Northern Territory

The Scoop on Northern Territory Energy Rebates

Listen up, Top End folks! The Northern Territory might be known for its stunning natural landscapes, but it's also becoming a solar powerhouse with some seriously sweet rebates. Whether you're sweating it out in Darwin or chilling in Alice Springs, these incentives can help you harness that abundant sunshine while keeping more dollars in your pocket!

Here's What's Up for Grabs:

🔆 Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme: Free Money From The Sun!

Who doesn't love a good discount? The federal government is basically throwing STCs at you (that's Small-scale Technology Certificates, not a weird disease)!

The infamous “Solar Rebate” is actually a part of this scheme!

Sweet Deals:

• Instant discounts on solar panel installations (we're talking thousands off!).

• Rebates for solar hot water systems and heat pumps too.

• The more renewable energy your system generates, the more certificates you earn.

The scheme runs until 2030, but the value decreases each year – so don't snooze on this one, folks!

Calculate your STCs →

💰 Electricity Feed-in Tariffs: Getting Paid for Your Excess Power

Are your solar panels making more electricity than you need? Ka-ching! That's money in the bank!

What's On Offer:

• Get paid by energy retailers for every kWh your system exports to the grid.

• Shop around for retailers offering above the minimum rates (some pay up to 7.5c/kWh at peak times).

• Stack with other rebates to maximise your solar investment.

Jacana Energy is also offering a premium peak feed-in tariff from July 1st 2025.

Click here to learn more about the Jacana Energy feed-in tariffs →

Learn more about Feed-in Tariffs →

🏦 Household Energy Upgrades Fund: Cheaper Loans for Going Green

Want to make your home more energy-efficient but can't stomach the upfront costs? The cavalry has arrived!

The Good Stuff:

• Discounted loans with interest rates up to 3.3% lower than standard rates

• Finance for solar panels, batteries, efficient appliances, and more

• Available through participating banks and lenders across Australia

This $1 billion fund is helping over 110,000 Aussie households slash their energy bills!

Learn more about the Household Energy Upgrades Fund →

💲 Energy Bill Relief Fund: National Support is Here!

The Australian Government is helping households with electricity costs through 2025.

The Good Stuff:

• Up to $150 in bill rebates from July to December 2025

• Applied automatically as two $75 quarterly instalments

• No application needed for most customers

Part of the national effort to address rising energy costs.

Learn more about the Energy Bill Relief Fund →

🔋 Home and Business Battery Scheme: Power Storage Paradise!

Looking to store that sunshine for when you need it most? This scheme is your ticket to energy independence!

Sweet Deals:

• A whopping $400 per kilowatt-hour of usable battery capacity

• Up to a maximum grant of $12,000 (that's some serious cash!)

• Available to homeowners, businesses, and non-profit organisations

Just remember, if you're on the premium feed-in tariff, you'll be moved to the standard rate.

Learn more about the Home and Business Battery Scheme →

🏢 Solar for Multi-Dwellings Grant Scheme: Apartments Going Green!

Live in a multi-unit dwelling? Your body corporate might be eligible for some serious solar funding!

The Good Stuff:

• Grants covering up to 50% of installation costs

• Maximum of $7,500 per individual dwelling

• Support for shared solar systems, required technology, and even battery storage

This program is co-funded by the Australian Government's Community Solar Banks initiative.

Learn more about the Solar for Multi-Dwellings Grant Scheme →

⚡ Northern Territory Concession Scheme: Bill Relief When You Need It!

Eligible seniors and concession card holders can get some welcome relief on their power and water bills.

What's On Offer:

• Discounts applied directly to your electricity and water bills

• Available through the Northern Territory Concession Scheme

• Additional support through the Northern Territory Seniors Recognition Scheme

Register your scheme membership card with Power and Water to start saving!

Learn more about the Northern Territory Concession Scheme →

🚗 Electric Vehicle Incentives: Drive Into The Future!

Ready to ditch the petrol pump? The NT Government is making it more affordable!

Sweet Deals:

• Free registration for eligible electric vehicles

• Stamp duty exemption up to $1,500 for vehicles valued up to $50,000

• Grants available for EV charger installation

Going electric has never been more affordable in the Territory!

Learn more about the Electric Vehicle Incentives available →

How to Get Your Hands on That Sweet Rebate Cash

Each of these rebates come with their own qualification criteria, some more lenient than others. For most of them, it's as easy as:

1. Check if you're in: Quick eligibility check (it takes less time than making a coffee)

2. Find a legit installer: We've got a list of the good ones who take pride in their work.

3. Watch the savings roll in: Most rebates come right off your bill as an upfront discount – no paperwork marathon.

For the full spiel on how each of these incentives work and how to qualify, make sure you check out the pages linked above for more information.

Click here to get in touch and find out which rebates you qualify for →

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