Australia Adds 2GWh Home Batteries Powering 100,000 Homes in 4 Months

The Australian federal government's Cheaper Home Batteries program has successfully installed home battery systems in over 100,000 households, adding 2 gigawatt-hours of storage capacity within just four months and increasing Australia's home battery capacity by more than 50%. This surge has been critical in a nation with the highest rooftop solar penetration globally, enabling households to significantly reduce energy bills by storing surplus solar energy, particularly benefiting outer suburban and regional communities. Areas such as Rouse Hill, Kellyville, and the federal electorate of Greenway have seen the highest uptake, with many households cutting monthly bills drastically. The program is part of a broader government plan to create a cleaner, fairer, and more reliable energy system, supporting Australia's transition towards renewable energy. South Australia leads nationally in battery uptake, aided by the federal subsidy that lowers battery costs by around 30%, which has driven a near 300% increase in inquiries for battery installations. Officials emphasize that this growth in battery storage not only cuts emissions but also helps stabilize the power grid and supports state targets for 100% renewable energy.