Solar Rebates
Solar Rebates in Tasmania
Want to know how to maximise your Tasmania solar rebate and cut energy costs? Our team has helped hundreds of Tasmanians do exactly that.
Installing solar has never been more affordable for Tasmanian homes and businesses. With the government solar rebate in Tasmania offered through federal incentive programs, you could save thousands on your system while dramatically reducing your electricity bills.
Small-Scale
Small-Scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES)
The Small-Scale Renewable Energy Scheme, often referred to as the Federal Government Rebate, is a key incentive for solar installations. This scheme rewards you based on the amount of CO2 your solar system will offset from the year of installation until December 31, 2031.
When you install a solar system, it generates Small Scale Technology Certificates (STCs). The number of STCs your system earns is calculated using the formula: system size in kilowatts (kW) × zone multiplier × years left in the scheme. For example, a 7.92 kW system installed in Tasmania (Zone 4) in 2024 would generate 65 STCs (7.92 × 1.185 × 7, rounded down).
These STCs can be sold either through an aggregator or the clearing house, with a maximum price of $40 per STC through the clearing house (if you are prepared to hold onto them yourself until they sell and forgo the upfront discount). Aggregator prices typically fluctuate between $35 and $39.
For a 7.92 kW system in Tasmania, this could mean a rebate of around $2,412 at an STC price of $37.10.
Feed-in Tariff
With a solar system, the electricity you generate is first used by your home. Any excess power that you don’t use is fed back into the grid, and you receive a payment of 8.935 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for this surplus energy.
However, the real savings come from the energy you use directly from your solar system, as it offsets the cost of purchasing electricity from the grid at 35.836 cents per kWh. This means that every kWh you use yourself is worth over four times what you would earn by exporting it to the grid (as of August 2024).
Smart Home
Tasmanian Energy Saving Loan Scheme for Businesses (Tas ESLS SME)
Small businesses and not-for-profit organisations can also benefit from the Tas ESLS, with 0% interest loans of up to $10,000 available.
Eligibility Criteria for Businesses:
- Must have electricity consumption lower than 150MWh per year.
- Must be a small business, commercial, or community organisation property.
- Must have an Australian Business Number and an incorporated legal structure.
- Must have been in business for at least 2 years.
- Must have no bankruptcies or amounts owed to the ATO.
- If a Community Organisation, financial statements may be required.
- Director’s personal guarantee is required for SMEs but not for Community Organisations.
As with the residential scheme, this loan is only available through accredited vendors on the Brighte marketplace, and loan funds are paid directly to the vendor.
Free Consultation
We assess your energy needs, roof suitability, and goals to recommend the right system size and explain exactly how the solar rebate in Tasmania applies to your installation.
Custom Quote
You receive a detailed proposal showing your total investment, rebate savings, and projected payback period with no hidden costs or surprises.
Professional Installation
Our team installs your system efficiently, typically within one to two days for residential properties.
Rebate Processing
We manage all paperwork to ensure you receive your government solar rebate entitlement, applied as a point-of-sale discount.
Ongoing Support
Your system includes comprehensive warranties, and our team remains available for monitoring, maintenance, and any questions.
Your Solar Panels Tasmania Rebate Experts
When it comes to navigating the solar panels Tasmania rebate process, you need a team that understands both the technical requirements and the paperwork.
Our installers have helped hundreds of Tasmanian households and businesses access every dollar they’re entitled to, and we handle the rebate application on your behalf so you don’t have to worry about a thing.
Our local presence means we understand Tasmania’s unique climate conditions and can design a system optimised for your property’s orientation, shading, and energy consumption patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Rebates
The federal Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) provides rebates through Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs), which are calculated based on your system size and location. The Tasmania solar rebate is applied as an upfront discount, reducing your out-of-pocket cost at the time of purchase.
Businesses can access the same STC rebates as residential customers, with larger systems generating more certificates and therefore greater savings. Speak with your accountant about additional tax benefits that may apply to your solar investment.
Most households save between $1,400 and $2,500, depending on system size, while the solar panels Tasmania rebate for commercial installations can exceed $10,000 for larger systems.
The federal rebate is legislated to phase out gradually until 2030, meaning the sooner you install, the more you save. Current government solar rebate values are at their highest right now.
Absolutely. We manage every aspect of your solar rebate claim in Tasmania, ensuring you receive your full entitlement without any hassle.
