The Solar for Multi Dwellings Grant Scheme (the Scheme) supports owners of units/apartments in multi dwelling developments to install new shared rooftop solar PV systems for the benefit of residents, including tenants.
The Scheme will provide a grant to eligible unit management corporations in the Northern Territory of up to $7,500 per individual dwelling, to support up to fifty per cent (50%) of the total installation costs of a shared solar system, required solar sharing technology, and, where relevant, smart meters and battery storage systems.
The Scheme is delivered by the Northern Territory Government’s Department of Mining and Energy and administered through GrantsNT.
The Scheme is funded by the Australian Government through its Community Solar Banks program.
Further information on the Solar for Multi Dwellings Grant Scheme can be found on the Northern Territory Government website.
The Home and Business Battery Scheme (HBBS) was launched by the Northern Territory Government on 1 December 2024. The grant provides Territory homeowners and businesses with up to $12,000 for the purchase and installation of solar PV and battery systems; or, for those who already have solar, the purchase and installation of a battery.
Batteries enable households and businesses to maximise use of electricity generated from rooftop solar PV systems while contributing to grid stability and reducing power system costs.
Territorians who make the switch to renewable technology can reduce their power bills, while also delivering stable, reliable and affordable power for families and Territory businesses.
Homes and businesses are able to purchase a battery to fit their needs with a grant of $400 per kilowatt hour of battery system capacity, up to a maximum grant of $12,000.
The grant is available for 12 months or until the grant scheme has been fully subscribed.
Further information on the Home and Business Battery Scheme can be found on the Northern Territory Government website.
As of 1 July 2025, the Jacana Energy current standard tariff has doubled to a peak FiT of 18.66c/kWh.
Rooftop solar panels can produce more electricity than what is used on the premise. This surplus power is either exported to the electricity grid or used to charge an on-site solar battery. Retailers offer Feed in Tariffs for customers who contribute energy to the grid.
Further information on available electricity retailers can be found on the Power and Water Corporation website.