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Cheap batteries pledge powers Labor re-election push

Last updated: April 5, 2025 6:55 pm
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Labor’s Latest Energy Policy: Thousands Off Household Batteries for Australian Homeowners

Labor is making a bold move to win over voters by offering significant discounts on household batteries in Australia. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a plan that could save households up to $A4000 or 30% on the cost of installing a typical energy-storage battery. If re-elected on May 3, the initiative will come into effect on July 1.

Households with solar panels can benefit from batteries by storing excess energy during the day and using it at night. According to government analysis, a regular household could save up to $A2300 per year – a 90% reduction in their energy bill if they take advantage of the incentive to purchase a new solar and battery system. Existing rooftop solar households could save up to $A1100 annually.

Labor’s focus on reducing energy prices aims to alleviate the cost of living, following a previous unsuccessful attempt to lower bills by $A275 in the 2022 election. The battery subsidies complement the existing scheme to reduce solar installation costs and include promises of extended power bill rebates and a $A1 billion fund to upgrade to energy-efficient appliances.

The government estimates that the subsidies will cost taxpayers $A2.3 billion and drive battery sales to one million by 2030. Business owners and community organizations can also benefit from the battery subsidies. Independent MP Helen Haines and the Clean Energy Council have welcomed the initiative as a significant cost-of-living measure.

Despite the subsidy, the upfront cost of purchasing a battery remains a barrier for many households, averaging around $A14,000. The opposition has not confirmed whether they will match the policy, with concerns raised about the affordability and effectiveness of the scheme.

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In contrast, Labor has criticized the coalition’s nuclear energy plan, estimating it will cost $A5.7 billion annually in interest over the next decade. The debate over energy policies continues, with both parties presenting competing visions for Australia’s energy future.

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