Rebates are the single biggest reason households across Australia are installing solar sooner rather than later. Here is a plain English guide to what is available in 2026.
The STC scheme provides a discount of roughly 30% on the installed cost of an eligible small-scale solar system (up to 100kW). The discount is applied by your retailer at the point of sale, so there is no separate application form to complete.
Most states offer additional support, either as direct cash discounts, low-interest loans for battery systems, or rebates for adding solar hot water. Victoria and South Australia have both moved to targeted schemes in recent years, so eligibility depends on your address, income bracket and system size.
Adding a home battery can unlock extra state rebates, particularly for households that install solar and storage together. Batteries are also eligible for STCs when installed alongside or shortly after a solar system.
Call us on 1300 539 844 with your address and we will run a quick eligibility check across the federal and state schemes, then explain exactly how much discount you can expect.
Go Green Home Solar is a fully accredited Australian solar installation team helping homes and businesses switch to clean, renewable energy.
