If you’ve been waiting for the right time to invest in solar battery installation in Sydney, Australia, the wait is over.
From 1st July 2025, the Australian Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program (CHBP) will help households slash the cost of green energy storage — making it easier than ever to store excess solar energy and cut down electricity bills.
What is the Cheaper Home Batteries Program (CHBP)?
The CHBP is a $2.3 billion federal initiative designed to encourage Australians to install small-scale solar battery systems at home.
By offering rebates, the program aims to:
- Reduce strain on the electricity grid during peak hours.
- Help households save money on power bills.
- Promote the adoption of renewable energy.
The best part? Almost every homeowner in Australia is eligible.
How the CHBP Subsidy Works
Under the program, homeowners can receive up to 30% rebate on the cost of installing a solar battery system (up to 100kWh capacity).
Example:
- Install a 10kWh solar battery in Sydney — you can claim a $3,300 subsidy, which is equivalent to buying a premium laptop.
- For the highest rebate rate of $372/kWh, batteries must be purchased before the end of 2025.
- Subsidy rates will gradually drop to $100/kWh by 2030, so acting early means bigger savings.
Step-by-Step: How to Claim Your CHBP Rebate
- Install solar panels (if you don’t already have them).
- Select approved solar batteries that meet all CHBP requirements.
- Work with certified installers like Opera Solar Energy.
- Choose your battery capacity based on your energy needs.
- Install your system with all required safety checks.
- Activate your battery after 1st July 2025 (your installer will assist).
- Submit your rebate application — Opera Solar Energy will handle the process for you.
Triple Your Savings with Combined Rebates
Why settle for just one rebate when you could claim three?
Here’s how you can stack incentives to get the most from your solar battery installation in Sydney or anywhere in Australia.
1. Federal CHBP Rebate
- About 30% off ($330/kWh).
2. State Incentives
- New South Wales: Virtual Power Plant (VPP) incentive — 10kWh battery earns about $216.
(Eligible batteries: 2–28kWh capacity) - Western Australia: Cash rebates under the Residential Battery Scheme:
- Synergy customers — $1,300 rebate ($130/kWh, up to 10kWh)
- Horizon Power customers — $3,800 rebate ($380/kWh, up to 10kWh)
Note: Some state rebates require participation in a VPP program.
3. Solar Small-Scale Technology Certificates (STCs)
- About $792 for a 10kWh system under the Small-Scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES).
Rebate Savings Example
Location: Western Australia
System: 10kW solar panels + Anker SOLIX X1 10kWh Energy Storage System
Savings:
- CHBP Rebate: $3,300
- WA State Maximum Incentive: $3,800
- STCs: $792
Total Savings: $7,892
Why Choose Opera Solar Energy?
At Opera Solar Energy, we make your solar journey simple, affordable, and future-ready.
Here’s why Sydney homeowners choose us for solar battery installation:
- ✅ Government Rebate Experts — We handle all CHBP paperwork for you.
- ✅ Certified Installers — Compliant with Australian Clean Energy Council (CEC) standards.
- ✅ Tailored Energy Solutions — Systems designed to match your household needs.
- ✅ Premium Products — We only use trusted brands like Anker SOLIX, Tesla, Sungrow, and LG Chem.
- ✅ Sydney-Based Support — Local team, quick response, and ongoing service.
Switch to a cleaner, smarter, and more cost-effective energy future.
Get your free quote today and start saving with the Cheaper Home Batteries Program before rebates drop.
