Solar electricity plans in Tasmania
Feed-in tariff rates in TAS currently range from 5 to 9 cents per kWh depending on your retailer. Your distribution network is TasNetworks / Aurora Energy, 1st Energy.
Our take on solar in TAS
Tasmania has lower solar irradiance than mainland states (Hobart averages 3.3 peak sun hours), but solar is still worthwhile given the available retailer feed-in rates and relatively high electricity prices. A 6.6kW system in Hobart generates 16 to 22 kWh per day on average. Tasmania's hydro-dominated grid means adding solar does not significantly reduce your carbon footprint (the grid is already low-carbon), but the financial case still works. Aurora Energy and 1st Energy both offer competitive solar feed-in tariff plans.
Compare solar plans at your address
See which retailers offer the best feed-in tariff and usage rate combination in TAS.
Compare solar plansTips for solar households in TAS
Self-consumption first. Every kWh you use from your panels avoids buying at 25 to 40 cents from the grid. Exporting earns only 5 to 9 cents. Shift your dishwasher, washing machine, pool pump, and EV charging to daylight hours.
Compare the total estimated annual cost, not just the feed-in rate. A plan with a high feed-in rate but high usage rate can cost more overall than a plan with a moderate feed-in rate and low usage rate.
Battery rebates in Tasmania. Tasmania has never had a dedicated battery rebate, but the Energy Saver Loan scheme offers interest-free loans of up to $10,000 for home batteries and other energy upgrades, stacking on top of the federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program discount.
For a detailed analysis of feed-in tariff rates across all states, see our solar feed-in tariffs guide.
