Solar Panels Mackay
Mackay sits in STC Zone 3 (moderate) with 5.2 peak sun hours per day. Around 59% of homes in the area have rooftop solar, with 27,025 CER-registered installations across 12 postcodes.
Solar in Mackay
5.2 Peak Sun Hours Daily
A 6.6kW system in Mackay generates around 34.3 kWh on a clear day and approximately 10,626 kWh per year, enough to cover most of an average household's electricity use.
Zone 3 (moderate) STC Rebate
A 6.6kW system in Mackay qualifies for an estimated $1,423 in federal Small-scale Technology Certificates. A 13.2kW system qualifies for around $2,846.
Queensland State Solar Rebate
Queensland offers an additional state rebate of up to $4,600 for eligible solar installations. Combined with federal STCs, total upfront rebates can reduce system costs significantly.
Network Operators: Energex, Ergon Energy
Mackay is served by Energex and Ergon Energy, who manage grid connection approvals, solar export limits, and smart meter upgrades for the area.
Mackay Solar Quick Facts
- STC ZoneZone 3 (moderate)
- Peak Sun Hours5.2 hrs/day
- Annual Output per kW1,610 kWh
- STC Rebate (6.6kW)$1,423
- STC Rebate (13.2kW)$2,846
- CER Installations27,025
- Network OperatorEnergex
- Suburbs in LGA138
Mackay Solar Rebates
Federal STC Rebate
Mackay is in STC Zone 3 (moderate). The federal Small-scale Technology Certificate scheme reduces the upfront cost of every eligible solar installation automatically through your installer.
Queensland Rebates
Queensland offers state-level solar and battery incentives for eligible homeowners across Mackay and the wider state.
Suburbs in Mackay
Our network of CEC-accredited installers services all suburbs across Mackay and surrounding areas.
Plus 114 more suburbs across 12 postcodes.
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