There’s still some time to get more STCs for your Solar PV and Battery Installs. But not much
STC incentives take a significant dip in value at the end of each year. We pulled together a quick comparison for Solar PV and Battery jobs in 2025 vs 2026 so you can see the difference for yourself.
Batteries - Around 10% drop
Battery installations should see a 9–10.5% drop in returns
For example: A battery with usable capacity of 13.5 kWh should give you:
$4625 paid in 1 business day - if installed in 2025
$4181 paid in 1 business day - if installed in 2026
Solar PV - Around 20% drop
Solar PV installations should see a 20% drop in returns
For example: A system of 10 Kw capacity installed in 4000 postcode should give you:
$3013.50 paid in 1 business day - if installed in 2025
$2535.75 paid in 1 business day - if installed in 2026
The returns provided are estimates and are subject to change on a daily basis. It is not guaranteed that you will receive the estimated price at the time of your transaction.
Calculate your Returns
You can run your own numbers on our website and see exactly how much your Solar PV and Battery installs will earn today vs 2026.
Bear in Mind
By all means, smash out as many jobs as you can before Dec 31. Just make sure you stay within the SAA limits for STC claims.
Installers can claim no more than 2 installations per day, which may include:
2 solar batteries
2 solar PV systems
1 solar PV + 1 solar battery
Our team is here to support you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Tiana Bergmans
Solar Team
03 9805 0719
nathan.upson@greenenergytrading.com.au