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Federal Solar Rebate Expanded: What It Means for Queensland Businesses
The Australian Government has announced one of the biggest changes to commercial solar incentives in recent years. The Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) will expand from 100kW to 1MW, allowing many more Australian businesses to access upfront rebates that can significantly reduce the cost of installing rooftop solar.
Why This Matters
Previously, many medium-sized commercial buildings missed out on the most attractive solar incentives.
Under the expanded scheme, warehouses, factories, offices, schools, shopping centres, hotels and agricultural facilities can now qualify for valuable upfront savings, making commercial solar more affordable and delivering a faster return on investment.
If your business has high electricity bills, large roof space, daytime energy consumption or plans for future growth, this expanded rebate presents an excellent opportunity to invest in solar sooner.
Who can benefit?
- Warehouses & Distribution Centres
- Manufacturing Facilities
- Shopping Centres & Retail
- Offices & Commercial Buildings
- Schools, Universities & Sporting Clubs
- Farms & Agricultural Businesses
- Hotels & Accommodation Providers
Potential Savings
Government estimates indicate that eligible businesses may reduce the upfront cost of large commercial solar systems by around 20%. A 250kW system could save almost $70,000, while an 850kW system could save more than $230,000, depending on project size and eligibility.
250kW system
Save almost $70,000
850kW system
Save more than $230,000
Figures are estimates only and will vary depending on your project's size and eligibility.
What This Means for Energy Solution Centre Customers
If your business has high electricity bills, large roof space, daytime energy consumption or plans for future growth, this expanded rebate presents an excellent opportunity to invest in solar sooner.
Combining premium solar with battery storage, such as Sigenergy battery, can further reduce electricity costs, improve energy resilience and prepare your business for EV charging and future energy demands.
How to Maximise the New Rebate
- Review your electricity usage and future energy needs.
- Install the right-sized solar system for long-term performance.
- Consider integrating battery storage and EV charging.
- Choose premium-quality equipment for maximum reliability.
- Work with an experienced commercial solar installer that manages design, approvals, installation and ongoing support.
Why Choose Energy Solution Centre?
Since 2013, Energy Solution Centre has helped more than 5,000 Queensland homes and businesses achieve greater energy independence.
Our experienced in-house installation teams deliver premium solar, battery storage, EV charging and smart energy management solutions across the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Sunshine Coast.
Let Energy Solution Centre help your business save more
Since 2013, Energy Solution Centre has helped more than 5,000 Queensland homes and businesses achieve greater energy independence. Our experienced in-house installation teams deliver premium solar, battery storage, EV charging and smart energy management solutions across the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Sunshine Coast.
- In-house experts
from start to finish - Premium products
you can trust - Tailored solutions
for your business - Ongoing support
& monitoring
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Find out how much your business could save with the expanded Federal Solar Rebate.