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Contact Us →How a 5kW solar system fills a 13.5kWh battery each month
78% of battery charging from solar
In winter months, grid charging tops up your battery. With the right energy plan, you can charge during off-peak periods at very low rates - or even free.
Monthly averages based on typical weather. Cloudy days and seasonal variation mean some days will need grid top-up to fully charge your battery. Assumes ~35% of daily usage (5 kWh) during solar hours.
Tasmania is already nearly 100% renewable via hydro, so batteries here primarily provide backup power and time-of-use savings.
Hobart is served by TasNetworks. With 3.8 average daily sun hours, a well-sized battery system can significantly reduce grid dependence and electricity costs.
Hobart residents qualify for the Cheaper Home Batteries Program:
Tasmania's Energy Saver Loan Scheme closed on 1 September 2025 after exhausting its $62M funding. Only the federal rebate is available.
Yes, but for different reasons. Tasmania's lower solar yields mean longer payback, but batteries provide valuable backup during Basslink outages and capture time-of-use savings. ROI is typically 8-12 years.