Solar Feed-In Tariff Rates in Australian Capital Territory (2026)
The Australian Capital Territory previously offered generous government-funded feed-in tariff schemes, but these have been closed to new applicants. Households installing solar today in the ACT receive feed-in tariff rates set by their energy retailer. The ACT has a competitive retail electricity market and rates vary between providers.
Current solar feed-in tariff rates in ACT
Typical rate range
Feed-in tariff rates in ACT are typically 6–10 c/kWh, depending on your energy retailer and plan.
Current retailer feed-in tariff rates in the ACT typically range from 6–10 c/kWh. Households on the legacy government FiT scheme receive higher grandfathered rates, but these are not available to new solar installations. For new systems, the rate you receive depends entirely on your chosen energy retailer.
How feed-in tariffs work in ACT
- •The ACT uses net metering. Your solar system powers your home first, and only surplus electricity exported to the grid earns the feed-in tariff.
- •The ACT's previous government feed-in tariff schemes (both the micro and medium schemes) are closed to new participants. Existing participants continue to receive their grandfathered rates for the duration of their scheme period.
- •Evoenergy is the electricity distributor for the ACT. As in other jurisdictions, your distributor does not set your feed-in tariff rate — this is determined by your energy retailer.
How to get the best feed-in tariff in ACT
- •Compare feed-in rates from multiple energy retailers in the ACT. Rates vary and switching is straightforward.
- •The ACT Government offers various sustainability incentives, including for battery storage. Check the current programmes available to reduce your upfront costs.
- •Consider the total plan cost rather than focusing solely on the feed-in tariff. A plan with slightly lower FiT but better usage rates may deliver greater overall savings.
- •With the ACT's relatively moderate climate, heating is a significant electricity cost in winter. A well-sized solar and battery system can help offset these costs year-round.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current solar feed-in tariff in the ACT?
Current retailer feed-in tariff rates in the ACT typically range from 6–10 c/kWh. The previous government-funded FiT schemes are closed to new applicants.
Can I still access the ACT government feed-in tariff scheme?
No. The ACT government feed-in tariff schemes are closed to new participants. Existing participants continue to receive their grandfathered rates, but new solar installations receive retailer-set rates.
Which energy retailers operate in the ACT?
The ACT has a competitive retail market with multiple energy retailers offering plans. You can compare plans and switch retailers at any time to find a better feed-in tariff or lower usage rates.
Does the ACT distributor affect my feed-in tariff?
No. Evoenergy is the sole electricity distributor in the ACT and manages the network infrastructure. Your feed-in tariff rate is set by your energy retailer, not your distributor.
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