Alpha ESS SMILE-M battery rebate
4 of 4 models are on the approved list. Rebates below assume installation in May–Dec 2026 at $38 per STC. The earliest listing expiry is 31 December 2027.
Models and rebates
| Model | Usable | Nominal | Listing | Rebate now | From Jan–Jun 2027 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMILE-M-BAT-13.9P | 13.99 kWh | 13.99 kWh | Approved until 31 December 2027 | $3,610 | $3,002 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| SMILE-M-BAT-13.9P II | 27.99 kWh | 27.99 kWh | Approved until 31 December 2027 | $5,776 | $4,826 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| SMILE-M-BAT-13.9P III | 41.99 kWh | 41.99 kWh | Approved until 31 December 2027 | $6,308 | $5,282 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
| SMILE-M-BAT-13.9P IV | 55.99 kWh | 55.99 kWh | Approved until 31 December 2027 | $6,612 | $5,548 | Rebate · How long it lasts |
Source: CEC approved batteries list via the Clean Energy Regulator. Always check the exact model number on your quote.
SMILE-M-BAT-13.9P III: rebate by install date
Questions
Is the Alpha ESS SMILE-M eligible for the federal battery rebate?
Yes. 4 of the 4 Alpha ESS SMILE-M models are on the Clean Energy Council approved batteries list as at 9 November 2026. The exact model number on your quote must match one on the list on your installation date.
How much is the rebate on a Alpha ESS SMILE-M?
For the SMILE-M-BAT-13.9P III (41.99 kWh usable), about $6,308 if installed in May–Dec 2026, at $38 per STC. The table above shows every model.
What happens on 1 January 2027?
The STC factor drops from 6.8 to 5.7. The same SMILE-M-BAT-13.9P III would get about $5,282, $1,026 less. The date that counts is when it's installed and commissioned.