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Australia's Home Battery Boom: New Rebate Tiered System
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Australias home battery boom continues with over 266,000 units installed, doubling residential storage to 7.7 gigawatt hours. The federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program rebate is now tiered, offering full discounts for up to 14 kWh, 60% for 14-28 kWh, and 15% for 28-50 kWh. The program aims to reach 40 gigawatt hours by 2030. Installers are overwhelmed, but the Clean Energy Regulator advises getting three quotes and checking contracts to avoid scams. Experts suggest most homes need 6-7 kWh batteries, and renters also benefit from reduced grid strain and lower wholesale prices.
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