Thinking about adding a solar battery to your home in 2025? While direct solar battery rebates in Victoria have ended, homeowners still have access to interest-free loans and finance options through the Solar Homes Program—making solar battery storage more accessible than ever.
In this updated guide, we’ll explain the current solar battery incentives available in Victoria, what has changed, how the loan scheme works, and why it’s still a great time to invest in solar storage—especially with a new Federal battery rebate on the horizon.
Are Solar Battery Rebates Still Available in Victoria in 2025?
As of 2025, there are currently no active solar battery rebates.
However, Solar Victoria continues to support homeowners through an interest-free loan program for eligible battery storage systems. This loan can be repaid over four years, helping you manage upfront costs while enjoying the benefits of clean, stored solar energy.
2025 Incentive Summary:
- Up to $8,800 interest-free loan for solar battery installation
- Available statewide (no postcode restrictions)
- Can be used for new or retrofit solar battery systems
- One loan per household under the Solar Homes Program
These battery storage loans are available for high-performance systems like the Tesla Powerwall 3, Sungrow SBR, BYD Battery-Box, and FranklinWH batteries—all installed by Sunergy Solar, a Solar Victoria-approved retailer.
Who’s Eligible for the Solar Battery Loan in Victoria?
As of 2025, to qualify for the Victorian Solar Battery Loan, homeowners must meet the following criteria:
- Owner-Occupier: You must own and reside in the existing property where the battery system will be installed.
- Property Value: The property’s value must be under $3 million.
- Income Threshold: The combined household taxable income of all owners must be less than $210,000 per year.
- Previous Rebates: The property address must not have previously received a solar battery rebate under the Solar Homes Program.
- Solar PV System: A solar panel system with an inverter capacity equal to or greater than 5kW must be installed on the property, or will be installed in conjunction with the solar battery.
- No Existing Battery: The property must not have an existing energy storage system.
- Battery Specifications: The proposed energy storage solution must have a capacity of at least 6kWh and be listed on Solar Victoria’s approved battery product list.
- Grid Connection Approval: Pre-approval to connect the battery to the grid must be obtained from your Distributed Network Service Provider (DNSP).
- Participation in Trials: The owner(s) must agree to receive information from the DNSP about participating in battery trials to maximise the value of having a battery.
How Much Can You Save with a Solar Battery?
Even without a direct rebate, the combination of interest-free finance and energy bill savings makes a solar battery a smart investment.
Example Scenario:
- Battery system cost: $12,000–$16,000
- Interest-free loan applied: up to $8,800
- Estimated first-year bill savings: $800–$1,600
- Payback period: 7–10 years, depending on energy usage and time-of-use tariffs
With rising electricity prices and increased peak demand charges, the real value of a battery comes from avoiding peak rates, storing excess solar, and gaining blackout protection.
Which Batteries Are Eligible for the Victorian Loan?
Sunergy Solar offers Solar Victoria-approved battery brands, including:
- Tesla Powerwall 3 – Smart, whole-home energy backup
- Sungrow SBR – Modular and affordable hybrid storage
- BYD Battery-Box – Flexible and scalable battery units
- FranklinWH Battery – Intelligent energy management system
- PowerPlus Energy – Off-grid-ready, Australian-made batteries (may be eligible when used with grid-backup functionality)
All systems must be installed by an approved retailer—like Sunergy Solar.
Why Invest in a Solar Battery in 2025?
Even without a rebate, solar batteries continue to deliver energy savings, grid independence, and future-ready benefits for Victorian homes.
- Spread upfront costs with interest-free finance
- Use more of your own solar power—day and night
- Avoid costly evening peak electricity rates
- Gain blackout protection for critical appliances
- Prepare your home for electric vehicles (EVs) and virtual power programs
Federal Battery Rebate Coming in 2025?
There’s growing excitement around a new Federal solar battery rebate, currently under government review. If approved, this national incentive could offer additional financial support for Australian households installing home batteries—further reducing the payback time and upfront investment.
While details are still being finalised, early reports suggest the federal solar battery rebate could:
- Offer additional financial support for eligible homes across Australia
- Work in conjunction with existing state rebates, such as Solar Victoria
- Focus on boosting battery uptake for households with existing solar systems
- Be linked to participation in Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) or grid-sharing programs
If introduced, this federal battery rebate could further reduce your upfront costs and make solar battery storage even more accessible for homes in Bendigo and Central Victoria.
Sunergy Solar will be keeping a close eye on this development—and we’ll make sure our customers are the first to benefit when the program is launched.
Key Takeaways
- No active solar battery rebates in Victoria—but interest-free loans of up to $8,800 are still available through Solar Victoria.
- Eligibility requires being an owner-occupier, having a household income under $210,000, and installing a 5kW+ solar system (or already having one).
- Battery systems must be 6kWh or more and listed on Solar Victoria’s approved product list, with grid connection pre-approval.
- Loans can be repaid over four years, making it easier to manage upfront costs while still enjoying long-term savings.
- A new Federal battery rebate is under discussion, which could further reduce the cost of installing a solar battery later in 2025.
Ready to Take Control of Your Energy?
Sunergy Solar makes it easy to add battery storage to your home—with approved products, interest-free finance, and expert local installation. Whether you’re looking to save on power bills, gain blackout protection, or future-proof your energy setup, we’ll help you make it happen.
Get started today—chat with our team and find out if you’re eligible for the Solar Victoria battery loan.