LAST UPDATED JULY 2025
⚠️ Important Notice:
The ACT Sustainable Household Scheme is no longer available for solar panels.
Living in and around the Bush Capital and thinking about solar? Let’s get you up to speed on every ACT solar rebate available at the moment. We’ll cover:
- ACT solar rebates specific to the territory
- The Federal Gov STC incentive
- ACT solar feed-in tariffs
ACT solar rebates are some of the nation’s best! Read on to discover why.
ACT Government Solar Rebates
Home Energy Support: Rebates for Homeowners
Aimed at homeowners who hold Australian Pensioner Concession or Veteran’ Affairs Gold Card in the ACT, this solar rebate provides up to $5,000 towards the installation of energy efficient products and sustainable home upgrades.
Two separate payments rebates are available:
- One rebate up to 50% of the installation cost (to a maximum $2,500) for rooftop solar
- One rebate up to 50% of the installation cost (to a maximum $2,500) for:
- Reverse cycle heating and cooling
- Hot water heat pumps
- Electric stove tops
Before they can access this solar rebate ACT, homeowners need to attend a free online workshop which covers key program info and how to apply while helping you make choices about your energy efficient upgrades.
Update on the Sustainable Household Scheme
From 1 July 2025, the ACT Government’s Sustainable Household Scheme is no longer available for solar panel installations.
A low-interest loan (now 3%) is still available for eligible battery systems and other energy-efficient upgrades, including electric heating and cooling, hot water heat pumps, electric stovetops, EVs, and EV charging.
For full details of the Sustainable Household Scheme, visit our ACT battery rebate page.
Solar Battery Rebates for The ACT
Read our dedicated Battery Rebates page for The ACT to get all the latest info on available battery rebates & incentives in your area and find out how much you could save.
Federal Government Solar Incentive - STCs in the ACT
So, this is technically an “incentive” not a “rebate”, BUT semantics aside, the Federal Government funded STC program is the main solar rebate most ACT homeowners will access to get a big upfront discount on the installation of their solar system.
Under the scheme, Small Scale Technology Certificates (STCs) are awarded to you when you install your system. These STCs are then traded (usually by your solar installer) for cash. You see that as a discount on what you pay for your system.
The number of STCs you get depends on the year you install, your system size and which of the 4 STC “zones” you live in.
All of the ACT is in STC zone 3.
If you’re installing a 6.6kW system in the ACT, your solar rebate should look something like this:
Jump to our Australian Solar Rebates and Incentives page for more information on STCs and the ACT solar rebates.
ACT Solar Rebate Calculator
Working out your ACT solar rebate doesn’t have to be tricky. Just use our STC calculator and get answers in a flash!
Enter your your postcode and find out your:
- Estimated STC discount for the ACT
- Predicted payback period
- Expected electricity bill savings.
Try it out now! It’s free and easy.
ACT Solar Feed-in Tariffs
In addition to the Federal Government’s and ACT solar rebates, feed-in-tariffs (FiTs) push your solar savings even further.
A FiT is a credit you can get on your electricity bill from your electricity retailer (like ActewAGL) in exchange for the surplus energy generated by your solar system that you don’t need, so it’s fed back into the grid.
ACT feed-in tariff rates per kWh depend on which electricity retailer you’re with, and can vary from as low as $0.00 (boo!) all the way up to $0.40 (yay!).
Current ACT solar feed-in tariffs are in the table below (but double check each retailer’s website for specific T&Cs):
| RETAILER | MIN FiT | MAX FiT | * NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Actew AGL | 5.5c | 8.0c | |
| Amber Electric | No Fixed Amount | No Fixed Amount | |
| CovaU Energy | 5.5c | 5.5c | |
| Discover Energy | 0.0c | 10c | |
| Energy Australia | 5.0c | 5.0c | |
| Energy Locals | 3.0c | 7.0c | |
| Origin Energy | 9.0c | 12.0c* | For customers who install solar with Origin Preferred Partners |
| Red Energy | 5.0c | 5.0c | |
| Simply Energy | 8.0c | 8.0c* | Simply Energy Standard Feed-in Tariff. You might be entitled to a higher FiT depending your plan |
| RETAILER | MIN FiT | MAX FiT | * NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Energy | 1.5c | 5.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to the first 15kWh/day, 2.5c thereafter |
| AGL | 4.0c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to the first 10kWh/day, 4.0c thereafter |
| Alinta Energy | 4.0c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to the first 10kWh/day, 4.0c thereafter |
| CovaU Energy | 5.0c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to the first 15kWh/day |
| Diamond Energy | 0.0c | 5.2c | |
| Discover Energy | 0.0c | 10.0c | |
| Dodo | 3.5.c | 3.5c | |
| Energy Australia | 4.6c | 4.6c | |
| Energy Locals | 0.0c | 2.0c | |
| Ergon Energy | 12.377c | 12.377c | |
| Future X Power | 3.0c | 3.0c | |
| GEE Energy | 0.0c | 13.0c | |
| GloBird Energy | 1.0c | 11.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to the first 8kWh/day, 3.0c thereafter |
| Kogan Energy | 0.0c | 1.4c | |
| Momentum Energy | 0.0c | 2.9c | |
| Nectr | 0.0c | 0.0c | |
| Origin Energy | 4.0c | 10.0c* | For customers who install solar with Origin Preferred Partners |
| OVO Energy | 0.0c | 3.0c | |
| Powershop | 0.0c | 1.4c | |
| Red Energy | 1.0c | 8.0c | |
| Simply Energy | 5.5c | 5.5c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to the first 15kWh/day, 2.5c thereafter |
| Sumo | 1.0c | 6.0c* | High feed-in tariff is capped to the first 10kWh/Day, 4.0c thereafter |
| RETAILER | MIN FiT | MAX FiT | *NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Energy | 1.5c | 5.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to the first 15kWh/day, 2.5c thereafter |
| ActewAGL | 5.0c | 8.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to the first 10kWh/day, 6c thereafter |
| AGL | 5.0c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to 10c for the first 10kWh/day, 5c/kWh thereafter |
| Alinta Energy | 5.0c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to 10c for the first 10kWh/day |
| CovaU Energy | 5.5c | 5.5c | |
| Diamond Energy | 0.0c | 5.2c | |
| Discover Energy | 0.0c | 10.0c | |
| Dodo | 3.5c | 3.5c | |
| Energy Australia | 5.0c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to 12kWh/day, 5c/kWh thereafter |
| Energy Locals | 0.0c | 1.0c | |
| Future X Power | 3.0c | 3.0c | |
| Gee Energy | 0.0c | 14.0c | |
| GloBird Energy | 1.0c | 12.0c | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to 8kWh/day, 4c/kWh thereafter |
| Kogan Energy | 0.0c | 1.4c | |
| Momentum Energy | 0.0c | 5.0c | |
| Nectr | 0.0c | 0.0c | |
| Origin Energy | 5.0* | 10.0* | For customers who install solar with Origin Preferred Partners |
| OVO Energy | 0.0c | 3.0c | |
| Powershop | 0.0c | 1.4c | |
| Red Energy | 5.0c | 10.0c | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to the first 5kWh/day |
| Simply Energy | 5.5c | 5.5c* | Simply Energy Standard Feed-in Tariff. You might be entitled to a higher FiT depending your plan |
| Sumo | 1.0c | 8.1c | |
| Tango Energy | 0.0c | 0.0c |
| RETAILER | MIN FiT | MAX FiT | *NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacana Energy | 9.33c | 9.33c | |
| Rimfire Energy | 12.1c | 16.5c |
| RETAILER | MIN FiT | MAX FiT | *NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Energy | 1.5c | 1.5c | |
| AGL | 4.0c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff limited to first 10kWh/day, 4c/kWh thereafter |
| Alinta Energy | 4.0c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff is limited to first 10kWh/day |
| CovaU Energy | 0.0c | 5.5c | |
| Diamond Energy | 0.0c | 5.2c | |
| Discover Energy | 0.0c | 10.0c | |
| Dodo | 3.5c | 3.5c | |
| Energy Australia | 4.5c | 4.5c | |
| Energy Locals | 0.0c | 5.0c | |
| Future X Power | 3.0c | 3.0c | |
| GloBird Energy | 1.0c | 1.5c | |
| IO Energy | 0.0c | 33.0c* | 33c from 6pm-9pm only |
| Kogan Energy | 0.0c | 1.4c | |
| Lumo Energy | 3.0c | 4.5c | |
| Momentum Energy | 0.0c | 2.5c | |
| Nectr | 0.0c | 0.0c | |
| Origin Energy | 4.0c | 10.0c* | For customers who install solar with Origin Preferred Partners |
| OVO Energy | 0.0c | 2.0c | |
| Powershop | 0.0c | 1.4c | |
| Red Energy | 3.0c | 4.5c | |
| Simply Energy | 4.0c | 4.0c* | Simply Energy Standard Feed-in Tariff. You might be entitled to a higher FiT depending your plan |
| Tango Energy | 0.0c | 0.0c |
| RETAILER | MIN FiT | MAX FiT | *NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Energy | 8.9c | 10.0c | |
| Aurora Energy | 8.935c | 8.935c | |
| CovaU Energy | 8.9c | 10.9c | |
| Energy Locals | 8.9c | 8.9c |
| RETAILER | MIN FiT | MAX FiT | *NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Energy | 3.3c | 3.3c | |
| AGL | 3.3c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff for the first 10kWh/day, 3.3c/kWh thereafter |
| Alinta Energy | 3.3c | 10.0c* | Higher feed-in tariff for the first 10kWh/day |
| CovaU Energy | 4.9c | 4.9c | |
| Diamond Energy | 0.0c | 5.2c | |
| Discover Energy | 3.3c | 7.1c | |
| Dodo | 3.3c | 3.3c | |
| Energy Australia | 2.1c* | 8.4c** | Time of use FIT – off peak rate **Time of use FIT – peak rate. Standard FIT rate is 3.3c |
| Energy Locals | 3.3c | 5.0c | |
| GloBird Energy | 2.1c | 8.4c | |
| Kogan Energy | 3.3c | 3.3c | |
| Lumo Energy | 3.3c | 4.5c | |
| Momentum Energy | 3.3c | 6.0c | |
| Nectr | 3.3c | 3.3c | |
| Origin Energy | 3.3c | 7.0* | For customers who install solar with Orign Preferred Partners |
| OVO Energy | 3.3c | 3.3c | |
| Powershop | 3.3c | 3.7c | |
| Red Energy | 3.3c | 4.5c | |
| Simply Energy | 3.3c | 12.0c | Higher feed-in tariff for the first 8 kWh/day, 3.3 c/kWh thereafter |
| Sumo | 3.3c | 3.3c | |
| Tango Energy | 3.3c | 3.3c |
| RETAILER | MIN FiT | MAX FiT | *NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon Power | 3.0c | 10.0c* | Exports between 3pm and 9pm have a FiT of 10c; exports at other times earn 3c |
| Synergy | 2.0c | 10.0c** | Exports between 3pm and 9pm have a FiT of 10c; exports at other times earn 2c |
Feed-in tariff rates are ‘cents per kWh exported’
Feed-in tariff rates are important and, just like your ACT solar rebates, they go a long way in reducing the payback period on your solar system. Check out our main FiT page for even more info.
Don’t forget! You can compare electricity plans with a FiT as well as gas plans with Energy Market. Compare deals and switch online in minutes. It’s the free and easy way to save on your energy bills.
FAQs - ACT Solar Rebate
How much is the ACT solar rebate?
The main ACT solar rebate is the Federal Government’s STC incentive which gives you a very generous upfront discount on a solar system.
Click here to learn how STCs work
Or use our Solar Calculator to easily work out your STC solar rebate.
How does the ACT solar rebate work?
The Federal Government funded STC solar rebate gives ACT residents a big upfront discount on their solar or solar battery system.
Your installer will usually handle all the paperwork and go through the application process on your behalf. They’ll then apply this discount when working out your quote, so you’re never out of pocket.
One of the best ways to get your full ACT solar rebate is to get 3 free quotes from a trusted, local SAA accredited installer and see if they’re discounting the same amount.
Check out our Australian Solar Rebates and Incentives page for further details on STCs.
Who is eligible for ACT solar rebates?
Federal Government Solar Rebates
STC Incentive
Accessing the STC solar rebate in the ACT is the same as in every other state. As long as you’re installing a system no larger than 100kW, you’re eligible.
ACT Government Solar Rebates
Home Energy Support: Rebates for Homeowners
To be eligible for this ACT solar rebate you must hold either an Australian Pensioner Concession or Veterans’ Affairs Gold Card holders, have an eligible property which you own and occupy where the product will be installed, as well as attending a free Home Energy Support workshop.
The workshop will provide information on the program, how to apply, and will help you with your energy efficient choices.
Sustainable Household Scheme (interest free loan)
Open to residents of the ACT who either own a home or hold a current driving licence (when applying for a loan for an electric vehicle). Jump up to learn more.
How do I claim the ACT solar rebate?
For the Federal STC rebate, usually in the ACT, solar rebate applications are handled by your installer. They should provide you with a quote that has the discount applied to the cost of your system
For the State-run ACT solar rebates, follow this link for more information on how to apply:
Is there an ACT solar rebate for renters?
There isn’t an ACT solar rebate for renters offered by the State Government like there are in some other states. However, although renters can’t directly access the Federal STC solar rebate in ACT you can speak to your landlord to see if they will consider an arrangement where they install the system and you contribute to the cost, knowing you’ll get the savings on your electricity bill.
The best next step is to speak to your landlord and send them this link to get 3 solar quotes to find out the cost to install at your home.
FAQs - ACT Sustainable Home Advice Program
Where can I get advice to help understand my household energy use?
The ACT Sustainable Home Advice Program is free and provides advice on a range of efficiency and sustainability measures to help you save money, as well as improve your carbon footprint. Find out more here.
What are the benefits of adding solar panels to an investment property?
The benefits to landlords include:
- Add value to your investment property
- Increase how desirable your property is to tenants
- Increase what you can charge in rent
- A greener home.
Get the best ACT solar rebate!
To take advantage of the ACT solar rebates! Get started on your solar journey with 3 FREE quotes from trusted local solar providers.
Not ready for quotes and living in Canberra? check out our dedicated page for your city.
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