Looking to cut your energy bills and make the most of clean energy? Our QLD Electricity Rebates & Incentives (2025 Guide) covers everything you need to know about the latest solar incentives in Queensland — from the solar battery rebate 2025 to the solar panel system and other government-backed incentives. Whether you’re exploring solar panels government rebates or want to know who is eligible for solar or solar battery rebates, this guide will help you understand every opportunity available to maximise your savings and transition toward a more energy-independent future.
1. Summary of Key Rebates & Incentives
| Program | What you get | Who is eligible |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Bill Relief Fund (federal) – Households | Up to AU$150 (two $75 credits) in 2025-26. | All Queensland households with an active electricity account. |
| Federal Solar & Battery Incentives | Household solar rebate via STCs, federal battery rebate up to ~$372 per usable kWh. | Homeowners (and eligible businesses) installing solar or battery systems. |
| State Rental Solar Program | Supercharged Solar for Renters: up to $3,500 rebate for landlords to install solar PV in rental properties. | Landlords in Queensland with eligible rental properties. |
| Feed-in Tariffs (FiT) | For exporting solar energy back to the grid. Regulated min for regional QLD: ~8.66 c/kWh in 2025-26. | Solar-system owners exporting surplus electricity. |
2. Federal/General Incentives in QLD
Energy Bill Relief Fund
- For households in Queensland: Up to $150 credit (two $75 credits) between July-December 2025.
- The credit is applied automatically via your electricity retailer in most cases (but check if you are in an embedded network).
- Tip: Make sure your electricity account is active and correct on 1 July 2025 so you don’t miss it.
Solar & Battery Federal Incentives
- SRES: With solar panels, you receive STCs (Small-scale Technology Certificates), which reduce upfront cost. In QLD, you might save about $400-$600 per kW installed, depending on location.
- Home battery rebate: Started from July 1, 2025, the federal scheme offers roughly 30% off eligible home batteries.
- Important: There are eligibility criteria (approved equipment, accredited installer), so always check before you commit.
3. Queensland-Specific Rebates & Incentives
State Rebates
- While there’s no general state solar panel rebate in QLD purely from the state government (beyond federal schemes) as of now.
- But the “Supercharged Solar for Renters” program is a QLD state initiative: up to $3,500 rebate when landlords install solar on rental properties that then benefit tenants.
- Eligibility: Landlord, rental property with an existing tenancy agreement, system must be installed by an eligible installer after the program opens.
Feed-in Tariffs (FiTs)
- In regional Queensland under the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) regulated network: the FiT is ~8.66 c/kWh for 2025-26 (down from ~12.38 c/kWh).
- In South-East Queensland (SEQ), FiTs are set by retailers (no mandated minimum) and rates vary (e.g., ~12 c/kWh or up to ~15 c/kWh in some cases) depending on the plan.
- Tip: Because export credits are modest compared to what you pay for electricity, you’ll maximise savings by using your solar production yourself (self-consumption) rather than exporting it.
Queensland offers a solid suite of rebates and incentives in 2025 for households and small businesses — both in terms of general cost-of-living/bill support and solar/battery adoption. While the feed-in export rates are modest compared to what you pay for electricity, the combination of upfront rebates (via STCs), bill credits and self-consumption make solar + battery a compelling investment.
Disclaimer: The information provided above has been gathered from authentic sources and official government websites. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we do not take responsibility for any changes, errors, or omissions. The details are shared for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial or legal advice. Readers are encouraged to verify the latest eligibility criteria and rebate details directly with the relevant authorities or official program websites.
