Solar is now joined by batteries, EVs, efficient electric appliances and controls that can respond to when energy is available or costs less.
More households are pairing batteries with rooftop solar to use stored daytime energy in the evening. Eligible small-scale batteries can receive a federal upfront discount through the Cheaper Home Batteries Program; check eligibility and product requirements before committing.
Home charging remains where most EV charging happens. A dedicated charger, appropriate circuit capacity and smart scheduling can help match charging to solar output or cheaper periods. Plan the switchboard and parking route together.
Efficient reverse-cycle air conditioning, induction cooking and heat-pump hot water are making electrification a practical renovation pathway. The best sequence depends on your existing supply, appliances and solar profile.
Renewables supplied 39.6% of Australia’s total electricity generation in 2025. Battery storage is increasingly moving excess daytime solar into the evening peak—one reason flexible, well-designed home systems are becoming more valuable.
Plan an energy-ready upgradeFor independent, up-to-date program and consumer information, see the Australian Government’s electrification guide, solar and batteries guide and EV charging guide. This page is general information, not a site-specific electrical design or incentive eligibility assessment.
