Understanding STCs – How Solar Rebates Work

Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) are part of the Australian Government's renewable energy incentive program, designed to help reduce the upfront installation cost of solar panel systems.

How Do STCs Work?

When you install an eligible solar system (under 100kW), it creates a specific number of STCs. The exact amount of certificates generated is calculated based on:

• The size of the solar array (in kilowatts).
• The geographic location (zone) of the installation.
• The solar output rating of the solar panels.

Each STC represents a dollar value in the environmental market. To make the purchase process seamless, most homeowners choose to assign these certificates directly to their solar retailer (like Ozgrid Energy) in exchange for a significant upfront discount on the installation cost.

Ozgrid Energy Handles the Details

Calculating, registering, and trading STCs involves complex paperwork and market registration. At Ozgrid Energy, our administration team handles the entire STC claim process on your behalf, applying the discount directly to your quote so you save money immediately without any administrative hassle.