Australians are set to take hold of their energy future like never before. The federal battery rebate will provide households and small businesses with a hefty discount on the upfront cost of new battery installations.
GoodWe’s Lynx F G2 battery system, paired with the EHB hybrid inverter, is ready to power your home or business day and night, even when the grid goes down. Whether you’re starting from scratch or upgrading an older setup, understanding how to maximise this rebate is key to getting the most value from your investment.
What is the federal battery rebate?
From 1 July 2025, eligible homes and small businesses will receive an upfront discount on the cost of a new battery storage system. Batteries store solar energy generated during the day for use at night, on cloudy days, and during blackout events.
Grid-connected batteries like the GoodWe Lynx F G2 can also draw cheap power from the grid overnight for use during expensive peak hours. Or, if you’re feeling generous (or savvy), you can sell stored energy back to the grid when demand is high.
Battery storage doesn’t just cut your power bill, it boosts your energy independence too.
How much of a discount can I expect?
The federal rebate will be delivered through the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES). Batteries will be assigned Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) at a rate of 9.3 STCs per kWh of storage (in 2025). The current average value of an STC is $40.
So, a 16kWh battery, like the GoodWe Lynx F G2, could attract a discount of up to $5,952 (16 x 9.3 x $40). That’s serious savings. And with the program phasing out by 2030, 2025 is your window to claim the highest possible discount.
Don’t forget, you can also stack current state rebates and incentives. This can spell significant savings, with some systems providing a very attractive ROI.
Different types of installs: how to add or upgrade with a battery
With many Aussies already running solar, here’s how to make the most of the rebate depending on your current setup.
Retrofitting a battery to an existing solar system
The age of your system might mean that you would be better off upgrading your solar panels and the inverter when adding battery storage. However, batteries can be retrofitted to existing systems via AC-coupling, or DC-coupling if your existing inverter is hybrid and compatible with the battery of your choice. GoodWe batteries can be AC-coupled to existing systems.
Did you know that all GoodWe hybrid inverters can also be AC-coupled? With flexible options, you can take advantage of the federal battery rebate with your existing solar system.
New solar and battery system
If you’re starting from scratch, now’s the time to go big. Installing both solar and a battery at once means:
- You’ll get the full battery rebate up front.
- You can design a system optimised for your home’s energy needs.
- You’ll avoid the hassle and extra cost of retrofitting down the track.
- Your setup will be future-ready, with the GoodWe EHB hybrid inverter and Lynx F G2 battery leading the charge.
You can only claim the federal battery rebate once per address. So, if you’re thinking of expanding later, it’ll cost more. Best to size up now.
Secure your savings and your energy independence
With the GoodWe Lynx F G2 battery and EHB hybrid inverter, you’re not just investing in clean energy, you’re locking in performance, safety, and long-term savings. The federal rebate is a rare opportunity to get more bang for your battery buck.
Don’t wait until the rebate starts shrinking. Whether you’re upgrading, retrofitting, or starting fresh, now’s the time to power up with GoodWe and take charge of your energy future.
