Own a property in Melbourne? Did you know it's possible to access up to $18,500 in rebates for solar batteries? While the Solar Victoria Interest-Free Battery Loan may have ended, a brand-new rebate program is available and applications are now open.
As of July 1st, the Cheaper Home Batteries Program has now replaced the previous Solar Interest-Free Battery Loan initiative. Whether you’re looking to lower your power bills or do your partfor the environment, there are so many reasons to take advantage of this new solar battery rebate in Melbourne.
Keep reading to learn everything you need toknow!
With the help of the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, you can receive a 30 percent discount on solar batteries with a5-50kWh capacity. Although the scheme has officially taken effect as of 1 July 2025, it still covers solar batteries purchased and installed from 6 April2025.
The program comes without means testing (making it open to all eligible property owners) and is available to upgrade existing solar systems with a solar battery, or to set up a new solar and battery system. The rebate is capped at 50kWh or an $18,500 rebate, and at one battery per household (though it can be used for multiple properties).
Already have solar panels set up? Here’s the good news; you can still receive the rebate by adding a battery, and it's possible to make a claim for more than one property. The scheme is also available for homeowners, small businesses, and community facilities.
In order to be eligible, the battery mustbe installed alongside a new or existing solar setup. Enrolling in a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) is not mandatory, however the battery will need to be VPP-read. While a solar battery system up to 100kWh can be installed, $18,500 remains the maximum figure available under this new rebate program.
Taking advantage of this rebate is a great way to reduce your overall costs. So, if you’ve already got solar panelsbut no battery, reach out to us today!
The federal government has committed $2.3billion to the Cheaper Home Batteries Program. This initiative was created todirectly support more than 100,000 battery installations across the country inthe coming years.
From the state to the national level, a significant push is underway to give Australians direct access to solar power, including batteries. By taking advantage of this federal solar battery rebatein Melbourne, you're not just getting financial help—you’re also gaining the ability to:
Jet Solar is a proudly Melbourne-based company specialising in solar and battery systems. Our director, Jason Dickinson, has been in the solar industry for 15 years, overseeing around 2500 installations.
Since our foundation, we’ve helped hundreds of home owners across the city install solar batteries, including services built around the current solar battery rebate programs available in Melbourne and regional Victoria. Our commitment to quality customer service is reflected in more than 500 five-star Google reviews.
We only use trusted brands like Tesla and Sungrow, and every system is tailored to your home’s energy needs. Once you’ve secured the rebate, our in-house team of SAA accredited installers will handle everything; from system design to rebate paperwork and installation.