People search brand by brand, so here they are on one page. We deliberately do not say “yes, all models” for any brand, because that is not how the list works. Each brand has had models approved, and each brand has models that are not.
Why brand answers can mislead
The Clean Energy Council list approves specific models and, in some cases, specific pairings with an inverter. The program also requires the product to be VPP capable. A brand can have an approved home battery and an unapproved commercial or older model. Check the exact model number on the invoice against the list on the day you buy and again on the install date. See how to check the list.
Brand by brand
Tesla Powerwall 3. Powerwall 3 is marketed in Australia under the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, and it is a 13.5 kWh usable battery with an integrated inverter, so the pairing question is covered by the product. Confirm the current listing.
Sungrow. Sungrow sells several battery lines, usually paired with its hybrid inverters. The pairing matters for approval.
BYD. BYD’s home batteries are sold as modules that stack into different capacities, so the usable capacity you install is the figure to use.
AlphaESS. AlphaESS sells integrated storage systems in several sizes. Check each size and inverter pairing separately.
Sigenergy. Sigenergy sells modular systems with a hybrid inverter. As with BYD, usable capacity depends on how many modules are installed.
GoodWe. GoodWe sells batteries paired with its hybrid inverters, and approval is per combination.
Enphase. Enphase batteries are AC-coupled units that work with its microinverters. Capacity is built from units, so the total usable kWh is what counts.
Fronius. Fronius sells batteries designed for its own hybrid inverters. Confirm the pairing in the listing.
Huawei. Huawei sells modular batteries with a hybrid inverter. Approval depends on the specific model.
How much rebate does each brand earn?
The same, for the same usable capacity and install date. At the 6.8 factor (May to December 2026), with the first 14 kWh at 100%, 14 to 28 kWh at 60% and 28 to 50 kWh at 15%:
| Usable capacity | STCs (2026) | Approx. value at $38-40 |
|---|---|---|
| 10 kWh | 68 | $2,584 to $2,720 |
| 13.5 kWh | 91 | $3,458 to $3,640 |
| 20 kWh | 119 | $4,522 to $4,760 |
| 28 kWh | 152 | $5,776 to $6,080 |
Dates matter more than brands: the factor falls to 5.7 on 1 January 2027 and to 5.2 on 1 July 2027. See the worked examples and the battery STC calculator.
What this means for homeowners
Choose the battery on capacity, warranty, backup behaviour and price after the discount. The brand does not change the rebate, but the model does decide whether you get one. Ask for the CEC listing reference in writing.
What this means for installers
Brand loyalty does not protect a claim. Verify the model against the list at order and at install, record serials, and keep the evidence. Our pillar page and battery submission guide set out the claim, and the rate you are paid is on /pricing/.