Overview
- Canberra will inject nearly $5 billion more into the scheme, lifting the four‑year allocation to $7.2 billion to keep rebates available.
- From May 1, 2026, the full 30% discount applies up to 14kWh, then tapers for medium systems and again above 28kWh, with support still capped to the first 50kWh.
- The government now forecasts 2 million home batteries by 2030 after about 160,000 installations since July.
- The overhaul addresses per‑kWh incentives that steered buyers to larger units and rapidly depleted funds, with quality and safety worries highlighted by a recent Sigenergy inverter recall.
- Ministers briefed installers on further eligibility and funding adjustments under consideration, and flagged a review of the electric vehicle fringe benefits tax exemption.