Feed-in tariff rates

New and existing ACT solar customers must have, or get, a net meter. Customers already receiving a FIT under the ACT’s Electricity Feed-in Tariff Scheme (which closed to new applicants on 13 July 2011) are not eligible for Origin Solar Boost Variable.

The ACT government’s Electricity Feed-in Tariff Schemes are closed to new applicants (closed since 13 July 2011). For existing customers with solar systems under these schemes, download Previous Feed-in Tariffs (PDF 81kb). Existing customers of this scheme are not eligible for Origin Solar Boost Variable.

To be eligible for the Origin Battery Starter Energy Plan:

• Your solar PV system must be net metered
• Your solar PV system must not exceed 50KW of inverter capacity or must be limited to 50KW of export
• You must not be receiving a feed-in tariff under any government scheme
• You must live in NSW, SA, VIC or QLD
• You must have a smart meter at the installation address

On Origin Battery Starter, rates vary by time of day. Peak times are 5-9pm daily in NSW. All other times are Off-peak. Includes GST where applicable. Because rates differ by time of day, your bill may increase or decrease depending on how much energy you use and when you use it.

Once the 28 kwh limit is reached the overnight charges will apply – you can find these under the ‘electricity rates’ once you enter your address on the Origin Battery Charge page.

Once the 11 kWh daily limit is reached, then the standard retailer feed-in tariff applies, including GST where applicable.

New and existing QLD solar customers must have, or get, a net meter. Ergon Energy customers are not eligible for Solar Boost Variable. Southern regional Queensland customers whose energy is distributed by Essential Energy are not eligible for Solar Boost Variable because these customers can only receive the FIT set by the QCA.

New and existing Origin customers in southern regional Queensland whose energy is distributed by Essential Energy can only receive the FIT set by the QCA. As a result, these customers are not eligible for Solar Boost Variable. Not sure if this is you? Find your distributor online and check if it is Essential Energy.

The QLD government’s Solar Bonus Scheme is closed to new applicants (closed since 30 June 2013). For existing customers with solar systems under these schemes, download the Previous Feed-in Tariffs (PDF 81kb).

To be eligible for the Origin Battery Starter Energy Plan:

• Your solar PV system must be net metered
• Your solar PV system must not exceed 50KW of inverter capacity or must be limited to 50KW of export
• You must not be receiving a feed-in tariff under any government scheme
• You must live in NSW, SA, VIC or QLD
• You must have a smart meter at the installation address

On Origin Battery Starter, rates vary by time of day. Peak times are 4-9pm daily in QLD. All other times are Off-peak. Includes GST where applicable. Because rates differ by time of day, your bill may increase or decrease depending on how much energy you use and when you use it.

Once the 11 kWh daily limit is reached, then the standard retailer feed-in tariff applies, including GST where applicable.

Once the 28 kwh limit is reached the overnight charges will apply – you can find these under the ‘electricity rates’ once you enter your address on the Origin Battery Charge page.

New and existing SA solar customers must have, or get, a net meter. Customers already receiving a FIT under the SA government’s Solar Feed-in Tariff Scheme are not eligible for Origin Solar Boost Variable, Origin Go Solar Variable and Origin Solar Partner Plus.

The SA government’s Solar Feed-in Tariff Scheme is closed to new applicants (closed since 30 September 2011). Customers who are under this scheme are not eligible for Origin Solar Partner Plus, Origin Solar Boost Variable and Origin Go Solar Variable plans. For existing customers with solar systems under the scheme, download the Previous Feed-in Tariffs (PDF 81kb).

To be eligible for the Origin Battery Starter Energy Plan:

• Your solar PV system must be net metered
• Your solar PV system must not exceed 50KW of inverter capacity or must be limited to 50KW of export
• You must not be receiving a feed-in tariff under any government scheme
• You must live in NSW, SA, VIC or QLD
• You must have a smart meter at the installation address

^On Origin Battery Starter, rates vary by time of day. Peak times are 5-9pm daily in SA. All other times are Off-peak. Includes GST where applicable. Because rates differ by time of day, your bill may increase or decrease depending on how much energy you use and when you use it.

^#Once the 11 kWh daily limit is reached, then the standard retailer feed-in tariff applies, including GST where applicable.

*Once the 28 kwh limit is reached the overnight charges will apply – you can find these under the ‘electricity rates’ once you enter your address on the Origin Battery Charge page.

New and existing VIC solar customers must have, or get, a net meter. Eligibility requirements apply (refer to the Energy Plan terms and conditions).

The Victorian Government Premium Feed-in Tariff scheme ends on 1 November 2024.    

The tariff was introduced in 2009 to help Victorians with the costs of installing solar systems by offering 60c/kWh for electricity exported by your solar system to the grid. The scheme closed to new applicants in 2011 and officially comes to an end on 1 November 2024 at 11.59pm.  

For more details on this scheme, email our solar team at solarbilling@originenergy.com.au.

If you are on the Premium Feed-in Tariff on 1 November 2024, then from 2 November 2024 you’ll receive our standard retailer feed-in tariff of 3.3c/kWh, or such other rate published by us. Currently, the minimum feed-in tariff rate set by the Essential Services Commission is 3.3c/kWh.  

However, whether you choose to stay on your current plan or switch to a new plan, every time you receive the minimum feed-in tariff of 3.3c/kWh, we’ll also provide you with an additional 2.7c/kWh feed-in tariff, meaning that you’ll be getting a total feed-in tariff of 6c/kWh. This rate will be effective from 2 November 2024 until 30 June 2025. After this date, you’ll receive our standard retailer feed-in tariff available at that time. 

After 2 November 2024, with the reduced feed-in tariff rates, you might want to check that you’re on the right electricity plan for you. Compare our generally available plans and find one that suits you best.  

Thinking about upgrading or replacing your solar system? Check our current solar offers or contact Origin Solar Sales on  1300 791 468.

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For more information regarding feed in tariffs check the Terms and Conditions for Victorian Feed-in Tariffs. These apply to both the additional feed-in tariff as outlined in this letter and the standard retailer feed-in tariff. 

New and existing VIC solar customers must have, or get, a net meter. Eligibility requirements apply (refer to the Energy Plan terms and conditions).

To be eligible for the Origin Battery Starter Energy Plan:

• Your solar PV system must be net metered
• Your solar PV system must not exceed 50KW of inverter capacity or must be limited to 50KW of export
• You must not be receiving a feed-in tariff under any government scheme
• You must live in NSW, SA, VIC or QLD
• You must have a smart meter at the installation address

^On Origin Battery Starter, rates vary by time of day. Peak times are 5-9pm daily in VIC. All other times are Off-peak. Includes GST where applicable. Because rates differ by time of day, your bill may increase or decrease depending on how much energy you use and when you use it.