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Big News for Australian Households!

The Albanese Government has just unveiled a landmark commitment that could make it significantly easier and cheaper for families to install home solar batteries.  

If re-elected, the government plans to roll out the National Battery Booster Program, which will offer a generous rebate per kilowatt-hour (kWh) on the cost of eligible home battery systems. 

This announcement is a significant leap forward in Australia’s clean energy journey, and it has the potential to benefit millions of homes already using solar – and even more who are considering the switch.   

What is the National Battery Booster Program?

The National Battery Booster Program is designed to make solar batteries more accessible to everyday Australians by reducing upfront costs through a government-funded rebate.  

While the exact rebate value per kWh is yet to be finalised, the intention is clear: to make it more affordable for homeowners to store the energy they generate from their solar systems and use it when it’s most needed. 

This smart move aligns with Australia’s long-term climate goals and addresses rising concerns over electricity prices and energy security.  

Why a Home Battery Makes Sense Now More Than Ever

Home solar batteries are “the missing link” in Australia’s solar revolution. Over 4 million Australian homes now have solar panels – but only a small percentage have a battery to store excess power for later use. 

Without a battery, much of the solar power generated during the day is sent back to the grid, often for a low feed-in tariff.  

Then, in the evening when households use more power, they have to buy electricity from the grid, often at higher rates—installing a home battery bridges this gap. 

Here’s what a battery lets you do: 

  • Use that stored energy during peak usage times (usually at night) 
  • Reduce reliance on the grid 
  • Avoid high electricity prices 
  • Gain energy independence  

How Much Do Solar Batteries Cost?

The cost of home battery systems in Australia varies, depending on the size and brand. On average: 

  • A small battery (around 5 kWh) can cost between $4,000 and $8,000 
  • Larger systems (10 kWh and above) can go up to $15,000 or more 
  • Most batteries come with a 10-year warranty, making them a reliable long-term investment 

With the incoming rebate under the Battery Booster Program, these prices could drop significantly, putting energy storage within reach for many more Australian families.  

Government Regulations and Safety Standards

Not all batteries are created equal, and not all installers are certified to work with them. That’s why this program comes with strict safety and quality guidelines: 

  • Only batteries that have been assessed and approved by the Clean Energy Regulator will be eligible 
  • Installations must be completed by licensed electricians who have undergone certified battery installation training 
  • This ensures that households are not only getting cost-effective energy storage but also safe and high-performing systems.  

What This Means for You

If you’ve been considering upgrading your solar setup or adding a battery to your home, this is the perfect time to act.  

Whether you already have solar panels or are starting fresh, the National Battery Booster Program could help you: 

  • Significantly reduce your energy bills 
  • Increase the value and sustainability of your home 
  • Take control of your energy use 
  • Protect yourself from future price hikes  

How Can Cyanergy Help?

New Battery Rebate

At Cyanergy, we’ve helped thousands of Australians switch to smarter, more sustainable energy systems. We offer a range of high-quality solar batteries tailored to different household sizes and budgets. 

Our team of experienced energy consultants and CEC-accredited installers are here to help you: 

  • Navigate the rebate process when the program launches 
  • Ensure proper and safe installation 
  • Maximise your long-term energy savings 

Every home is different, and the best system for you depends on your energy usage, solar capacity, and long-term goals. We consider all that and provide expert recommendations every step of the way.  

Next Steps

The Battery Booster Program is set to roll out if the Albanese Government gets re-elected, so it’s wise to start preparing now. 

  • Want to know what kind of battery system fits your home?   
  • Need help understanding potential savings?   
  • Curious about how to qualify for the rebate? 

We’ve got you covered. 

Contact us for a free consultation.   

Visit us at: www.cyanergy.com.au  

Learn more about the program: Smart Energy Council: Battery Booster Program.  

Things to Consider

All home batteries must be approved by the Clean Energy Regulator and listed on the Approved Products List. 

Installation must be carried out by licensed electricians certified to work with batteries.  

Talk to the Experts

Every home is different – and so is every battery solution. That’s where we come in. At Cyanergy, our energy experts can help you find the best battery system for your needs and ensure you maximise this new rebate opportunity. 

Talk to an expert or get a free quote  

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New ACORE Investor Survey Report Kicks Off 2026 Finance Forum

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New York City, NY –  A new report from ACORE shows that clean energy investors and developers largely plan to increase their investments in 2026 but cite policy, regulatory, and interconnection uncertainty as the biggest risks to their investment strategy after this year.  

In its Navigating Uncertainty: Clean Energy Investment Trends (2026-2029) report, ACORE shares market sentiment analysis gathered from surveys of 36 leaders at U.S. and multinational companies that invested billions in the U.S. clean energy market in 2025.

Topline takeaways from the report include:

  • Respondents identified federal regulatory and policy risks and interconnection uncertainty and costs as the top risks facing clean energy investments. 
  • Capital providers continue to view utility-scale solar and energy storage as the two most attractive clean energy technologies for investment.  
  • Despite declining attractiveness of the U.S. as a venue for clean energy investment compared to previous years, respondents said they plan to develop and finance more American clean energy projects in 2026 than they did in 2025. 
  • Policy and investment uncertainty clouds the trajectory post-2026, with the potential for additional roadblocks to financing and developing clean energy infrastructure. 

This report complements the Clean Energy Investment Trends report released last month that S&P Global prepared for ACORE.  

“ACORE’s recent reports highlight a common thread: the U.S. clean energy sector remains capitalized and ready to help deliver electricity reliability and affordability for American consumers,” said ACORE President and CEO Ray Long. “Our sector is thriving and poised to meet this moment of significant electricity demand growth, but investors and developers need policy certainty to deliver on this critical infrastructure for American energy security.”

ACORE released the report at its annual Finance Forum in New York City today and discussed the takeaways during the opening panel with ACORE Senior Vice President for Policy Lesley Hunter, Avangrid CEO Jose Antonio Miranda, and S&P Global CERA Consulting Director Christopher Wilfong.

Please email communications@acore.org if you’d like to view the recording of the first panel or set up an interview with ACORE about the report. Register here to tune in to the other panels. 

ACORE will host a member-only webinar to discuss both reports on May 21, 2026. Learn more about becoming an ACORE member here.  

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About ACORE:
ACORE is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that operates at the intersection of affordability, reliability, and clean energy deployment. Our work is focused on stabilizing energy prices, strengthening the electric grid, and driving investment in cost-effective technologies to ensure that clean energy delivers for people, businesses, and the U.S. economy.

ACORE’s membership includes clean energy investors, developers, energy buyers, power generators, manufacturers, and energy providers.  In 2024, nearly 80% of the booming utility-scale domestic clean energy growth was financed, developed, owned, equipped, or contracted by ACORE members.

Media Contacts:

Chris Higginbotham 
higginbotham@acore.org  
 
Sophie Stover 
communications@acore.org 

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As shown at left, we still have judges who are fighting to prevent the United States from becoming a fascist nation.

I remain amazed that there aren’t more deaths associated with masked ICE agents attempting to arrest people, especially in their homes.  Imagine this:

An American, say John Doe, has a loaded shotgun in his home office closet, where he’s writing blog posts, or whatever.

A masked man, visibly armed, with no warrant for his arrest rings the doorbell and tells his wife who’s answered the door, that he’s there for John.

John overhears the conversation, takes his gun, walks down the hallway, swings around toward the front door, and puts a hole in the intruder’s chest the size of a grapefruit.

Again, I can’t imagine why there isn’t more blood spurting out of the bodies of masked terrorist thugs operating illegally.

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Ayn Rand Is No Longer a “Thing” — Here’s Why

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A reader asks:

Isn’t it time for the Libertarians to cast aside the whole myth of objectivism championed by Ayn Rand? She said we should be realists, so let’s be real and see her for who she really was … a women who when she got sick, and push came to shove, cashed the checks.

To put this into perspective, Ayn Rand:

Was a considerable “thing” in the mid-20th Century.  I was one of millions of young people who read “Atlas Shrugged” and “The Fountainhead,” and accepted libertarianism at the time.

Her way of thinking evaporated, for most of us anyway, when we realized that unbridled greed was eventually going to cause the demise of humankind on this planet.

The actual root cause of this demise was unclear, but as the years passed, environmental collapse became the prime suspect.  Rich people obviously couldn’t care less about climate change, ocean acidification, loss of biodiversity, or desertification.

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