Solar and batteries

Australia’s renewable energy future

“Australia is a world leader in rooftop solar” with over three million homes and businesses using rooftop solar to help keep costs down. Battery installations are also rising, with seven percent of new systems including battery installations in 2022, according to the Clean Energy Council*.

Reduce your electricity costs with solar and battery

Installing rooftop solar, along with a battery and also participating in a Virtual Power Plant program offers you the ability to take control of your usage, cutting the amount of electricity you use from the electricity grid and reducing your electricity costs.

Further information on how you can finance a solar and battery system and add a VPP is included below.

Buying or financing a solar and battery system

Solar and batteries are now more affordable and accessible than ever.

Innovative financing options offer no-money down solutions, including options where households can arrange finance with monthly payments and also “pay as you go” options with solar and battery systems owned and maintained by a third party.

Adding a VPP to your solar and battery system

A VPP is an innovative network of solar and battery systems. These systems allow groups of homes and businesses to generate and share renewable energy, thereby contributing to a sustainable, cost effective and environmentally friendly future.

Eligible systems can join virtual power plant programs like Diamond Energy’s WattBank VPP. These programs optimize battery charging and discharging automatically, maximizing returns without requiring ongoing household interaction and management.

Benefits of Joining a VPP

Joining a VPP ensures that your solar and battery system works to maximise your returns, whilst supporting a renewable energy future and contributing to grid stability.

Diamond Energy support

As a leading renewable energy generation and retail electricity company, we are committed to supporting you at every step of your journey toward greater energy independence.

Interested in a solar and battery solution?

Our esteemed partners offer a range of different solutions designed to make solar and battery technology accessible to you. These options include partial or no upfront payment alternatives.

Additionally, you can maximise the value of your system by joining one of our VPP solutions.

Factors to consider when choosing a solution that’s right for you:

Electricity Price Trends: Are you concerned about the direction of future electricity prices, whether they’re rising, stable, or declining?
Changes in Electricity Consumption: Do you anticipate changes in your household’s electricity consumption, such as an increase or decrease in the number of occupants or their time spent at home?
Long-Term Residence: Do you plan to reside in your property for an extended period, such as five or more years?
Ownership and Maintenance: Do you prefer to pay upfront and fully own the solar and battery system, including responsibility for ongoing maintenance?Alternatively, do you seek a no upfront payment pay as you go option with maintenance included?

Explore the following options to determine the best fit for your needs.

You can find out more details about each of our growing list of solar and battery solution partners.

NRN: NRN handles the installation and maintenance of the system for several years before transferring ownership to you. Additionally, you can pay as you go and participate in the NRN VPP to secure a long-term, low rate for the electricity you consume from the solar and battery system, along with an extra 10% discount on your grid electricity.

Plenti: Plenti allows you to partially or fully finance your home solar and battery system with monthly payments. You can also receive a rebate and join WATTBANK VPP to enjoy additional rewards.

*Australia Sets New Summer Rooftop Solar Record, Clean Energy Council, March 2023

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