Federal Labor obviously likes the politics of giving rebates of up to A$2,000 each to 100,000 households of prospective voters so they can install domestic batteries. But is this good policy that will support Australia’s transition to a reliable, affordable, low-emissions energy system, or is it just middle-class welfare?
Queenslanders can take advantage of a new grants and loans scheme to install home batteries. Energy Minister Dr Anthony Lynham said 1,500 Queensland households and small businesses would be able to cut their power bills by storing solar power and using it after sunset after being financially assisted by home battery grants.
The popularity of solar panels is growing in homes across Australia. However, at the same time, population growth means that more developments keep springing up around our cities. This means “solar access” is more important than ever.
The following is an article on the Victorian solar panels rebate from MASH (More Affordable Solar Homes) written by the Program Lead, Jo Kaptein. A massive 260 households have ordered solar through MASH since the 19th of August 2018 when the Victorian State Government solar panels rebate was announced.