Solar Panels Cairns
Cairns sits in STC Zone 1 — the highest rebate zone in Australia with a 1.622 rating. Combined with tropical year-round sunshine and 7.8 peak sun hours daily, Cairns offers the fastest solar payback in the country.
Why Cairns is Perfect for Solar
Zone 1 — Highest STCs in Australia
Cairns' Zone 1 rating of 1.622 means you receive the maximum federal STC rebate available anywhere in Australia, significantly reducing upfront costs.
7.8 Peak Sun Hours Daily
Tropical North Queensland delivers exceptional solar irradiance year-round. A 6.6kW system in Cairns can generate 30+ kWh on clear days consistently.
Cyclone-Rated Installations
Cairns installers use cyclone-rated mounting systems designed to withstand tropical weather, ensuring your investment is protected year-round.
Fastest Payback in Australia
The combination of Zone 1 rebates and tropical sunshine means Cairns solar systems typically pay for themselves in just 3-4 years.
Cairns Solar Quick Facts
- STC ZoneZone 1 (1.622 rating)
- Network OperatorErgon Energy
- Export Limit5-10kW typical
- Avg. Install Cost$4,800-$7,000 (6.6kW)
- State RebateFederal STCs only (Zone 1)
Cairns Solar Rebates
Federal STC Rebate
Cairns' Zone 1 rating means the highest STCs in Australia. Expect around $2,800-$3,100 off a 6.6kW system — more than any other zone.
Battery Rebate
The federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program offers ~30% off eligible battery systems for Queensland residents.
Areas We Service in Cairns
Our partner installers service Greater Cairns and Far North Queensland with solar, batteries, and heat pumps.
Far North Queensland
We also cover Port Douglas, the Atherton Tablelands, Innisfail, Mission Beach, and surrounding Far North Queensland regions. All of FNQ benefits from Zone 1 STC ratings.
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Get Your Cairns Solar Quote
Take advantage of Zone 1 — the highest solar rebates in Australia. Get a free quote today.