ACT Government Programs
ACT Homeowner Rebates & Low-Interest Loans
ACT homeowners may be eligible for battery rebates, sustainable upgrade rebates, and low-interest loans across three government programs. Poly Engineering helps you check eligibility and guide the application.
Check Your Eligibility
Up to $5,000
Home Energy Support Rebate
Up to $20,000
Sustainable Household Loan
Up to $3,500
Battery Storage Rebate
Terms below reflect the scheme rules current as of September 2026. These ACT Government programs are updated periodically — always confirm the latest figures at climatechoices.act.gov.au or with our team before applying.
Home Energy Support
Up to $5,000
- Rebate covers up to half the cost of eligible upgrades
- For eligible concession card holders
- Covers ceiling insulation, solar panels, and switching from gas to efficient electric appliances
- Can be combined with a Sustainable Household Scheme loan
Sustainable Household Scheme
Up to $20,000
- Loans from $2,000 to $20,000 (increased from $15,000 on 1 July 2026)
- 3% interest for general applicants; zero-interest for eligible concession card holders
- Up to 10 years to repay, no upfront fees
- Standard solar loans no longer available — solar loans remain for concession card holders only
Next Gen Energy Storage
Up to $3,500
- Rebate is $3,500 (ex. GST) or 50% of the battery price — whichever is lower
- Applied directly to your quote through an approved retailer
- Poly Engineering can guide you through the process
Rooftop Solar Panels
Home Battery Storage
Reverse Cycle Heating & Cooling
Hot Water Heat Pumps
Ceiling Insulation
Electric Stove Tops
EV Charging Infrastructure
Eligibility Check
Tell us your property type and situation — we confirm which programs apply.
Choose Your Upgrade
We recommend the right solar, battery or energy-efficient product for your home.
Rebate & Loan Support
We help apply the rebate and connect you with the right finance provider.
Professional Install
Our SAA-accredited team installs your system to a high standard.
SAA Accredited & Licensed
Fully licensed design and installation, compliant with Australian standards.
We Help With the Paperwork
Rebate and loan applications — we guide you through each step.
Transparent Pricing
Free, obligation-free quotes. No hidden fees.
Can I combine the rebate with the loan?
Eligible concession card holders can generally combine a Home Energy Support rebate with a Sustainable Household Scheme loan. We'll confirm exactly what applies to your situation.
Can I still get a loan for solar panels?
Standard Sustainable Household Scheme loans no longer cover solar panels. Solar loans remain available specifically for eligible concession card holders.
What's the interest rate on the Sustainable Household Scheme loan?
General applicants currently pay 3% interest. Eligible concession card holders may still access zero-interest loans under the Home Energy Support Program.
How does the battery rebate work?
Under the Next Gen Energy Storage Program, the rebate is applied directly to your quote by an approved retailer — you don't need to claim it separately afterwards.
I live just outside the ACT — am I eligible?
These ACT programs apply to ACT properties only. If you're just across the border in NSW, you won't be eligible for the ACT schemes, but a comparable NSW incentive may apply instead — contact us and we'll point you in the right direction.
