“I’ve heard that a rebate is on the way…”
You’ve heard correctly, and I’m excited to tell you all that we so far know about it, but before I do, let’s look at batteries in general. What are they, how do they work, and what benefits do they bring?
To put it simply, batteries are devices that store solar energy for later.
They capture any excess power your panels generate, but you don’t immediately consume, allowing you to rely less on the grid at night or during cloudy days. This means you can minimize or even eliminate your electricity purchases from the grid at night, and if you have backup, you can guarantee limited protection during power outages.
Like solar, the larger your battery system, the greater your potential savings – and connected to a wholesale retailer like Amber, you can reduce the cost of your electricity bills even further. In fact, with the set-up we have at the office, our account is often in credit now!
However, the advantages of storage extend well beyond just cost savings.
Investing in battery storage can provide you with increased energy independence, while also helping your home or business lower your carbon footprint and make a more positive impact on the planet. It’s also well-known now, that properties equipped with batteries are often more appealing to buyers, so what’s holding you back?
Until now, for many, it’s been the price.
When they first became available – we installed our first in 2016 – they weren’t nearly as large or affordable as they are today. However, advancements and refinements in technology have made them much more accessible. With a variety of brands now on the market, we can offer a battery solution to fit every budget, and a great deal of options can be added to over time too, to suit your changing energy needs.
To make the investment even more appealing, the NSW Government has announced the Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS).
Starting November 1, 2024, the rebate – applicable to homes and small businesses with rooftop solar – is designed to encourage consumers to reduce demand on the electricity grid during peak times by utilizing a battery.
The scheme offers substantial financial incentives, and while the specifics are still yet to be released in full, their website shares that eligible consumers could access:
- Between $1000 to $2400 off the up-front installation costs of a battery, depending on the size of the battery.
- Between $250 to $400 for connecting your battery to a Virtual Power Plant (VPP). This incentive is available twice, a minimum of 3 years apart.
If you already have solar, you can add in a battery for a discounted price. If you don’t yet have solar, the savings can be included in a comprehensive quote for a complete setup – similar to the way STC’s work currently.
While it’s limited to batteries between 2 and 28kWh in usable capacity, and only brands and models on the CEC approved product list qualify, this scheme makes it more affordable to invest in energy storage solutions – and we couldn’t be more excited by the interest already pouring in from our customers.
By seizing this opportunity, you can enhance your energy efficiency, enjoy greater savings, and contribute to a more sustainable future.
So run, don’t walk, to explore your options!
Whether you’re considering adding battery storage to your existing solar setup or thinking about making the switch to a solar and battery storage package, now is the time to act.
Contact us today to discover how you can take advantage of this amazing opportunity!
We’d love to assist you along the way.

Jim Hill
Managing Director,
Nepean Solar Solutions
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