What Is the Cheaper Home Batteries Program?
Backed by the Federal Government, the Cheaper Home Batteries Program is set to launch on 1 July 2025. It aims to accelerate the adoption of home battery systems by offering upfront rebates, helping homeowners, small businesses, and community facilities reduce energy costs and increase energy independence.
Key Details
- Launch Date: 1 July 2025
- Total Funding: $2.3 billion
- Rebate Value: approximately $372 per usable kWh (capped at 50 kWh)
- Typical Savings: Up to $4,000 for an 11.5 kWh system
- Eligibility: Homeowners, small businesses, community facilities
- End Date: 2030 (rebates will reduce over time)
What You Need to Know
- The program is still being finalised; details are subject to change. We’ll keep you updated as government guidance evolves.
- To qualify, systems must:
- Be Virtual Power Plant (VPP) capable (on-grid only)
- Use Clean Energy Council (CEC) approved batteries and inverters
- Comply with AS/NZS 5139:2019 safety standards
- Be installed by a CEC-accredited installer
- Be paired with existing or new rooftop solar
Note: Some states and territories, including Western Australia, may offer additional rebates. WA’s Residential Battery Scheme requires VPP participation and can be combined with the federal program. Please check your local scheme or contact your DPA representative for details.
Note: Federal eligibility also requires systems to have a nominal storage capacity of between 5 kWh and 100 kWh.
On-Grid vs Off-Grid Eligibility
On-grid systems must meet all standard criteria, including VPP capability.
Off-grid systems, however, are exempt from the VPP requirement and remain eligible if either:
- The installation site is more than 1 km from the nearest grid line or
- It would cost more than $30,000 to connect to the grid
What DPA Products Are Eligible?
DPA offers one of the broadest ranges of eligible products on the market. We’ve grouped them by use case and eligibility status.
Batteries
- Discover AES Rack Mount 5.12 kWh
- Discover Helios ESS 16 kWh – CEC approval pending: expected by 1 July 2025
- Pylontech Pelio and Pylontech US5000B
- BYD LVL 15.4 kWh
- PowerPlus LiFe 4838
- BSL Battery
Inverter/Chargers
- Selectronic 481 & 482 (On-grid TBC, Off-grid Yes)
- Noark Sion / Trinix series
- Deye 1P and 3P
- Victron 3 & 5 kVA (Off-grid only)
Pre-Wired or Combo Systems
- DPA ESSential Cabinet/Noark (On and Off-grid)
- DPA ESSential Cabinet/Victron 5kVa (Off-grid)
- Skybox Systems
- Powerplus WhispR-7 (On-grid only – confirm VPP status)
- Fronius Gen24 / BYD (On-grid only – confirm configuration and VPP capability)
Important: All systems must be checked for VPP compatibility and presence on the CEC-approved product list to qualify for the rebate. More eligible models will be added over time.
Rebate-Ready. Installer-Approved.
These trusted brands offer compliant, high-performance solutions eligible for the Federal Battery Rebate—available now through DPA.
What Installers Should Do Now
1. Stay Informed
This program is evolving. Monitor updates from the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water—and from DPA.
2. Educate Customers
Homeowners need help understanding how this rebate works—and why now is the time to act. Position yourself as a trusted energy advisor.
3. Check Your Accreditation
Ensure you and your team are CEC-accredited and using compliant equipment.
4. Work With Eligible Products
Make sure your go-to systems are VPP-ready (if on-grid), CEC-listed, and meet all rebate requirements.
5. Prepare Your Marketing
The rebate season will be competitive. We’re building ready-to-use marketing kits, social content, and sales collateral to help you move fast.
DPA’s Role in Supporting You
We’re more than a distributor—we’re your partner in maximising this opportunity. Here’s what we’re putting in place:
- Rebate-Ready Product Range – Broad list of compliant systems, pre-wired or modular
- Marketing Toolkit – Customisable campaign assets and brochures
- System Config Support – Fast answers on design, compatibility, and eligibility
- Sales Enablement – Tools that help you win, from quotes to close
Get Ahead Now
The opportunity is real, but so is the competition.
If you want to lead the charge in battery storage and ride the rebate momentum with confidence, contact your DPA representative today.
