Home Batteries Power the Next Phase of Australia’s Net Zero Journey
Home Batteries Power the Next Phase of Australia’s Net Zero Journey
Setting bold climate targets is important, but it’s action at home that will truly drive Australia’s progress to net zero.
When it comes to making a home more comfortable, valuable, and sustainable, energy independence is now the standout trend. Solar panels paired with batteries are helping households take charge of their energy use, and a new Federal Government initiative is making this even more accessible.
The Federal Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Scheme is designed to make energy storage affordable for millions of Australian households. It bridges the gap between ambition and action, recognising that national targets only work when individual homes and businesses are part of the solution.
As James Hetherington, CEO of Solar Battery Group, noted in a recent podcast featuring Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen and Smart Energy Council CEO John Grimes, household adoption of solar and battery systems will be critical to meeting Australia’s energy transition goals.
Australia already leads the world in rooftop solar, with more than 10 million people across 4 million households generating their own power. But most of that energy is produced when people aren’t home to use it.
That’s where the new scheme steps in. “Every single one of those homes is eligible,” says John Grimes. The rebate cuts battery costs by 30% to 60%, depending on the system, slashing payback periods and making near-zero energy bills achievable for many families.
The rebate reduces by 10% each January, making now the best time to invest.
“This is about liberation, freedom, personal choice, and closing the loop,” says Minister Bowen.
By combining solar and battery storage with other electrification upgrades such as heat pump hot water systems and induction cooktops, homeowners can significantly cut or even eliminate power bills altogether.
Grimes recommends households “install the largest battery they can afford” while the rebate lasts, as future upgrades are likely to cost more.
The government has built strong consumer protections into the program. Only tested and approved battery products and properly accredited installers are eligible, giving homeowners peace of mind that their investment is safe and future-ready.
Solar Battery Group has been at the forefront of Australia’s solar storage market, supplying accredited battery systems since they first became available. The company’s nationwide services include technical advice and installation of solar PV systems, inverters, pool pump controllers, heat pumps, and energy-efficient reverse-cycle air conditioning under the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.
As Australia eyes the opportunity to host COP, Bowen says widespread uptake of the battery rebate could serve as a powerful demonstration of what a successful energy transition looks like.
“This is a moment of hope, a moment of individual action, and a chance to show what Australians can achieve together.”
To find out if your home is eligible for the Cheaper Home Batteries Scheme, contact the Solar Battery Group team on 1300 657 529 or visit our website for more details.