10/11/2026
Well well well, looks like the government are considering cutting the battery rebate well before its scheduled end date!
We have been telling customers to not take it for granted and there is a good chance it will be rug pulled at some point, and here we are with it right in the Treasurers sights.
Some think it's a sales strategy and not fact, but here we are.
What does not make sense is there are many other Government money pits that do nothing to bring any substance to helping the average Australian or a crippled Grid and they are looking to cut the one thing that is benefitting thousands of homes around Australia.
Looking at the big picture for Australia.
1. We have a solar surplus during the day which de values power across borders and no where for all the solar farms to store power aside from slowly constructed battery additions to the network.
2. At nighttime we still have a massive shortage or reliable low-cost energy. Wait until the heat wave really kicks in and news outlets freak out about rolling black outs.
3.There is a massive push for Electric Vehicles in Australia and the infrastructure is not there to support the massive surge. Especially if majority are charging at night. Keeping in mind that many EV's charge at over 7kw minimum which adds load to demand at peak times should the home not have a battery system.
And for some reason they are looking to take away a leg up for those wanting to reduce their cost of living and dependency on the grid.
We will still be just as busy if they drop the rebate due to rising energy costs and grid loss events but at the end of the day the average Australian will be left footing the bill for the difference...
Make it make sense....
In true form, give with one hand and take away with the other.
Not saying it will be rug pulled 100% however it's something to keep an eye on so you don't get left paying the difference on your investment.
Jim Chalmers’ push to rein in the expensive home battery rebate program is being strongly resisted by Energy Minister Chris Bowen.