Perth home battery rebate 2026
A typical 13.5 kWh home battery in Perth qualifies for about $3,640 under the federal Cheaper Home Batteries rebate as of May 2026, where 33,154 home batteries have been installed across the metro to Apr 2026.i WA Residential Battery Rebate.
Figures verified May 2026 against the Clean Energy Regulator.
Is there a separate Perth battery rebate in 2026?
Western Australia offers a residential battery rebate — broadly around $1,300 on the main grid (Synergy) and up to $3,800 in regional areas (Horizon Power), subject to eligibility and available funding. It can be claimed alongside the federal rebate.
Federal rebate by battery size in Perth
| Usable capacity | Certificates | Federal rebate |
|---|---|---|
| 5 kWh | 34 | $1,360 |
| 10 kWh | 68 | $2,720 |
| 13.5 kWh | 91 | $3,640 |
| 14 kWh | 95 | $3,800 |
| 20 kWh | 119 | $4,760 |
Values from the federal rebate engine at the current deeming factor; capacity above 50 kWh is not eligible. The rebate steps down each year to 2030.
Worked example: a 10 kWh battery in Perth
A 10 kWh home battery installed in Perth qualifies for about $2,720 under the federal Cheaper Home Batteries rebate as of May 2026 (68 small-scale technology certificates at the $40 clearing-house price). Larger batteries earn more up to the 50 kWh eligibility cap — see the size comparison below.
Installed with solar PV?
The battery must pair with new or existing rooftop solar.
Own the home?
You must be able to authorise the roof and electrical install.
Usable capacity 50 kWh or under?
Capacity above the 50 kWh cap earns no rebate.
Eligible for the federal rebate
Claimed as small-scale technology certificates at install.
Frequently asked questions — Perth battery rebate
- How much is the federal battery rebate in Perth?
- A typical 13.5 kWh home battery in Perth qualifies for about $3,640 under the federal Cheaper Home Batteries rebate, based on the current deeming factor. Use the calculator for your exact battery size.
- How many home batteries have been installed in Perth?
- 33,154 home batteries had been installed across the Perth metro area to Apr 2026. Source: Clean Energy Regulator.
- Is there a separate Perth battery rebate in 2026?
- Western Australia offers a residential battery rebate — broadly around $1,300 on the main grid (Synergy) and up to $3,800 in regional areas (Horizon Power), subject to eligibility and available funding. It can be claimed alongside the federal rebate.
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