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Battery Booster Program – What We Know So Far

✅ What Is the Battery Booster Program?

The Battery Booster Program is a proposed federal initiative aimed at making home battery systems more affordable for Australian households. Announced by the Albanese Labor Government, the program is designed to:

• Provide a 30% discount on the upfront cost of purchasing a home battery for households with rooftop solar.

• Support the installation of 50,000 household batteries across Australia.

• Commence from 1 July 2025, pending Labor’s re-election.

The program will be delivered through the existing Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES). 

💰 How Much Will You Save?

• Rebate value: 30% off the cost of a home battery system

• Annual savings:

  • Households with existing solar adding a battery could save up to $1,100 per year.

  • Households installing both solar and a battery could save up to $2,300 per year.

These savings represent up to 90% of a typical family’s electricity bill. 

🏠 Who Is Eligible?

To qualify for the rebate:

• You must own your home.

• The battery system must be installed by a Clean Energy Council (CEC)-accredited installer (like SunStak).

• The battery must be connected to a new or existing solar photovoltaic (PV) system.

• The system must be grid-connected.

• Rentals and off-grid homes are likely excluded.

Batteries installed before 1 July 2025 will not be eligible for the rebate.

🔋 Why Add a Battery?

Adding a battery to your solar setup can:

• Reduce your power bills even further.

• Provide energy security during outages.

• Shift your usage away from expensive peak times.

• Improve your solar system’s return on investment.

• Open up future opportunities like Virtual Power Plants (VPPs).

⏳ What’s the Timeline?

• Program starts: 1 July 2025 (if Labor is re-elected).

• Final details: Rebate values and application processes are still pending.

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Why SunStak?

We’re ACT-based, CEC-accredited, and passionate about helping locals electrify their homes with:

• Respected and well regarding company (5 Star Google reviews)

• Premium Powerwall Installer

• Platinum ACT Enphase Installer of the year.

• Smart, flexible installation timelines.

• Clear advice and assistance with government incentives.

• Ongoing support after installation.