Is it worth getting a battery for my solar panels?

Of course! With advantages such as the ability to lower energy bills, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and provide blackout protection, getting a battery for your existing solar system is indeed pretty much worth it. This applies for both grid-connected and off-grid systems.

Are solar batteries worth it in Victoria?

Absolutely! Considering the many benefits they provide, including lower electricity bills, solar battery storage systems are a great investment regardless of where you are in Australia — not just in Victoria.

What battery should I get for my solar system?

It depends on a range of factors, such as your average daily electricity usage, so it's hard to give a good answer without knowing all the details. Give us a call on 1300 811 031 so we can recommend the best solar battery solution for your solar panel system.

How much is a battery for solar panels in Australia?

We carry a range of top-brand solar battery products and prices start from as low as $7,500. This includes installation. If you find the upfront costs too high, you can get an interest-free loan from the Victorian Government. Enquire today to learn more about your options.

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Solar Batteries Melbourne

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Maximise your energy efficiency, save money and reduce reliance on the local grid.

Solar panels make it possible for homeowners and commercial users to power their premises with clean and green energy. Solar energy harvested by your solar panels can either be consumed immediately, fed back to the grid, or reserved for later use. But if you want to do the latter, you need solar batteries Melbourne.

A solar battery system offers many advantages. Above all, it allows you to get the maximum output from your solar panels by storing excess energy for later use.

Here's a list of the benefits of installing a battery system for your solar panels:

Stores solar energy for use when you need it most, such as during a power outage
Maximises the efficiency of your solar PV panels and lowers your electricity bill
Improves your environmental sustainability and helps mitigate climate change
Opens up a new revenue stream by allowing you to sell excess solar power back to the grid
Improves credibility with your customers who are climate-conscious (for businesses)

If you're interested in getting battery storage for your solar system or are looking to expand your current storage capacity, get in touch with GES Energy. We carry a range of top-brand name products and offer professional installation anywhere in Melbourne.

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Our Solar Battery Storage Solutions

Tesla Powerwall (with built in battery inverter)

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Goodwe hybrid inverter and solar battery solutions

C & I Energy Storage Systems

Store energy with the safest, longest-lasting, and low-cost batteries available per MWh for commercial and industrial (C&I) applications.

Tesla Commercial Solar Energy Storage Battery

Tesla Commercial Battery

The Tesla Commercial Battery is a fully integrated all-in-one energy storage solution that can be customised to meet your needs and increase your energy savings. Additional controls help increase sustainable energy generation. GES Energy is an authorised Tesla Commercial Battery installer.

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EVO Power Products

EVO Power offers a range of turnkey BESS solutions for C&I applications, starting from 250kWh to mWh. All EVO Power systems come with advanced software solutions that make managing excess solar power and maximising solar energy savings a whole lot easier.

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ALPHA ESS C&I Batteries

Alpha ESS offers C&I energy storage solutions, starting from 30kWh up to 30+mWh. They are best suited for PV self-consumption and backup power, off-grid applications, micro-grid systems, and other large-scale applications.

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Solar Battery Loans For Homes IN MELBOURNE

Homeowners in Melbourne can now access interest-free loans of up to $8,800 for installing a solar battery system through Victoria’s Solar Homes Program. These loans help reduce upfront costs and are repaid in monthly installments over four years.

To qualify for a solar battery loan, you must:

Be the owner-occupier of an existing property where the battery system will be installed.
Have a combined household taxable income of all owners below $210,000 per year.
Own a property valued at under $3 million.
Ensure the property has not previously received a solar battery rebate.
Have an existing solar panel system with an inverter capacity of at least 5kW, or install one alongside the battery system.
Install a battery energy storage solution with a capacity of at least 6kWh, listed on Solar Victoria’s approved battery product list.
Not have an existing energy storage system in place.
Obtain pre-approval from your Distributed Network Service Provider (DNSP) to connect the battery to the grid.
Agree to receive information from the DNSP regarding participation in battery trials to maximize benefits.

Note: The loan is not available for homes under construction.

Application Process

Assess your household energy usage and budget for a solar battery.
Research product options using Solar Victoria’s Battery Buyers Guide.
Consult an authorized solar retailer.
Ensure your retailer obtains pre-approval to connect to the grid.
Request a written quote, which your retailer will upload to the Solar Victoria portal.
Receive confirmation from Solar Victoria that your quote has been uploaded.
Submit eligibility documents via the portal.
Complete financial and credit checks.
Await loan approval and receive your QR code.
Install the solar battery system within 120 days.
Pay the difference between the total cost and loan amount to the retailer.
Begin repaying the loan in monthly installments over four years.

How GES Energy Can Help

Design, Install, and Maintain – GES Energy specialises in designing, installing, commissioning, and maintaining solar battery systems for residential customers.
Feasibility Assessments – We help determine if battery storage is a viable investment for your home.
Loan Pre-Approval Support – Our team will check your eligibility and assist in processing your interest-free loan application.

Join a VPP to Harness the Full Potential of Your Solar Power System

Solar generation allows you to lower your monthly utility costs, but participating in a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) lets you maximise your energy savings even further. More than 700,000 Victorian households are already using solar to power their homes and drive down energy costs. By joining a VPP, you can generate your own electricity, store it in a solar battery, and sell excess energy to providers when demand on the main grid is high.

What Is a VPP?

VPP, or a virtual power plant, enables consumers to reduce their bills by avoiding peak demand tariffs, as well as generating extra revenue by selling their electricity.

It is a cloud-based network of residential solar power systems that are operated by a centralised smart control mechanism. One of the program's main objectives is to help stabilise the grid during times of need. Eligibility to participate in a VPP depends on the type of solar battery that a consumer has.

Discovery Energy VPP

Discovery Energy Virtual Power Plant (VPP) enables solar consumers to make the most out of their solar power systems. It uses 3 key pieces of proprietary software to help solar users maximise results.

Solar Battery Melbourne FAQs

Is it worth getting a battery for my solar panels?

Of course! With advantages such as the ability to lower energy bills, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and provide blackout protection, getting a battery for your existing solar system is indeed pretty much worth it. This applies for both grid-connected and off-grid systems.
Are solar batteries worth it in Victoria?

Absolutely! Considering the many benefits they provide, including lower electricity bills, solar battery storage systems are a great investment regardless of where you are in Australia — not just in Victoria.
What battery should I get for my solar system?

It depends on a range of factors, such as your average daily electricity usage, so it's hard to give a good answer without knowing all the details. Give us a call on 1300 811 031 so we can recommend the best solar battery solution for your solar panel system.
How much is a battery for solar panels in Australia?

We carry a range of top-brand solar battery products and prices start from as low as $7,500. This includes installation. If you find the upfront costs too high, you can get an interest-free loan from the Victorian Government. Enquire today to learn more about your options.