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Two million more home batteries by 2030 in $5 billion funding boost

The new rebate scheme applies a 30% discount proportional to battery size, replacing a flat rate that caused larger systems to be undervalued, effective May 2026.

Summary by Sydney Morning Herald
A popular rebate scheme will be rejigged in a move the government says will be fairer on people who buy smaller home batteries.

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Two million more home batteries by 2030 in $5 billion funding boost

A popular rebate scheme will be rejigged in a move the government says will be fairer on people who buy smaller home batteries.

·Sydney, Australia
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Cheaper Home Batteries Program Changes Explained From 1 May 2026

Major changes to the Cheaper Home Batteries Program begin 1 May 2026. Learn how new STC factors and rebate tapering will affect battery savings through 2030.

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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in Sydney, Australia on Friday, December 12, 2025.
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