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Solar Panels Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast enjoys excellent solar conditions with around 40% of homes already harnessing rooftop solar. Close to the Brisbane corridor with a growing population and coastal lifestyle, high A/C usage makes solar a smart investment here.

$350-500
Avg. Quarterly Bill
8.8kW
Typical System
~40%
Solar Homes
5-8c
Feed-in Tariff
3-4 years
Payback Period
$1,500-2,000/yr
Annual Savings

Why the Sunshine Coast is Perfect for Solar

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7.4 Peak Sun Hours Daily

The Sunshine Coast lives up to its name with excellent solar irradiance. A 6.6kW system can generate 28+ kWh on clear days, making it one of Australia's best solar regions.

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Strong Zone 2 STCs

The Sunshine Coast is in STC Zone 2, receiving higher federal rebates than Sydney or Melbourne due to greater sunshine and solar output.

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Coastal Lifestyle, High A/C Usage

The Sunshine Coast's warm subtropical climate means high air conditioning bills. Solar production peaks exactly when you need cooling most.

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Growing Population & Demand

The Sunshine Coast is one of Australia's fastest-growing regions. New homes and rising energy costs are driving record solar demand across the area.

Sunshine Coast Solar Quick Facts

  • STC ZoneZone 2 (1.536 rating)
  • Network OperatorEnergex
  • Export Limit5-10kW typical
  • Avg. Install Cost$4,800-$7,000 (6.6kW)
  • State RebateFederal STCs only

Sunshine Coast Solar Rebates

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Federal STC Rebate

The Sunshine Coast's Zone 2 rating means higher STCs than southern cities. Expect around $2,400-$2,700 off a 6.6kW system.

6.6kW System
$2,400-$2,700
10kW System
$3,600-$4,100
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Battery Rebate

The federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program offers ~30% off eligible battery systems for Queensland residents.

10kWh Battery
~$3,300 off
13.5kWh Battery
~$4,455 off

Areas We Service on the Sunshine Coast

Our partner installers service the entire Sunshine Coast region with solar, batteries, and heat pumps.

Noosa
Maroochydore
Caloundra
Mooloolaba
Buderim
Nambour
Coolum
Kawana
Maleny
Montville
Palmwoods
Beerwah
Glass House Mountains
Landsborough
Peregian
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Sunshine Coast Hinterland

We also cover the Sunshine Coast hinterland including Maleny, Montville, Mapleton, and surrounds. Hinterland homes often have larger rooftops ideal for bigger solar systems.

Recommended Systems for Sunshine Coast

Essential

6.6kW Solar

  • check15-18 premium panels
  • check5kW inverter
  • check~28kWh daily output
  • checkCovers most usage
From
$5,000*
*After STC rebate
Best Value

10kW Solar + 10kWh

  • check22-24 premium panels
  • check10kW hybrid inverter
  • check10kWh battery storage
  • checkStorm backup ready
From
$15,000*
*After all rebates
Ultimate

13kW + 15kWh + EV

  • check30+ premium panels
  • check15kWh battery backup
  • check7kW EV charger
  • checkComplete independence
From
$26,000*
*After all rebates

Get Your Sunshine Coast Solar Quote

Join around 40% of Sunshine Coast homes already benefiting from solar. Get a free quote today.

Up to $5,350 in rebates • Battery rates change in 85 days