Victoria Feed-in Tariffs 2026
Compare feed-in tariff rates from Victorian retailers. Victoria has a regulated minimum FiT rate set by the Essential Services Commission.
ESC Minimum Rates
| Period | Single Rate | Time-Varying Peak | Time-Varying Off-Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | 3.3c/kWh | 4.4c/kWh | 2.5c/kWh |
| 2023-24 | 4.2c/kWh | 5.6c/kWh | 3.0c/kWh |
The Essential Services Commission (ESC) sets minimum feed-in tariff rates each year. Retailers must pay at least this amount, but many offer higher rates to attract customers. The minimum rate is based on the wholesale value of solar exports.
Retailer Rates
| Retailer | FiT Rate | Plan Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin Energy | 5-7c/kWh | Variable | Variable rates, competitive overall plans |
| AGL | 5-6c/kWh | Fixed | Consistent rates across plans |
| Energy Australia | 5-8c/kWh | Variable | Higher rates on select plans |
| Simply Energy | 6-10c/kWh | Fixed | Some of the best rates available |
| Red Energy | 6-8c/kWh | Fixed | Snowy Hydro owned, competitive |
| Lumo Energy | 5-7c/kWh | Variable | Owned by Snowy Hydro |
| Momentum Energy | 5-8c/kWh | Fixed | Good for solar households |
Victoria Solar Export Information
Premium Feed-in Tariff (Legacy)
Victorians who signed up before 2012 may still be on the legacy Premium FiT of 60c/kWh. This rate is locked in until 2024. If you have this rate, avoid making changes to your solar system that could void the premium tariff.
Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU)
Victoria offers additional incentives through the VEU program for batteries and heat pumps. These are separate from feed-in tariffs and can provide significant upfront discounts.
Solar Homes Program
Victorian homeowners may be eligible for rebates on solar panels and batteries through the Solar Homes program. Check eligibility on Solar Victoria website.
Maximise Your Solar Investment
Victoria offers some of the best battery rebates in Australia. See if you qualify.
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