SAJ EK70 HS5 battery rebate
2 of 2 models are on the approved list. Rebates below assume installation in May–Dec 2026 at $38 per STC. The earliest listing expiry is 12 February 2028.
Models and rebates
| Model | Usable | Nominal | Listing | Rebate now | From Jan–Jun 2027 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK70 BU5-7.0-TV | 7 kWh | 7 kWh | Approved until 12 February 2028 | $1,786 | $1,482 | Rebate · How long it lasts · Compare |
| EK70 BU5-9.0-TV | 9 kWh | 9 kWh | Approved until 12 February 2028 | $2,318 | $1,938 | Rebate · How long it lasts · Compare |
Source: CEC approved batteries list via the Clean Energy Regulator. Always check the exact model number on your quote.
EK70 BU5-9.0-TV: rebate by install date
Questions
Is the SAJ EK70 HS5 eligible for the federal battery rebate?
Yes. 2 of the 2 SAJ EK70 HS5 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 SAJ EK70 HS5?
For the EK70 BU5-9.0-TV (9 kWh usable), about $2,318 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 EK70 BU5-9.0-TV would get about $1,938, $380 less. The date that counts is when it's installed and commissioned.