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{{propApi.successMessage}} {{region}} Change locationLaunch of home battery incentive from 1 July 2025
Launch of home battery incentive from 1 July 2025
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“The inclusion of solar batteries in the SRES is a good step that will support more households to take control of their energy bills and improve energy efficiency in new homes and renovations,” HIA Executive Director Building Policy, Shane Keating said today.
“Voluntary incentives like this are something HIA has consistently called for. It brings batteries in line with existing solar panel incentives and provides a practical and affordable path for more Australians to integrate battery storage into their homes.
“A significant barrier in the uptake of household batteries is the large upfront costs and this scheme can be important in boosting uptake by providing homeowners with a 30 per cent discount off the upfront costs.
“Australian homes now have over 4 million solar panels installed which have been installed through a range of rebates and incentives, showing how important targeted subsidy or rebate programs can be in driving change.
“The housing industry is seeing growing demand from homebuyers for integrated energy solutions. In particular, in new builds were including a battery system upfront can work with features like solar panels to further increase the environmental benefits of new buildings.
“With new Small-scale Technology Certificates (STC) assignment forms and documentation now available for solar retailers, designers, and installers, HIA is encouraging members to familiarise themselves with the updated requirements and ensure their teams are prepared.
“This is a win for consumer choice and industry innovation.
“It’s a change that will help more Australians future-proof their homes and reduce energy costs.
“HIA will continue to work with government and industry stakeholders to ensure the scheme is effectively implemented and support Australian manufacturers and suppliers in providing these batteries into our homes,” concluded Mr Keating.
For more information please contact:
Shane Keating
HIA Executive Director - Building Policy
Government announces broader licensing powers and HBCA review
Today the State Government announced proposed changes to the regulatory powers to investigate registered builders who may be unable to meet the financial requirements of registration. The announcement also included a long-awaited review of the Home Building Contracts Act 1991 (HBCA) and associated laws.
Interest rate cuts boost building approvals
“Two cuts to the cash rate have seen the volume of detached house building approvals rise to be 3.2 per cent higher than the same month last year,” stated HIA Senior Economist Tom Devitt.
Huge task ahead to achieve 30,000 homes by 2030
“Building approvals data released today highlights the magnitude of the task ahead if we are to achieve the Government’s target of building 30,000 homes in the ACT over the next five years,” said Geordan Murray, acting HIA Executive Director ACT and Southern NSW.
$10,000 incentive for home building apprentices provides a timely boost
“Today marks the beginning of the Key Apprentice Program which will provide new commencing apprentices working in residential building trades with financial incentives totalling $10,000,” said Steven Wojtkiw, HIA Deputy Executive Director, Victoria.