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[VIC] 4.8kwh Solar Storage Battery & Smart Hybrid Inverter for existing 5kW Solar Systems $2,679* @ Eko Energy (Select Areas)

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[VIC] 4.8kwh Solar Storage Battery & Smart Hybrid Inverter for existing 5kW Solar Systems $2,679* @ Eko Energy (Select Areas)
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Associatedekoenergy on 01/11/2019 - 22:52 solar.vic.gov.au (184 clicks)
Last edited 02/11/2019 - 11:58

Disclaimer: I work for www.ekoenergy.co

The Victorian Government (Solar Victoria) has defined a list of postcodes that are eligible for a battery rebate of up to $4,838. For more info - https://www.solar.vic.gov.au/solar-battery-rebate.

To be eligible for this rebate 3 of the main criteria are:

  • You already have solar PV panels installed with a capacity equal to or greater than 5kWs
  • You haven't already claimed any rebates from Solar Victoria
  • Sits within one of the 104 eligible postcodes as identified by Solar Victoria:

3023 3024 3027 3029
3030 3038 3048 3059
3063 3064 3106 3116
3140 3173 3179 3180
3211 3212 3216 3217
3218 3222 3223 3224
3225 3226 3227 3228
3321 3328 3329 3330
3331 3332 3333 3335
3337 3338 3340 3351
3352 3377 3427 3428
3429 3430 3431 3432
3433 3434 3435 3437
3438 3442 3467 3515
3551 3556 3658 3690
3750 3752 3753 3754
3755 3756 3757 3758
3762 3764 3807 3809
3810 3812 3813 3814
3815 3816 3818 3820
3821 3822 3878 3880
3922 3923 3925 3936
3939 3941 3942 3943
3944 3975 3977 3978
3979 3981 3984 3990
3991 3992 3995 3996

If after checking the full eligibility criteria listed on https://www.solar.vic.gov.au/solar-battery-rebate and you believe you are eligible, www.ekoenergy.co are offering a Tier 1, Clean Energy Council (CEC) Approved 4.8kWh battery comprising:

• 5kW Redback Smart Hybrid inverter with 10 Year Warranty - https://redbacktech.com/homeowner-small-business/
• 4.8kWh PylonTech Battery that stores excess solar power not used during the day to use at night & provides backup power in case of grid blackouts. Comes with a 7^ Year Warranty - http://www.pylontech.com.cn/about.aspx
• Starting Price From $2,679*

Battery Storage is expandable to take up to 11.8kWh.

You can also take advantage of EnergyAustralia's PowerResponse - Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Program, where you get a $1000 credit on your bill once your Redback system is fitted and sign up with EnergyAustralia for your electricity. Plus EnergyAustralia will credit you a further $20 per PowerResponse event (minimum of 6 events to a max. of 20 events per year) - More info - https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3425759/PowerResponse%20V2.pd…

New Battery regulations are likely to be introduced in early 2020, which based on industry sources are predicting up to an additional $1500 cost added to battery installs. We are finding those that are aware of this are deciding to install a battery before these new regulations come into force as it's not a retrospective legislation on already installed battery systems. More info here - https://onestepoffthegrid.com.au/battery-industry-braces-for…

*This offer is inclusive of the means-tested Victorian Governments battery rebate of up to $4,838. You can bring this price down further to effectively $2,679 if you take up EnergyAustralia's PowerResponse program detailed above.

^Standard PylonTech Battery Warranty is 5 Years, when registered you get an additional 2 Years, totalling 7 Years.

For reviews of eko energy - https://www.solarquotes.com.au/installer-review/eko-energy/

For more info or any questions feel free to email me on [email protected] or to discuss your interest in a battery solution over the phone, feel free to book in a convenient time here - https://info.ekoenergy.co/meetings/kez-hassan1

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  • SirDale on 01/11/2019 - 22:56
    +1

    …what if my postcode is - now stay with me here - an anagram of the postcodes listed?

    Could I get an anagram of the rebate? Perhaps $8843? I'd happily settle for $3488 though.

    SirDale on 01/11/2019 - 22:56 (Collapsed - Offtopic. Show)
  • petry on 01/11/2019 - 23:02

    in WA all the pollies including the Wa greens like coal - except when its used to heat homes…that's not healthy…

  • jrt2020 on 01/11/2019 - 23:04
    +1

    If we already claimed rebate for solar installation can we again claim for battery ?

    • Associatedekoenergy @ Solar Victoria: Solar Homes Program on 01/11/2019 - 23:05

      unfortunately not, you can only claim ONE rebate through www.solar.vic.gov.au

    • tunzafun001 on 02/11/2019 - 10:21

      Hmmm, so just about everyone is excluded (except maybe those who bought a house with solar already on it), meanwhile the person who moved away to a house without solar can just go back to burning coal in the corner. Well done government.. Well done!

      P.S. wasting your one crack at a rebate on this tiny battery… Pass.

  • mouski on 01/11/2019 - 23:05
    +1

    What if you already have a battery compatible inverter? Can get just batteries and rebate or have to take whole package.

    • Associatedekoenergy @ Solar Victoria: Solar Homes Program on 01/11/2019 - 23:07

      What is the make, model and capacity of your inverter? I can check if its compatible with an alternative battery we can supply & install.

      • mouski on 01/11/2019 - 23:13
        +1

        Ah nvm, I cannot claim as per above

  • ozultimate on 01/11/2019 - 23:17
    +1

    I have 4.94 kw panels and 5kw inverter am i eligible?

    • Associatedekoenergy @ Solar Victoria: Solar Homes Program on 01/11/2019 - 23:20

      Good question, I will ask my contact at Solar Victoria for you and get back to you. Alternatively you can reach out to Solar Victoria directly here https://www.solar.vic.gov.au/connect-with-us

    • ialam99 on 08/11/2019 - 22:27
      +1

      Why don't you add a few more panels as part of the install to get above the 5kw criteria?

      • Associatedekoenergy @ Solar Victoria: Solar Homes Program on 10/11/2019 - 22:54

        That’s possible, depending on the inverter and setup.

    • Associatedekoenergy @ Solar Victoria: Solar Homes Program on 10/11/2019 - 22:53
      +1

      Solar Victoria have recently confirmed you’d be eligible. I’ve just sent you a PM. Feel free to contact me as per above if you’d like more details.

  • coxymla on 02/11/2019 - 00:12
    +1

    5 unit battery
    In an absolutely perfect world, you charge it up fully every day and deplete it fully every evening.
    That saves you $1/day
    2679 / 365 = 7.3 years payback

    • mps41 on 02/11/2019 - 00:48
      +1

      At least it is realistic to fully charge and discharge virtually every day with that size battery, and you can potentially get some extra money from the VPP angle, The reality is that unlike solar, nobody should expect a huge payback from installing any residential battery even with large rebates. At least you should make some money back eventually with this one.

      What would help are non-monetary benefits like being usable in a blackout. Is that possible with this battery? If so does it cost more to install it in a way that allows this?

      • guidedlight on 02/11/2019 - 06:58

        You can't use the battery in a blackout. Grid-tied solar systems always require the grid itself to provide the AC sync. To use a battery in a blackout, my understanding is that you would need to be off-the-grid altogether.

        • bg on 02/11/2019 - 07:24
          +2

          That’s not true. A Tesla powerwall will operate in a blackout with any inverter. For other battery brands, will need the appropriate inverter installed. Just be clear with the installer what you need/want. You do not need to be totally of the grid, at all times.

        • rmh on 02/11/2019 - 09:29
          +1

          From the brochure it says it provides Uninterruptible power "*When DC-coupled, backup circuit is connected and solar or battery energy is available. Appliances selected at the time of install."

        • tunzafun001 on 02/11/2019 - 10:32

          Perhaps the "blackout" inverter has a small battery inside, or a separate add on to provide the 50hz signal. Would also need to disconnect itself from the grid if the blackout is due to an accident/ wires down. You normally pay extra for this feature.

          • bg on 02/11/2019 - 10:51

            @tunzafun001: I’m far from an expert, just a consumer… but you are right, the correct inverter/battery set up will disconnect the system from the main grid temporarily. Since pay back time is so long for the cost of the battery, a definite bonus to look into.

          • Associatedekoenergy @ Solar Victoria: Solar Homes Program on 02/11/2019 - 11:46

            @tunzafun001: Blackout capability is a standard feature built in to Redback systems.

        • Associatedekoenergy @ Solar Victoria: Solar Homes Program on 02/11/2019 - 11:44

          The Redback battery has an islanding feature as standard built-in so allows power to flow to the house in the event of a blackout from the battery only. As soon as the battery depletes then you lose power. When we wire in a battery we determine with you what "essential services" you need running in the event of a blackout. For most people, these include fridge/freezer, Wifi, Some light & power circuit, garage door, etc.

      • tunzafun001 on 02/11/2019 - 10:28
        +2

        Full charge / discharge cycles are bad for lithium batteries. Its unlikely to last 7 years.

        As for making a warranty claim, good luck. The installing company will no longer exist and the manufacturer will blame them for installing it wrong.

        Better off buying a bigger battery and use the middle. It will last longer (make sure you mount it in a cool spot).

      • Associatedekoenergy @ Solar Victoria: Solar Homes Program on 02/11/2019 - 11:37

        @mps41 Yes the Redback Battery is usable in a blackout and there is no additional cost for this blackout protection. Its a standard feature built into the Redback.

        (sorry I dont know how to tag a user in Ozbargain, can anyone advise me?)

  • Manny Calavera on 02/11/2019 - 11:03

    I don’t understand why they limited the battery grant to the boonies.

  • rmh on 02/11/2019 - 12:48

    Hi Kez, If I already have a 5KW Fronius single phase inverter (Primo), would the Redback replace the inverter altogether or work in line with it? If it's in line, would it show the battery level within the Solarweb app? I'm guessing not… I would have to use the MyRedback app for this right?

    • Associatedekoenergy @ Solar Victoria: Solar Homes Program on 02/11/2019 - 12:54
      +1

      Hi rmh, your Fronius inverter would remain as is and the Redback would work in line with it. The Fronius SolarWeb will show you what your solar system is producing. Battery level would be on the MyRedback app. For more info on the MyRedback app feel free to contact Redback directly - https://redbacktech.com/contact/

  • 0FoxGiven on 02/11/2019 - 13:55

    There is that 180k or less household income criteria :@

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