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Solar Rebates 

DJ Edwards Solar and Electrical providing 25+ years of government scheme experience for Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba and Sunshine Coast households

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Australian Solar &
Battery Rebates
 

Save More with Affordable Solar Solutions, Investing in solar has never been more accessible. Thanks to Australian Government incentives and state-based battery rebates, homeowners can significantly reduce the upfront cost of installing solar panels and battery storage.

If you're looking for a local, affordable, and budget-friendly way to lower power bills, rebates make solar not only smart but financially practical. 

At DJ Edwards, we guide you through the process, applying the rebate upfront for your convenience. Our expert team ensures that solar panel and battery installation is seamless, affordable, and tailored to your needs
 

Page last updated 03/03/2026

What are Rebates?

How the Solar Rebate Works

The federal solar rebate provides financial incentives through Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs).

These certificates:

  • Reduce the upfront system cost

  • Are applied as an instant discount

  • Are calculated based on system size and location

The result? A more affordable solar installation with faster return on investment.

Rebate values decrease gradually each year, meaning early installation delivers greater savings.

Battery Rebates & Energy Storage

For Brisbane homeowners, battery incentives and energy programs can help reduce the upfront cost of installing storage alongside solar.

When available, Queensland rebate rounds and VPP programs make batteries more affordable and financially practical.

Adding a battery allows you to:

  • Use more of your own solar power at night

  • Reduce expensive peak-time electricity usage

  • Lower long-term power bills

  • Protect your home against rising energy prices

  • Improve energy security during outages

With Brisbane’s strong solar conditions, a battery helps you maximise the value of every kilowatt your system produces.

Why Choose a Local Solar Provider?

We provide:

  • Transparent, competitive pricing

  • Affordable and high-quality systems

  • Clean Energy Council accredited installation

  • Honest, straightforward advice

Our focus is simple — deliver reliable solar solutions that help Australian homeowners reduce energy costs without compromising on quality.

STC Factor calculator

How much do I save?

The federal solar rebate is is not means-tested.
It’s applied directly to your quote as an upfront discount, so you pay less from the start.
The exact rebate amount depends on the size of your system and the number of STCs it generates. See below for a guide

Example STC calculation

How do I Claim my Rebate?

Your rebate is applied directly to your quote as an upfront point-of-sale discount.
There is no separate application required we manage the rebate process on your behalf.

Don't Make these Mistakes

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DJ installed solar system

Oversizing to maximise certificates

More panels means more STCs, but a system that's far larger than your actual usage won't save you proportionally more on bills. The rebate is a bonus, not the reason to choose a system size. 

Letting the installer keep the rebate

DJ Edwards applies the STC rebate directly as a line item discount on your quote — you see exactly what you're saving.

Not checking CEC accreditation

The STC rebate is only available when the system is installed by a Clean Energy Council accredited installer. DJ Edwards is CEC accredited. Always verify this before signing anything.

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