Off grid battery system project financing options in Australia 2026

When does off-grid energy Australia's referral program start?

Off-Grid Energy Australia’s Referral Program begins June 1st 2018. Please see our Referrals page, or contact Off-Grid Energy for more details.

How will CommBank support a new grid-forming battery in NSW?

CommBank has helped finance a new grid-forming battery in regional NSW that will support ambitions to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Large-scale batteries are a key component of the electricity grid transition to renewable power.

What is Australia's cheaper home batteries program?

From 1 July 2025, the Australian Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program is providing around a 30% discount on the cost of installing a battery as part of an expansion to the SRES. Rebates and loans are also provided by some state and territory governments and local councils.

How does a small-scale energy certificate affect your future off-grid system?

There are two ways this incentive can affect the cost of your future Off-Grid system. Under the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme, small-scale technology certificates are calculated based on system location, installation date, and the amount of electricity generated over the course of its lifetime – which is referred to as the deeming period.

Will off-grid energy deduct the STC value from my invoice?

No, Off-Grid Energy will deduct the STC value from your invoice at point of sale. Due to the fluctuation of STC values, the final STC price may vary from the indicative value provided at contract acceptance to the actual STC value on installation day.

Who is eligible for government energy rebate swaps?

Concession card holders or low-income households may be eligible for government energy rebate swaps, depending on where they live. Rebate swaps are designed to create long-term energy bill savings and return more to you than your old rebate. The length of time you have to give up your rebate depends on the scheme.