WA Residential Battery Scheme: How You Could Save Thousands on Home Batteries

Author: Lance Wiggers

For many WA homeowners, solar panels have already been a game-changer. But what about storing all that free energy for later? That’s where solar batteries come in—and thanks to the new WA Residential Battery Scheme, adding a battery to your home has just become much more affordable.

At iBreeze, we’ve been helping families across Mandurah, Rockingham, and surrounding areas take control of their energy bills with solar solutions that really make a difference. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your system or future-proofing your home, this guide will walk you through how the rebate works, who’s eligible, and why now’s the perfect time to act.

What’s the WA Residential Battery Scheme All About?

Imagine this: your home is quietly powering itself—even after the sun’s gone down. That’s the beauty of a home battery system. But for a lot of families, the upfront cost has always been the sticking point.

That’s where the WA Residential Battery Scheme steps in.

Set to launch on or before 1 July 2025, this rebate and loan program is designed to make home batteries accessible for more households across WA. It’s part of the state’s big-picture plan to ease pressure on the power grid and support the shift to renewable energy.

The scheme is open to around 100,000 WA homes, giving everyday homeowners a genuine chance to save.

What Could You Save?

Let’s get straight to the numbers—because that’s what everyone really wants to know.

The Rebate Breakdown:

Synergy customers: Up to $5,000 in combined rebates
Horizon Power customers: Up to $7,500 in combined rebates

The rebate is linked to your battery size:

$130 per kWh for Synergy customers (up to $1,300)
$380 per kWh for Horizon Power customers (up to $3,800)

For most homes, a 10kWh system will get you the full rebate.

Interest-Free Loans:

If your combined household income is under $210,000 a year, you can also apply for an interest-free loan of up to $10,000—repayable over 10 years. This can cover:

Solar batteries
New or upgraded inverters
Additional solar panels (if installed with the battery)

This setup makes it easier for families to upgrade without the big upfront hit.

Who’s Eligible?

There are a few important boxes to tick:

Timing: Batteries must be installed after the scheme officially launches.
Approved Installers: You need to use approved equipment and a qualified installer (the approved list is coming soon).
VPP Participation: You must join a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program to access the rebate and loan.

At iBreeze, we’ll make sure you’re fully covered—approved products, proper paperwork, and step-by-step support.

What’s a Virtual Power Plant (VPP)?

Think of a Virtual Power Plant as a neighbourhood energy team. When you join a VPP, your home battery can store solar power and send it back to the grid when it’s most needed—like on hot summer afternoons when everyone’s air con is blasting.

Here’s why it’s a win-win:

You get paid for sharing energy.
You help stabilise the WA power grid.
You support the state’s clean energy transition.

For Synergy customers, the VPP option is the Battery Rewards program. For Horizon Power customers, it’s Community Wave.

Joining a VPP isn’t optional—it’s part of the rebate requirements.

Join a VPP

Why Act Now?

Solar batteries are getting cheaper, but they’re still a major investment. The WA Residential Battery Scheme makes it a lot more manageable.

Why it’s worth considering:

Slash your power bills even further.
Store your own solar energy for night-time use.
Protect your home from power outages.
Lock in savings before energy prices climb higher.

The scheme will generate plenty of interest, so getting ahead of the crowd now can help you move quickly once applications open.

A Smarter Way to Power Your Home

Adding a solar battery isn’t just about saving money—it’s about getting more from the solar power your home is already producing. Some families are keen to store more of their own energy, others are looking to rely less on the grid, and many are ready to tap into the government support now available.

Our friendly team at iBreeze has worked with homeowners across Mandurah, Rockingham, and surrounding areas to design battery setups that actually fit their homes, their energy use, and their budgets.

Let’s Talk About What’s Possible

The WA Residential Battery Scheme is now open, and we’re already helping local families make the most of the rebates and interest-free loans on offer.

If you’re curious about how a solar battery could work in your home—or if you’d simply like to check your eligibility—our friendly team is ready to help you get started. Feel free to reach out to us anytime if you’d like to talk through your options.

Lance Wiggers

Lance Wiggers is the founder and managing director of iBreeze, having started the company back in 2016. His expertise spreads across air conditioning services, solar power and wood heating to provide customers with a more comfortable living or working space. Lance's tailored approach means he always chooses the solution best for your specific situation. You might have the pleasure of dealing with Lance as your first point of contact when you enquire with the iBreeze team!