If you’ve been thinking about adding a solar battery to your home or business, 2025 is your year. Thanks to the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, you could save up to a massive $18,600 on a new battery system, but only if you get in early.

This is the largest rebate Australia has ever offered for solar battery storage, and the clock is already ticking. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of it.

What is the Cheaper Home Batteries Program?

The Cheaper Home Batteries Program is a $2.3 billion government initiative designed to help more Australians access clean, reliable energy. From July 2025, eligible homeowners and small businesses can claim a rebate on the purchase and installation of a new solar battery system.

The rebate amount is tied to your battery’s usable capacity, up to 50 kWh, which means bigger batteries bring bigger savings. 

In 2025, the maximum discount is $18,600, but that figure drops every year until 2030.

In other words, waiting could cost you thousands!

How much can you save with the solar battery rebate?

Here’s what the rebate looks like in 2025:

• 5 kWh battery – $1,860
  
• 10 kWh battery – $3,720
  
• 20 kWh battery – $7,440
  
• 30 kWh battery – $11,160
  
• 40 kWh battery – $14,880
  
• 50 kWh battery – $18,600
  
  
  

Whether you want a compact solar battery to cover night-time use or a larger system for serious energy independence, there’s a discount waiting for you.

Who’s eligible?

You’re likely eligible if you’re:

• A homeowner or small business owner
  
• Installing a battery between 5 kWh and 100 kWh
  
• Adding the battery to an existing solar PV system, or installing it alongside new solar
  
• Choosing an approved battery and inverter from the Clean Energy Council’s list
  
• Working with an SAA-accredited installer (like us at iinergy)
  
  
  

Already got a battery? You may still be eligible if you’re upgrading, we can check for you.

Why install a solar battery now?

With a solar battery, you can store your excess solar power for use at night, during cloudy weather or in a blackout. That means:

• Lower power bills (you’re using more of your own free energy)
  
• Energy security during outages and storms
  
• Protection against rising electricity prices
  
• A smaller carbon footprint
  

How to claim your rebate

At iinergy, we handle the whole process, from choosing the right battery for your needs to installing it and helping you claim your rebate. All you need to do is book your free consultation, and we’ll take care of the rest.

If you’re ready to slash your power bills and secure your energy future, now’s the time to act. Book your free solar battery quote today and lock in your savings.

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