainable choice for you and your family.
This simple change can drastically cut down your electricity bills, especially during peak usage times when grid electricity is most expensive. Plus, a battery offers you a valuable layer of energy independence and backup power protection during unexpected blackouts.
Sparc Electrical & Airconditioning specialises in solar installations and repairs. We are Clean Energy Council (CEC) accredited installers, and are one of the best photovoltaic solar services businesses in the area ensuring your system meets all the necessary eligibility requirements for the Cheaper Home Batteries Program.
Ready to take advantage of this historic opportunity? Contact us at Sparc Electrical & Airconditioning today to discuss your solar and battery installation needs and find out exactly how much you can save.