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Small Scale Technology Certificates

The Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme creates a financial incentive for individuals and businesses to install eligible small-scale renewable energy systems such as solar panel systems, small-scale wind systems, small-scale hydro systems, solar water heaters and air source heat pumps.
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STCs Batteries
STCs Batteries
Small Scale Technology Certificates (STCs) - Batteries

The Federal Labor Party Government has announced the Cheaper Home Batteries Program during the lead up to the Federal Election held 3rd May 2025. Now they have won the election for the second term it is now expected the program will commence 1st July 2025. Whilst there is little detail about the scheme, here is what we know so far.
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PRCs
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Peak Reduction Certificates (PRCs)

The Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS) is a NSW-based energy demand reduction scheme. From 1 November 2024 the Store and Shift method will commence for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The PDRS was established to reduce peak electricity demand and pressure on the electricity network in NSW.
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Adding modules to stackable system may eligible for STCs

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source:  CER

Modules being adding to existing stackable systems are eligible for STCs

Stackable battery systems are modules of battery cells that can be ‘stacked’ together without external wiring. 

These modules are normally topped with an inverter, control unit or other component that helps the stack work as a single unit. 

Adding battery modules to a stackable battery system is a normal practice and can be safe as long as the work is undertaken safely and manufacturer’s requirements and Australian Standards are met.

STCs can be claimed for new battery modules added to an existing stackable battery system where:

  • both final configuration of the stackable battery system is on the CEC’s approved product list at the date of certification. If the battery management module, or another component no longer matches the current approved product, then the system is ineligible.
  • the SAA accredited installer completes the installation and re-certifies the entire system, including the connection to the electrical installation, as safe, compliant and meeting all requirements. The installer is expected to identify and upgrade if any parts of the existing system required. There may be other jurisdictional requirements installers need to comply with such as inspections or notifications to Distribution Network Service Providers.
  • the additional modules and existing system are compatible in all ways and are within manufacturer specifications to add modules in that way.

Any non-compliance of the final system, identified through a CER inspection or other means, will be considered the responsibility of the accredited installer or designer as appropriate. This applies to non-compliance for both added and existing components. 

Entering STC claims

When entering STC claims for stackable battery systems in REC Registry, you must:

  • record the make and model of the solar battery as its now installed and as listed on the CEC product list
  • add a solar battery’ for each new battery module
  • record the serial numbers of each new battery module
  • record the nominal power output for the new battery modules only (not the entire system)
  • record the usable power output for the new battery modules only (not the entire system)
  • record the nominal capacity of the existing system (before you added the new modules) in the additional system information section.

STCs can only be claimed for new battery modules that are added. Claiming the whole capacity of the expanded battery system may be considered fraud or making false and misleading statements to the Commonwealth.

Agents are also required to confirm details and eligibility of the STCs they are creating. Form more information go to link