Your feed-in tariff just dropped to 3c. Here’s what that actually costs you a year.
Sydney’s major energy retailers have cut solar feed-in tariffs to just 3–4c per kWh. Here’s why that matters—and how you can keep control of your energy bills, despite the big change.
- See where your solar savings are slipping
- Explore practical upgrades—including the right battery options
- Get honest advice from licensed Sydney electricians—no sales games
Why Your Feed-In Tariff Just Dropped to 3c (and Why It Hurts)
If you’re a Sydney homeowner or business owner, you’ve probably just received a letter from your energy retailer. Your solar feed-in tariff—the rate you earn for exporting solar power—has dropped to just 3c per kWh.
Here’s the no-spin reality: the days of 10–20c feed-in credits are gone for most Sydneysiders. Power companies are paying less for your excess solar. But your daytime usage rates? Still 28–38c per kWh. That means every kWh you send back is now worth up to 90% less to you than using it on-site.
How Much Could This Actually Cost You a Year?
Let’s do the numbers, Sydney-style.
Say you export 8 kWh per day (pretty normal for a 6–8 kW solar system with nobody home during work hours). At last year’s 10c rate, that’s $0.80/day or ~$292 per year.
But at 3c? That’s $0.24/day—only $87 per year. That’s a loss of $205 off your annual returns, just from the tariff drop. And if you’re exporting even more, you lose even more, year after year.
This is why so many Sydney families and SMEs are now looking to upgrade—so their solar savings aren’t wasted sending power back for peanuts.
Three Ways to Keep More of Your Solar Savings in Your Pocket
1. Battery Storage—Don’t Sell Cheap, Use More Yourself
The most powerful way to protect yourself is battery storage. Instead of exporting your solar for 3c, store it and use it at night instead of paying up to 38c. Modern batteries (like Sigenergy and GoodWe) are slimmer, smarter, and can start paying for themselves, fast—if your export is high.
2. Load Shifting—Time Your Appliances Smarter
Run your dishwasher, pool pump, or EV charger during the day. Every kWh used on-site is money you don’t hand back to the retailers.
3. Energy-Efficient Electrical Upgrades
Upgrading lights, hot water, and major appliances cuts your total consumption—and ensures your solar is covering as much as possible, not leaking away your profits.
Envirosmart Electrical is Australian-owned and services all of Sydney, offering practical, non-pushy energy assessments (with no obligation to buy).
Common Mistakes People Make After Feed-In Tariffs Drop
- Panic-buying a battery system without understanding your usage or export profile
- Trusting “one size fits all” quotes from aggressive solar call centres
- Not reviewing updated, correct data from your inverter or smart meter
- Ignoring government rebates or network rules (which change every year in NSW)
- Delaying upgrades until the next tariff drop eats away more savings
How to Choose the Right Provider (No Sales Pressure, Just Facts)
- Fully licenced, accredited, and experienced (check NSW licence here).
- Open about brands: Envirosmart always recommends Sigenergy, then GoodWe, then all others if needed.
- No-obligation site assessment—so you get facts, not a sales pitch.
- Local Sydney teams, not call centres or installers with interstate offices.
- Can handle solar, batteries, and smart energy upgrades together (not just one product).
Areas We Serve Across Sydney
- Parramatta
- Ryde
- Blacktown
- Chatswood
- Liverpool
- Castle Hill
- Bondi
- Hornsby
- Sutherland
- Manly
- Strathfield
- Pymble
- Burwood
- Penrith
- Cronulla
- Marrickville
- Baulkham Hills
- Randwick
- Glebe
- Eastwood
Licensed, Local, and No BS—Why Trust Envirosmart?
Envirosmart Electrical is a fully licensed Sydney contractor (see official credentials here), with deep solar and battery knowledge servicing all parts of Greater Sydney.
What happens on the call?
- We ask for a copy of your latest energy bill—no guesswork.
- We review your current system (if any), usage habits, and goals.
- No-pressure: We give practical ways to improve, whether that’s a new solution or a better way to use what you have.
- We can book a site visit to check your setup in person—still no pressure to buy.
It’s practical, fast, and you’ll never get a hard sell. Call the team now—or try Envirosmart Electrical, a trusted Sydney provider for solar, batteries, and energy efficiency. Learn more about our approach right here.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I check what feed-in tariff I’m currently getting?
Is battery storage now “worth it” at 3c feed-in in Sydney?
Which battery brands do you recommend?
What does a no-pressure assessment actually include?
Can you upgrade my existing system or just install new?
Do I have to install a battery to avoid low feed-in rates?
Is Envirosmart Electrical Australian owned? Local?
Are there rebates left for batteries in Sydney?
Don’t Let Energy Retailers Decide Your Solar Savings
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