Are Solar Batteries Worth it in 2025
Are Solar Batteries Worth It in 2025?
With a Million Battery Subsidy on the Table, the Game Just Changed
For years, the economics of solar batteries in Australia were… borderline.
Today? That’s changed.
Thanks to plummeting feed-in tariffs, rising grid prices, and the potential for a federal subsidy program that could deliver up to one million discounted home batteries, the question has shifted from “Should I wait?” to:
“Why wouldn’t I take advantage of this now?”
Here’s what you need to know.
🏛️ Big News: A National Battery Program Could Be on the Way
The Australian Labor Party (ALP) has pledged to roll out 1 million subsidised solar batteries if re-elected in 2025. This would be a nationwide program, working through local solar retailers and designed to:
Cut bills for households and small businesses
Reduce pressure on the energy grid
Increase energy independence across the country
The plan would start from mid-2025—but smart buyers are already preparing, because demand will spike as soon as the scheme kicks off.
💸 What Do Batteries Cost Right Now?
Here’s the 2025 ballpark:
Home systems: $8,000–$15,000 (10–13kWh)
Business setups: $15,000–$30,000+ (15–30kWh+)
Smart inverter + battery bundles: Slightly higher, but often rebate-eligible
That upfront cost can be daunting—but let’s zoom out:
📈 Payback Periods Are Getting Shorter
Why? Because the old solar game—“export your excess power to the grid”—is no longer profitable. With feed-in tariffs often as low as 5¢ or even 0¢, the real value comes from using your own power.
Here’s a simplified case:
10kWh battery stores excess solar
Grid power costs $0.30–$0.45/kWh
Every stored kWh used at night saves ~$0.35
👉 That’s around $1,000–$1,400/year in potential bill savings.
👉 Payback: 7–10 years for most households, often faster for businesses with higher usage and tax offsets.
🧮 Rebates + Subsidies: What's Already Available?
While the federal battery scheme is pending election outcome, these current programs may still apply:
Victoria: Interest-free loans up to $8,800
Businesses nationwide: Accelerated depreciation + clean tech tax incentives
SA (previously): Home Battery Scheme closed, but future rounds may return under new federal/state alignment
🔋 Should You Wait?
Here’s the honest take:
✅ If you’re ready to move now, you’ll benefit immediately—no need to wait for Labor’s program.
✅ If you want to wait for a potential subsidy, get your site assessed and quote locked in now—before stock and installer capacity become scarce.
🔒 Bonus Benefits (Beyond the Payback)
Blackout protection during storms or grid outages
Control over energy bills, especially in peak summer pricing
Virtual Power Plant eligibility (earn credits by supporting the grid)
Peace of mind in a volatile energy market
🚀 Your Next Move
Whether you want to go now—or be ready the second a rebate drops:
💬 Want us to handle the install and rebate path?
👉 Get a full battery quote →🛒 Prefer to buy now and arrange your own install?
👉 Shop batteries in our store →
Either way, the smart move is to start now, not wait for the rush.
