Federal rebates decrease every year. Lock in savings before rates drop in 2027.
With state-specific schemes now closed, Tasmania's rebate stack runs on federal programs plus the country's competitive feed-in tariffs. Combine the federal STC rebate (about $1,482 on a 6.6kW Hobart install, or $2,964 on 13.3kW), the federal battery rebate (about $2,584 on 10kWh), and the 8 to 9c feed-in. Enter your postcode to see your real entitlement and get matched with one vetted local installer.
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Tasmania is in STC Zone 4, which has lower rates than northern states due to less solar irradiation. However, federal rebates still provide significant savings.
Federal program providing approximately 30% off eligible battery systems. Available to all Tasmanian households.
Get a written quote from one SAA-accredited (formerly CEC) installer in Tasmania. Make sure they're registered with the federal battery program.
Your quote should show the STC rebate as a point-of-sale discount. No separate application needed.
Select an installer registered with the Cheaper Home Batteries program for additional battery savings.
Book your installation date. Tasmania's long summer days provide excellent solar generation.
Your installer handles grid connection with Aurora Energy, including your feed-in tariff setup.
Start generating your own power and earning feed-in credits while reducing your power bills.
Tasmania's higher feed-in tariffs (8 to 9c/kWh) compared to mainland states help offset the lower STC rates.
See what these rebates look like on your roof. Enter your postcode:
The Tasmanian Energy Saver Loan Scheme is no longer accepting applications. Tasmanian residents now rely on federal programs for solar and battery incentives.
Federal STC rebates reduce each 1 January. Installing now locks in the higher rate.
Tasmania's 8 to 9c feed-in rates are higher than most mainland states, which lifts your returns.
Tasmania's long summer daylight hours lift solar generation when you need it most.
Postcode and a couple of quick questions. We'll show you the federal STC value, battery rebate and current feed-in tariff for your area, then match you with one vetted local installer.
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Tasmania relies on federal programs: the STC solar rebate (about $1,482 for 6.6kW in 2026, Zone 4 with 5-year deeming period) and the Cheaper Home Batteries program ($2,584 for 10kWh). State-specific schemes like the Energy Saver Loan Scheme closed September 1, 2025.
Tasmania is in STC Zone 4, which has lower rates due to less solar irradiance compared to northern states. However, federal rebates still provide significant savings of about $1,482 for a 6.6kW system, or $2,964 on 13.3kW.
No, the Tasmanian Energy Saver Loan Scheme closed September 1, 2025. It previously offered 0% interest loans up to $10,000 for solar, batteries, heat pumps, and insulation. Tasmanian residents now access only federal programs for solar and battery incentives.
Hobart households typically save around $1,482 on a 6.6kW system through federal STCs in 2026 (39 certificates at $38 in Zone 4). Adding a 10kWh battery with the federal rebate ($2,584) brings total savings to around $4,066. Feed-in tariff minimum: 8.782c/kWh (July 2025-June 2026).
Tasmania offers relatively competitive feed-in tariffs of 8 to 9c per kWh through Aurora Energy. This is higher than many mainland states due to Tasmania's unique energy market.
Yes. Tasmania has lower electricity costs and higher feed-in tariffs than many states. Combined with long summer daylight hours and federal rebates, solar still provides excellent returns with typical payback periods of 4 to 6 years.
