Energy Rebate Finder

Find all available energy rebates and incentives in Queensland.

Your Situation

Total Estimated Rebate Value

$7,000

Combined value of all applicable rebates

Federal STCs — Solar

~$2,500-$4,000

Eligibility: All homeowners with eligible systems

How to apply: Applied automatically by your installer at point of sale

Source: Clean Energy Regulator

Cheaper Home Batteries Program

Up to $3,000

Eligibility: Homeowners installing eligible batteries

How to apply: Applied at point of sale through registered installers

Source: Australian Government

Federal STCs — Heat Pump

~$800-$1,200

Eligibility: Replacing existing hot water system

How to apply: Applied by installer. Must replace an existing electric or gas system.

Source: Clean Energy Regulator

Note: Rebates change frequently. Always verify with the official source before committing. These are estimates based on publicly available information as of March 2026.

Where to start

For the best return on investment, start with solar panels (fastest payback), then consider a heat pump hot water system (low cost, good savings). Batteries are worth considering once you've maximised solar self-consumption. Use our individual calculators to run the numbers for each upgrade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What solar rebates are available?
The main federal rebate is through Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs). These are automatically applied at point of sale and reduce the cost of a solar system by $2,000-$4,000 depending on system size and location. STCs are gradually reducing each year until 2030.
Can I get a battery rebate?
Yes — the federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program provides up to $3,000 for eligible battery installations. Victoria also offers a $1,400 battery rebate through Solar Victoria. Check this tool for what's available in your specific state.
Do renters get energy rebates?
Some rebates are available to renters, but most hardware rebates (solar, battery, heat pump) require owner-occupier status. Renters can often access energy efficiency rebates for LED lights and draught sealing. The ACT's Access to Electric program and Victoria's VEU scheme have some renter-accessible offerings.
How do STCs work?
Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) are created when you install eligible renewable energy systems. Each STC is worth about $39. The number of STCs depends on your system size, location (zone rating), and years remaining until 2030. Your installer typically handles the STC paperwork and applies the discount at point of sale.