Can You Claim STCs for a Solar Energy System and Still Get the Solar Rebate?

If you’re planning to install solar panels in Victoria, you might wonder: “Can I claim both the federal Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) and the Solar Victoria rebate?”

The simple answer is yes – you can! These two incentives work hand-in-hand, allowing you to reduce your upfront costs significantly while making the switch to solar energy easier and more affordable. At Climate Green Melbourne, we help you navigate both programs to ensure you get the maximum rebates available.

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☀️ What Are STCs (Small-scale Technology Certificates)?

The STC rebate is part of the federal Renewable Energy Target (RET). When you install an eligible solar system, you earn a set number of STCs based on:

• Your system size (kW)

• Your location (sunlight zone)

• The number of years remaining until 2030 (the scheme’s end date)

Each STC has a market value (typically around $38–$40) and can be traded. Most installers, including Climate Green, apply this as an upfront discount, reducing your installation cost immediately.

Example: In 2025, a 6.6 kW solar system in Melbourne generates about 47 STCs, worth roughly $1,786 off your total cost.

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💰 What Is the Solar Victoria Rebate?

The Solar Victoria rebate is a state government initiative that helps eligible Victorian households further lower their upfront solar costs. It offers:

• Up to $1,400 rebate for solar installations

• An optional interest-free loan (matching the rebate amount), repayable over 4 years

This program is designed to make solar more accessible and affordable for Victorian homeowners.

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🔑 How STCs and the Solar Rebate Work Together

These two incentives come from different programs – federal (STCs) and state (Solar Victoria) – so they can be combined for even greater savings.

Here’s an example breakdown for a 6.6 kW solar system in 2025:

By stacking both rebates, you could reduce your upfront cost by over half.

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🌱 Eligibility Requirements

For STCs (Federal):

• System size under 100 kW

• Installed by a Clean Energy Council (CEC)-accredited installer

• Uses CEC-approved products

For Solar Victoria Rebate (State):

• Property value under $3M

• Combined household taxable income under $210k/year

• Owner-occupied residence (not previously claimed a solar PV rebate)

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✅ Why Act Now?

The STC rebate decreases every year as we approach 2030. Installing your solar system in 2025 locks in a higher rebate than waiting until future years, where you’ll earn fewer STCs and receive a smaller discount.

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🔧 Why Choose Climate Green Melbourne?

As a VEU-accredited and CEC-recognised provider, Climate Green ensures you get:

• Expert solar panel installations with high-quality, approved systems

• Full management of STC and Solar Victoria rebate claims

• Guidance on combining all available incentives for maximum savings

• Reliable, professional service across Melbourne and nearby areas

We handle the entire process so you can enjoy a smooth switch to clean energy.

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📞 Get Started Today!

Yes – you can claim both STCs and the Solar Victoria rebate to dramatically reduce your solar installation costs.

Contact Climate Green Melbourne now and let us help you secure both incentives:
📞 1300 001 690
📧 info@climategreen.com.au
🌐 www.climategreen.com.au

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🌟 Key Takeaway:

Claiming STCs and the Solar Victoria rebate together is the smartest way to maximise your solar savings in 2025. Don’t wait – act now and future-proof your energy costs while cutting your upfront expenses!